Natural Bridge, VA 24578
A Path of Wisdom
Teachings by Jigme Rinpoche
The Fundamentals of Meditation
Practice with Karma Trinlay Rinpoche
2016 Bodhi Path Annual Gathering,
Teaching, and Celebration
June 24 to 26, 2016
Natural Bridge, Virginia
Join us as these two exceptional teachers enrich our understanding of the Dharma and deepen our practice experience in an environment that celebrates the heartfelt connection between Bodhi Path students, supporters, and friends old and new.
Program includes:
- Teachings on A Path of Wisdom by Jigme Rinpoche
- Teaching and practice with Karma Trinlay Rinpoche
- Refuge and Bodhisattva Vows from Jigme Rinpoche
- Discussions and Q & A led by Bodhi Path Teachers
- Bodhi Path admin and info sharing meetings
- Celebration dinner, sing-along and dance party
Date and Times: Friday and Saturday, June 24-25, 9:30 am to 6 pm.
Sunday, June 26, 9 am to 12 noon.
______________________
The Annual Program is followed by
an extraordinary teaching and practice event:
The Way of the Bodhisattva
Teaching & Practice Retreat
with Karma Trinlay Rinpoche
June 27 to July 3
Teaching retreat includes:
- Karma Trinlay Rinpoche continues teaching The Way of the Bodhisattva
- Dharma Teacher Tsony will help facilitate the retreat
Karma Trinlay Rinpoche continues his teaching of Chapter 9, Wisdom, in The Way
of the Bodhisattva. In this culminating chapter Shantideva (c. 8th century CE) presents—through the meticulous philosophical analysis of the Madhyamaka School—wisdom:
the way to overcome confusion, the root of all dissatisfactions in life. Awakening,
the ultimate goal of Buddhist practice is only attainable through wisdom, the
unmistaken non-dual discernment of reality.
Date and Times: Monday, June 27, 3 to 5 pm.
Tuesday through Saturday, June 28-July 2, 10 am to 5 pm.
Sunday, July 3, 10 am to 12 noon.
Teaching, practice, and sharing the dharma with friends and fellow students, is a rich environment in which to deepen one’s heartfelt connection to, and understanding of the Dharma. Past participants share some thoughts and impressions below:
“Attending was an eye opener. The site was more beautiful than I imagined.”
“…lovely people, high quality teachings, a gorgeous venue.”
“Sharing experiences about study and practice was invaluable.”
“People from around the world expanded my view of Bodhi Path.”
“…plenty of opportunity to talk to the Bodhi Path teachers.”
“The joyful spirit was exemplified by the fun-filled celebration.”
Join us to celebrate the Buddha’s intent!
______________________
General information for both programs:
Location:
All events for both programs take place at Bodhi Path Natural Bridge, located eight miles south of Lexington, Virginia, at the south end of the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. Address: 12 Bodhi Path, Natural Bridge, VA 24578.
Program fees:*
Three-day program: $265
Includes teaching, celebration supper and daily lunches. (Housing additional.)
Karma Trinlay Rinpoche teaching retreat: $335 for entire retreat, or $60 per day Seven-day program. Lunch included. (Housing additional.)
Attending both programs: $535
*Events at Bodhi Path are open to everyone.
Lack of means to make a contribution is never a reason to stay away
Space is limited. Advanced registration is important and must be made, along with full payment, no later than June 10, 2016. Please reserve early to help our planning. We expect a full house and highly recommend you make your program and hotel reservations early. (See Cancellation Policy.)
Accommodations:
Please make your reservations directly with the establishment of choice.
For questions about on-site housing during the retreat portion of the program please
inquire at: housingva@bodhipath.org.
Hotel/motels:
South River Highlands, 540-463-2593. Lovely rustic cabins, dorm spaces, and private rooms. 15 miles from center, car necessary. Please call for pricing. Mention Bodhi Path. innkeepers@southriverhighlands.com
Budget Inn Natural Bridge, 540-291-2896. A modest motel 1+ mile from the center, for the “nothing fancy” crowd. Mention Bodhi Path.
Natural Bridge of Virginia Hotel, 800-533-1410. 5 miles from center.
For other accommodations 10+ miles from the center, please visit the Lexington Visitors Center’s website at www.lexingtonvirginia.com.
