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Summer Intention is the summer camp-out version of the famous Winter Intention retreat. Summer Intention is a four day, three night event where a village of all ages comes together to celebrate, share, workshop, perform, dance, play, heal, connect, share meals, and have fun. Intention is a time and space for being authentically ourselves in a dynamic, loving and inspirational community setting.
Details can also be found at our Facebook event
Delicious, healthy vegetarian dinners will be provided during the weekend as part of your ticket.
Intention gatherings incorporate dance parties, workshops, yoga, art, DIY culture, as well as shared meal times and spontaneous fun. Intention is a warm, wonderful, and special community offering events that many return to year after year. One of our community’s goals is to create a transformational container that continuously weaves our vibrant community together.
Come celebrate with us at Summer Intention. It's awesome!
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TICKETS AND REGISTRATION
Tickets include 3 nights camping and a hot communal dinner from our camp kitchen, plus a self-serve brunch. They're a bargain! We take no profit and operate on thin margins, so encourage you to purchase the highest tier you can afford, and save the cheaper tickets for those who really need them. Prices are:
- $140 for tier 1
- $175 for tier 2
- $190 for tier 3
- $80 for 7-17 year olds
- Free for kids age 6 and under
* prices do not include GST
IMPORTANT: if you are not familiar with paying by credit card through the PayPal interface, you might want to read this page, and keep it open in another browser tab, for reference, when registering: In some circumstances, PayPal will try to trick you into creating an account, when you don't need to, if you are using credit card.
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THIS YEAR'S THEME
The theme for Summer Intention 2023 is:
Chrysalis
For many of us, this feels like a time of emerging from a transformative cocoon and we want to express this in the vision and intention of this event.
Let’s shake off the heaviness of the past and that which no longer serves us, spread our wings and express the fullness of our new potential. And if you’re still in the process of transformation, let’s honour that too. Growth can be hard work and all phases are important.
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LOCATION
We have booked a beautiful, private venue near Roberts Creek on the Sunshine Coast. More information about the location, directions have been sent to registrants in an email, and will be sent to late registrants. It's a 20 minute drive from the ferry - we'll send the address to ticket holders. The event starts at 4pm Friday and ends 4pm Monday - please no early arrivals.
If you're transiting to the ferry, you can catch the #1 bus to the Roberts Creek General Store, and volunteers can shuttle you to the site: see the shuttle schedule and info. If you would like or can offer a rideshare, please fill in this rideshare sheet.
This event takes place on the traditional, unceded, and illegally occupied territory of the Coast Salish peoples, including the shíshálh (Sechelt) Nation. We have tremendous gratitude for this land and everything that it provides, and invite awareness and consideration of how and why the people of the nation of Canada have access to all of its beauty and abundance. We always strive to leave no trace and to protect the land where we gather.
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CO-CREATION
Co-creation is an important aspect of Intention. Thus, as part of our events we ask all participants to contribute by signing up for a volunteer shift when they complete their registration. Contributions may include welcoming people at the gate, helping with decor, cooking community meals, being a calm presence at peer support, facilitating a game in the Kid's zone, or helping to make sure we leave the land as beautiful as it was when we arrived. You can choose which parts of the event you feel called to support.
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MUSIC
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WORKSHOPS
Intention is an opportunity for individuals to share skills, magic and love with the community. This year, we hope to have many talented folks stepping up to offer their gifts at the gathering in the form of workshops. Every attendee at Intention is invited to give a workshop on whatever topic they desire.
See here for this years workshops!
>> Offer a workshop here << (applications officially closed but there might be a slight chance of squeezing you in, if you are already paid / registered! )
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MEALS
This year we’ll be offering a self-serve brunch (cereals, fruit, snacks, etc.) and freshly cooked dinners. Friday will have dinner only, and Monday early brunch only. Meals provided will be vegetarian with vegan and gluten-free options.*
Please bring your own scrumptious foods (e.g., meals, snacks, treats) and drinks (remember to bring all your own water and coffee), especially if you have special dietary requirements/needs or eat a lot, as we won’t be providing three full meals every day. See here for more details.
Food preparation, cooking, and cleaning will be a communal activity with lots of opportunities to help out. Please contact kitchen[at]intentiongathering[dot]org if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. Also see this page for more information.
* Though all meals are planned as gluten-free, they may not meet the standards required for celiacs or people with severe intolerances so please plan ahead to meet your needs.
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CONSENT
Intention consciously fosters a culture of consent. We want everyone to feel comfortable and respected at our events. If you’re unsure about an interaction or unsure if you have consent, please remember to ask first. Remember, only an ongoing positive, enthusiastic response means Yes! When consent is respected, we feel more free to be fully ourselves.
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AND MORE
Everyone is encouraged to find their own way to connect into the festival flow and become involved in the daily life, music, and general production of the event.
Check back in again with this event page regularly for more info! Or join our mailing /chat list (not too busy, good stuff gets posted) at:
http://intentiongathering.org/intentiontribe/
Intention is co-created and participant-driven. We share our personal gifts and learn from the community. It is an opportunity to work together with old and new friends to create a safe container for a rich exploration of people, places, music, art, self-expression, and creativity.
We are always looking for volunteers to help with organizing and creating events. If you would like to be involved in the organization process, please contact the org team at info[at]intentiongathering[dot]org .
YAY SUMMER INTENTION <3
