About this event

2 Day Medicine Wheel Journey Retreat

Join us to howl at the moon, for wellness, drumming and ecstatic dance for a deep, transformative and enlightening experience at the Sky Blue Waters Resort in sunny Tappen, BC, Canada. This in-person event is designed to guide you on a profound microdose+ (OPTIONAL) journey through the ancient wisdom of the Medicine Wheel. Contact us for more information at @drcherylmatthew on Instagram or info@qhealing.ca

Embark on a transformative 2 day journey with Q Retreats Inc’s Medicine Wheel Retreat. Our retreat is designed to reconnect you with nature, yourself, and your community. Our experienced facilitators will guide you through this journey of self-discovery and personal growth. Through various activities, meditations, and teachings, you’ll learn about the ancient wisdom of the Medicine Wheel and how it can be applied in your daily life. Come join us and experience the healing power of nature.

A two day retreat Fri-Sun features a mini 45 minute psychedelic journey, a 4-6 hour long psychedelic journey and is based in the Indigenous Medicine Wheel Approach for the spiritual, physical, psychological and emotional healing at a camping retreat on the beautiful Shuswap Lake in Sunnybrae, BC. Facilitated by a Certified Psychedelic Assisted Therapy Guide with 2 Indigenous Elders, and 2 helpers. Includes multi-modalities for wellness including: reiki, yoga, medititation, drumming, breathwork, movement and ecstatic dance.

Includes:

- 1 optional 4-5 hour journey with plant based medicine

- 1 Assessment Session

- 1 Preparation, Smudging and Intention Setting Ceremony with Guide and 2 Indigenous Elders

- 1 Post Session Integration Smudging and Ceremony

- Online blackboard community for ongoing Integration work and discussion

- Monthly Integration Groupwork on Zoom

- Either water purification dip or sweatlodge ceremony

- Prepared food, beverages and snacks all weekend

- Accomodations (with Tent or without) for 2 nights at Sunnybrae site on Shuswap Lake.

Over the course of two days, immerse yourself in a safe and supportive environment where you can explore the depths of your consciousness. Through sacred ceremonies, meditation, and group discussions, you will gain insights, heal, and expand your understanding of yourself and the world around you.

Located amidst the breathtaking beauty of Tappen, BC, our resort offers a serene and natural setting that enhances the transformative power of this retreat. Connect with like-minded individuals, share stories, and create lasting bonds as you embark on this mind-opening adventure.

Whether you are a seasoned psychonaut or new to the world of psychedelics, this retreat is open to all who seek personal growth, healing, and spiritual exploration. Awaken your inner wisdom and embark on a journey that will leave you with a deeper connection to yourself and the universe.

ABOUT US

Q Retreats

At Q Retreats, we offer a unique experience that will help you heal, empower and enrich your life. Our retreats are designed with your mind and body in mind to help you find your inner peace and achieve wholistic wellness. Our team of experienced facilitators will guide you through the process and our plant-based medicine Psychedelic Assisted Therapy will unlock your true potential.

Meet your Medicine Guides & Elders

Dr. Cher Matthew

Cher of the Secwepemc Nation is a lighworker, certified Psychedelic Assisted Therapy (PAT) Facilitator, Indigenous Chaplain, Leadership Coach, Professor, and Reiki Level II Practitioner. She has a PhD in Cultural Anthropology from Carleton University, MA Leadership & Training (Royal Roads), and BA in Anthropology/Sociology (SFU). She has been active in the Indigenous sweatlodge since the age of 15 and has been engaged in multiple healing modalities like breathwork, creative visualization and yoga for over 30 years.

Elder Geri Matthew

Cultural Advisor, Life Skills and Medicine Wheel Facilitator for Online Integration & Sunnybrae Retreats

Elder Geri is from the Secwepemc Nation and has a BA from SFU in Anthropology, is a Certified Secwepemc Indigenous Language Instructor, and certified Life Skills and Medicine Wheel Facilitator. She was the Director of Health for Simpcw First Nation for over ten years before retiring and an Instructor with the NAID program.

PSIL0CYBIN IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR:

• People under the age of 18
• In combination with alcohol or other drugs
• During pregnancy or breastfeeding
• In combination with some medications including lithium carbonate medicine (Lithium) or Tramadol
• In those with a family history of psychosis, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia
• Those who suffer from paranoia/suspicion and the medical conditions listed above

Q Retreats Schedule

5pm Friday Opening Ceremony, introductions, intention setting, light snack.

6pm - 8pm Friday night sound bath, drumming circle/music, ecstatic dance.

8:30 Friday night dinner together

9:30 Fireside Secwepemc Storytelling and Drumming

11:00 Sleep

6:00 Saturday Morning Water Purification Ceremony and Greeting the Sun

7:00 Sacred Fire Medicine Wheel Teachings and Intention Setting

8:00 Light Snack

9:00 - 2pm Optional Medicine Ceremony or Beading, Crafting

2:00 Lunch

3:00 - 5:00 Resting, Visiting and Talking, Closing Ceremony by Sacred Fire

6:00 Dinner

7:00 - 9:00 Integration by Sacred Fire

9:00 - 10:30 Storytelling and Drumming by the Sacred Fire

11:00 Sleep

7:00 Sunday Morning Greeting the Sun Ceremony, Purification Dip

8:00 Breakfast

9:00 - 11:00 Final Integration Circle by the Sacred Fire

12:00 Closing and Safe Travels