THE YOGA WALKABOUT RETREAT
embodiment
IN THE HERE and now
"The combination of wilderness adventures, yoga and self-discovery is not new to me. For me yoga is a way of life and is possible anywhere any time. In the wilderness especially and in community we face many mirrors; the reflection of ourselves in others.
This is a very clear yoga lesson to not take things personally and embody inner authority to make decisions and to hear our own reflections as we speak of others.
It maintains a functional fitness level in body and mind designed after the Taoist tradition of a long and happy life of wellness filled with joy in which the body is our sacred vessel.
In 2012 I trekked with Russell, Tara and the camels and the idea began to form. Sharing this trek with other sentient beings: the wise camels, is an opportunity to be taken with both hands."
"It’s rare to find a passionate yoga instructor that has the talent & knowledge base to creatively tailor her classes to suit individual needs, asking at the start of a class what ailments people may have and then designing the class to meet those needs by merging her medical & technical yoga knowledge together, it’s truly a gift & is completely unsurpassed. Mary has been a true mentor, imparting her vast yoga wisdom over the years & I wholeheartedly advise anyone who gets a chance to experience her work. "
Viola Business Manager The Gap QLD Australia
"......the power of the land, the elements and the deep stillness found in the outback has provided profound moments of insight, transformation and a feeling of peace (rightness) never felt before.
Away from the overwhelm of modern living; economic routine, family and home obligations, there is time to listen to deeper aspects of self that rise to the surface when given the chance.
Change takes this kind of experience, time and energy. Mary’s experience and knowledge as she skilfully facilitates in this kind of setting will ensure that these gifts be magnified."
Isabel The Poised Peacock Transformation Activist Alice Springs NT Outback Australia
mapping the wilderness within.
Simpson's Gap NT Australia one day yoga intensive.
Mt Sonder's yoga trek NT Australia
"Living in Central Australia for 10 years.........."
Mt Sonder's yoga trek NT Australia
The Yoga Retreat Adventure host and master cameleer recognized in Stanford’s Who’s Who of Australia Russell Osborne is no stranger to camels or Australian outback desert environments.
His desert expedition guiding expertise is grounded in years of experience including taking 2
years to cross Australia with a camel train safari. This epic journey has been recorded in
Russell's book Camelman Dreaming Both ventures support the Children First Foundation. Time spent with Russell magnifies your impression of his generous heart and nature.
Russell’s warm personality and dry humour invite you to engage confidently with yourself and your camel. It’s obvious that the camels trust him and as you observe their close bond you begin to understand why this is a rare opportunity to move beyond the usual yoga retreat experience through a connection to your camel, the land, the community created by trekking with Outback Australian Camels and a deeper connection to the land and your deeper resources.
"Being part of a small camel trek in the Northern Flinders Ranges, .... was a powerful and memorable experience. It takes a while for the city to wash out of you and for the experience to grab hold. When it does, you cannot be but moved by the ancient landscape and these large gentle animals. ....... For myself, who had never before experienced the desert, this trek was a profound experience."
Franziska Wagenfeld White Medicine Adventure Walkabout Beltana Station 2014
"Every trek participant is encouraged to be hands on with the camels, it's something that people never forget!"
CLICK ON VIDEO. VIEW THE CAMELS HERE.
Lucky we are to have Tara Lee on team with us. Tara is passionate about Life and that’s just contagious. Her conversational insights as are equally nourishing as the amazing food she produces over the campfire from the camel pack. You will find plenty of time on the safari to share conversations with both Tara and Russell.
And of course your camel
I like this photo of her because I took it. I remember that time in all of my senses -caravan noises on a backdrop of deep desert sounds. Camel bells. The light. Colours. Smells. And Tara discussing the route with camels in her charge. We had just been walking together before choosing and making a campsite.
I am soooo looking forward to sharing the Yoga Retreat Adventure with Tara. And for you to meet Tara, Russell and the camels.
Tara is a passionate cameleer who loves to bring people’s awareness the camels magnificence, their ability to help one feel love like never before and heal on a personal level while trekking the desert ranges
Make your own "Tracks"
10th to 16th July 2016
Contact Mary or Outback Australian Camels about the Spiritual Walkabout Retreat
2016 ....not that far away start now and book your place today.