MAWC will host “A Weekend of Awareness and Appreciation for the Winged Ones,” at its annual
WingBeat! Fundraising Retreat, http://www.MAWCenter.org
This annual event promises to be a premier birding and spiritual gathering with stimulating field outings, guest speakers, healing workshops and an intimate, musical performance Friday afternoon with Canyon Records recording artists,
Native American flutist, R. Carlos Nakai and percussionist, Will Clipman. Awakening the Fire clip, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-DuSov3rWY,
Throughout this relaxing and rejuvenating 3 day birding and nature retreat, attendees are offered a variety of educational and experiential events including:
• Opening Circle Greeting/Blessing
• Guided Bird Walk, with Robert Mesta
• “Condor, Spirit of the Canyon,” presented by Robert Mesta
• Guided Meditation, with Cynthia Naujelis
• Prayer Tie Teaching, with Charlie Onehorse
• Meet Your Bird Spirit Ally with Cheri Melton
• Bird Medicine/Feather Wand Workshop, with Kate Scott
• Complimentary Bodywork Sessions, with Spirit
• Labyrinth Walk
• Closing Circle/Blessing
• Meet and mingle with keynote speakers
• Silent auction and other special gift items
For detailed information of the workshops and presenters, please go to http://www.MAWCenter.org
WingBeat Event Tickets: http://www.MAWCenter.org
$500 Three day retreat package: Friday, 3 to 9pm; Saturday, 9am to 5pm, Sunday, 9 to 11am. Includes participation in all activities and workshops, Friday afternoon concert, “After Glow” Reception, Friday dinner, Saturday buffet lunch and silent auction. All meals include vegetarian options.
$350 Two day retreat package: Saturday, 9am to 5pm; Sunday, 9am to 11am. Incudes all weekend activities and workshops, buffet lunch and silent auction.
$150 Friday Only: includes concert with R. Carlos Nakai and Will Clipman (space is limited). Concert attendees will enjoy the post-performance “After-Glow” Reception of wine and appetizers with the artists. (CD, Awakening the Fire, will be available).
Book event reservations online: http://www.MAWCenter.org
By mail: Madrean Archipelago Wildlife Center, 141 Page Lane, Elgin, AZ 85611
WingBeat fundraiser is being held at the beautiful Casa de San Pedro Bed and Breakfast, 8933 S. Yell Lane, Hereford, AZ 85615. Casa de San Pedro is located on 10 acres adjacent to the San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area.
If you plan on staying at the inn for the event to make room reservations: (888) 257-2050, http://www.bedandbirds.com