Karmê Chöling was established in the forest of rural Vermont by Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche more than 45 years ago to teach the dharma and provide an empowering space to witness the nature of mind. Just outside its six meditation halls and bright community spaces are 700 acres of gently rolling countryside sculpted by the Stevens River, which bends gracefully around an abundant and beautiful organic garden.

During your week-long retreat, known as a weekthün, you will practice the powerful technique of mindfulness-awareness meditation and explore the Shambhala principle of basic goodness — that we are all, at our core, worthy and complete.

Each day consists of periods of sitting and walking meditation, chants, and dharma talks. Take your first step on the path or deepen your established practice in a community of sincere and genuine practitioners.