Portland, Oregon
Saturday, November 15, 2008 10:00am - 5:30pm
Sunday, November 16, 2008 9:30am - 5:00pm

Course Description: During this experiential workshop, participants are introduced to core shamanism, the universal and near-universal basic methods of the shaman to enter nonordinary reality for problem solving and healing. Particular emphasis is placed on the classic shamanic journey, one of the most remarkable visionary methods used by humankind to explore the hidden universe otherwise known mainly through myth and dream. Participants are initiated into shamanic journeying, aided by drumming and other techniques for experiencing the shamanic state of consciousness and for awakening dormant spiritual abilities, including connections with Nature.

Practice includes comparisons by participants of their discoveries in shamanic journeys as well as being introduced to shamanic divination and healing. Students are also provided with methods to discover, and study with, their own individual power animals and spiritual teachers in nonordinary reality, a classic step in shamanic practice. Participants learn how the journey is utilized for divination and to restore spiritual power and health, and how shamanism can be applied in contemporary daily life to help heal oneself, others, and the planet.

This workshop constitutes the prerequisite for more advanced workshops and training courses with Michael Harner, Beth Beurkens, and the other faculty members of the Foundation for Shamanic Studies.

Our retreat center for this workshop is located at the Crystal Temple, in the heart of the historic St. John’s neighborhood in north downtown Portland. The center is right on the bus line, just a few miles from the Max Line. A full coffee and tea service will be provided on our morning and afternoon breaks.

About the Instructor: Beth Beurkens, M.A. is a shamanic practitioner and has been a teacher of shamanism for 15 years and a vision quest guide for 20 years. She has been a college instructor of religion and spirituality for 30 years and is a poet and writer. Beth leads dynamic life-changing seminars on the West Coast and in Europe and has a shamanic healing practice in Mt. Shasta  and Europe. Beth has studied extensively with Michael Harner and Sandra Ingerman. She is an instructor at the College of the Siskiyous, the Foundation for Shamanic Studies and a creative writing teacher.
Email: beth@shamanicuniverse.com                        
Website: www.shamanicuniverse.com
Phone: 530 938 4777

Registration: $245. per person for early registration—up to one month prior to start of workshop. Sign-ups after October 14, 2008 will be $265. Debit and credit card payments may only be made for the full amount on either Visa or Master Cards.

Tuition Deposit: A $125. Deposit is required in order to register for this workshop and will be applied toward your tuition balance. You may also send the full fee to register. We recommend the deposit be paid early, as enrollments are limited.

Balance Due: Please send balance due by October 28, 2008 so all tuition matters are complete before arriving at the workshop.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations will be processed as follows: notification received prior to Thursday, October 23: full refund minus $45.00 administration fee; notification received prior to Thursday, October 30: 50% refund minus $55.00 administration fee. No refunds on or after October 30, 2008. If you cancel 30 days or more before the workshop, you may apply the amount paid to another of my FSS workshops with no penalty.

Lodging in Portland: There is a vast range of accommodations here in all price ranges. I've included a few less expensive options. Please make your own lodging reservations. 

La Quinta: 
4319 NW Yeon Ave
Portland, Oregon 97210           
503-497-9044
Ask for Crystal Temple Group rate: $72 single, $81 double

For those wanting grander accommodations, we recommend:
Residence Inn North Harbor
1250 N. Anchor Way
Portland Or. 97217
800-331-3131
503-285-9888

Local Hostels:
www.oregonhostels.org

This location is closest to the Temple
425 NW 18th Ave. 
Portland, Oregon, 97209
503-241-2783

3031 SE Hawthorne Blvd.
Portland, Or. 97214
1-866-447-3031 or 503-236-3380

You can also go to the Portland Chamber of Commerce for more lodging information or call them at (503) 224 8684.

Portland lodging, directions, and what-to-bring information will be mailed or emailed to you upon receipt of your tuition payment and registration.

To register for this course, click here for registration form.