A shared house:
If attending both programs, shared housing is available at lovely McDowell House, on Preston Street, (around the corner from Middleton House), 9 miles from the Bodhi Path Center, in downtown Lexington. $45 - $85 per night. For more information or to MAKE A RESERVATION please write to housingva@bodhipath.org.
Camping:
Natural Bridge KOA. 540-291-2770. RV hook-ups, cabins, tents. 2 miles from the center.
Airports and ground transportation:
All airports require renting a car, limo service or ride sharing to get to the center. Ride sharing information will be sent out with confirmation of registration.
Roanoke, Virginia, about 45 miles away, is the closest airport. Car rental or limo service available. Limo Services: Roanoke Airport Transportation Service, 540-345-7710, and Prestige Limousine, Inc., 540-342-8049. Price depends on number of people traveling together. Call for pricing. Make arrangements early to insure availability.
Note: Bodhi Path Natural Bridge will staff a shuttle departing from Roanoke Airport on Thursday, June 23 at approximately 2pm and 10pm. The return shuttle on Sunday, June 26 will depart Bodhi Path at 1pm (arriving 2pm at ROA). Reservations imperative. To reserve a seat on the shuttle, write to housingva@bodhipath.org and include plane itinerary.
Lynchburg and Charlottesville, Virginia, are regional airports, each about one-and-a-half hours away. These airports often have less expensive flights. You will need a rental car.
Washington, DC airports, Dulles International or Reagan International, about 200 and 210 miles away, respectively. You will need a rental car if you fly into either of these airports.
Baltimore International Airport, about 240 miles away. You will need a rental car from this airport.
Reservation and payment deadline:
Advanced registration for both programs must be made, along with full payment, by
June 10, 2016. You may register on line with a credit card or mail a check payable to Bodhi Path along with Registration Form (see following page) to:
Bodhi Path Buddhist Center, 12 Bodhi Path, Natural Bridge, VA 24578.
Cancellation policy:
On or before June 15, 2016 your total program fee, minus a $40 per person registration fee, will be refunded upon cancellation. After June 15, 2016 no refunds will be made.
For further information:
Email: naturalbridge@bodhipath.org and
visit our website: www.bodhipath.org
Call: 540.464.5117 Voicemail
Bodhi Path is an international organization founded by the 14th Shamar Rinpoche. Teachers provide meditation and philosophy instruction and guidance to learn and practice Buddhism.
A Path of Wisdom
Teachings by Jigme Rinpoche
The Fundamentals of Meditation
Practice with Karma Trinlay Rinpoche
2016 Bodhi Path Annual Gathering,
Teaching, and Celebration
June 24 to 26, 2016
Natural Bridge, Virginia
Join us as these two exceptional teachers enrich our understanding of the Dharma and deepen our practice experience in an environment that celebrates the heartfelt connection between Bodhi Path students, supporters, and friends old and new.
Program includes:
- Teachings on A Path of Wisdom by Jigme Rinpoche
- Teaching and practice with Karma Trinlay Rinpoche
- Refuge and Bodhisattva Vows from Jigme Rinpoche
- Discussions and Q & A led by Bodhi Path Teachers
- Bodhi Path admin and info sharing meetings
- Celebration dinner, sing-along and dance party
Date and Times: Friday and Saturday, June 24-25, 9:30 am to 6 pm.
Sunday, June 26, 9 am to 12 noon.
______________________
The Annual Program is followed by
an extraordinary teaching and practice event:
The Way of the Bodhisattva
Teaching & Practice Retreat
with Karma Trinlay Rinpoche
June 27 to July 3
Teaching retreat includes:
- Karma Trinlay Rinpoche continues teaching The Way of the Bodhisattva
- Dharma Teacher Tsony will help facilitate the retreat
Karma Trinlay Rinpoche continues his teaching of Chapter 9, Wisdom, in The Way
of the Bodhisattva. In this culminating chapter Shantideva (c. 8th century CE) presents—through the meticulous philosophical analysis of the Madhyamaka School—wisdom:
the way to overcome confusion, the root of all dissatisfactions in life. Awakening,
the ultimate goal of Buddhist practice is only attainable through wisdom, the
unmistaken non-dual discernment of reality.
Date and Times: Monday, June 27, 3 to 5 pm.
Tuesday through Saturday, June 28-July 2, 10 am to 5 pm.
Sunday, July 3, 10 am to 12 noon.
Teaching, practice, and sharing the dharma with friends and fellow students, is a rich environment in which to deepen one’s heartfelt connection to, and understanding of the Dharma. Past participants share some thoughts and impressions below:
“Attending was an eye opener. The site was more beautiful than I imagined.”
“…lovely people, high quality teachings, a gorgeous venue.”
“Sharing experiences about study and practice was invaluable.”
“People from around the world expanded my view of Bodhi Path.”
“…plenty of opportunity to talk to the Bodhi Path teachers.”
“The joyful spirit was exemplified by the fun-filled celebration.”
Join us to celebrate the Buddha’s intent!
______________________
General information for both programs:
Location:
All events for both programs take place at Bodhi Path Natural Bridge, located eight miles south of Lexington, Virginia, at the south end of the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. Address: 12 Bodhi Path, Natural Bridge, VA 24578.
Program fees:*
Three-day program: $265
Includes teaching, celebration supper and daily lunches. (Housing additional.)
Karma Trinlay Rinpoche teaching retreat: $335 for entire retreat, or $60 per day Seven-day program. Lunch included. (Housing additional.)
Attending both programs: $535
*Events at Bodhi Path are open to everyone.
Lack of means to make a contribution is never a reason to stay away
Space is limited. Advanced registration is important and must be made, along with full payment, no later than June 10, 2016. Please reserve early to help our planning. We expect a full house and highly recommend you make your program and hotel reservations early. (See Cancellation Policy.)
Accommodations:
Please make your reservations directly with the establishment of choice.
For questions about on-site housing during the retreat portion of the program please
inquire at: housingva@bodhipath.org.
Hotel/motels:
South River Highlands, 540-463-2593. Lovely rustic cabins, dorm spaces, and private rooms. 15 miles from center, car necessary. Please call for pricing. Mention Bodhi Path. innkeepers@southriverhighlands.com
Budget Inn Natural Bridge, 540-291-2896. A modest motel 1+ mile from the center, for the “nothing fancy” crowd. Mention Bodhi Path.
Natural Bridge of Virginia Hotel, 800-533-1410. 5 miles from center.
For other accommodations 10+ miles from the center, please visit the Lexington Visitors Center’s website at www.lexingtonvirginia.com.
A shared house:
If attending both programs, shared housing is available at lovely McDowell House, on Preston Street, (around the corner from Middleton House), 9 miles from the Bodhi Path Center, in downtown Lexington. $45 - $85 per night. For more information or to MAKE A RESERVATION please write to housingva@bodhipath.org.
Camping:
Natural Bridge KOA. 540-291-2770. RV hook-ups, cabins, tents. 2 miles from the center.
Airports and ground transportation:
All airports require renting a car, limo service or ride sharing to get to the center. Ride sharing information will be sent out with confirmation of registration.
Roanoke, Virginia, about 45 miles away, is the closest airport. Car rental or limo service available. Limo Services: Roanoke Airport Transportation Service, 540-345-7710, and Prestige Limousine, Inc., 540-342-8049. Price depends on number of people traveling together. Call for pricing. Make arrangements early to insure availability.
Note: Bodhi Path Natural Bridge will staff a shuttle departing from Roanoke Airport on Thursday, June 23 at approximately 2pm and 10pm. The return shuttle on Sunday, June 26 will depart Bodhi Path at 1pm (arriving 2pm at ROA). Reservations imperative. To reserve a seat on the shuttle, write to housingva@bodhipath.org and include plane itinerary.
Lynchburg and Charlottesville, Virginia, are regional airports, each about one-and-a-half hours away. These airports often have less expensive flights. You will need a rental car.
Washington, DC airports, Dulles International or Reagan International, about 200 and 210 miles away, respectively. You will need a rental car if you fly into either of these airports.
Baltimore International Airport, about 240 miles away. You will need a rental car from this airport.
Reservation and payment deadline:
Advanced registration for both programs must be made, along with full payment, by
June 10, 2016. You may register on line with a credit card or mail a check payable to Bodhi Path along with Registration Form (see following page) to:
Bodhi Path Buddhist Center, 12 Bodhi Path, Natural Bridge, VA 24578.
Cancellation policy:
On or before June 15, 2016 your total program fee, minus a $40 per person registration fee, will be refunded upon cancellation. After June 15, 2016 no refunds will be made.
For further information:
Email: naturalbridge@bodhipath.org and
visit our website: www.bodhipath.org
Call: 540.464.5117 Voicemail