May 29 – June 1, 2014 – Dances of Universal Peace and Sufi Camp – Parrish Ranch, Berthoud, Colorado
with Gayan Gregory Long and Grace Marie
NoCo Dances of Universal Peace and Sufi Camp will focus on deepening in Mind, Body and Spirit.
http://dancesofuniversalpeacena.org/NoCoDUPandSufi.htm
About our Retreat Location
Our retreat location, Parrish Ranch in Berthoud, Colorado, is a privately owned and operated camping facility at
about 5200 feet, and can accommodate up to 100 campers. It is nestled in the Front Range foothills of the
Rocky Mountains in a grassy area, with Cottonwood trees, and the Little Thompson River running through the
property, between Longmont and Fort Collins. The facility is NOT handicapped accessible.
Bathrooms and showers are located at various locations in separate buildings.
Portions of the large, grassy, wooded Camping area, Tee Pees and RV location in distance.
Tenting
$150
Camper Vans – no hookups -
$150
RV’s with hookups -
$175
Tee Pees – Wood framed, with electricity, 2 beds, for those with physical challenges and the older population.
Photo below.
$40 per night plus $150 for the retreat.
Local Commuters -
$130
Youth Ages 0 – 7 are free. Youth Ages 8 -15 are half price.
Although there is not a youth program, if there are sufficient number of youth attending, we can talk
about the possibility of having a youth program. Keep in touch with Jim Grant, the registrar.
Registrar: Jim Grant – 970-226–8767 or [email protected]
Download Registration Form at www.kundagrace.com under Special Events.
Send Check with registration form payable to “Grace Marie” and mail to:
Jim Grant, 5000 Boardwalk Dr. # 13, Fort Collins, CO 80525
About the Staff
Gayan Gregory Long - Gayan Gregory Long – world-class drummer, Dances of Universal
Peace - Gayan is a sufi teacher, drummer, storyteller, and Certified Leader of the Dances of
Universal Peace. He teaches and performs worldwide: serving as a drummer, dance leader,
and spiritual director. His teaching and leadership style is enthusiastic, inclusive, and
experiential. Gayan has appeared on many recording projects and performs in venues as
diverse as kirtans, spiritual retreats, and the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage festival. At this
camp Gayan will lead Dances and otherwise incite enthusiasm through village-style
gatherings.
Grace Marie – teaches wordwide, Sufi practice, meditation, Harmonic Temple chants and
leads the Dances of Universal Peace. She organized 3 international dance leader trainings in
Peru, and co-organized continental Dance meetings for North and South America and
Europe. She has been on staff for numerous dance camps, dance leader trainings and retreats
worldwide. Her style is joyful, deep and ecstatic. She has three CD’s, Kunda, One Love, and
All My Relations, and is working on her first book on deepening relationships with the
natural world.
Jim Grant found the Dances of Universal Peace in 1991, serving as a dancer, drummer and
on the board of directors of their non-profit as well. His fusion drumming style formed out of
past studies with master drummers plus ongoing study and practice. He is a founding
member of world-groove band Tuatha, which has put out 2 CDs of original music with more
in the works.
About the Gathering and Dance Space
The wood floor dance space was owned by an internationally famous square dance caller with many feet having
danced in this barn on the second floor for decades. It is beautifully maintained as a dance floor.
Meals: Bring your own breakfast and lunch. Community dinner potlucks. Bring your own silverware
and plates.
There are 2 large group kitchens to prepare meals, and keep your food.
There is a large charcoal BBQ grill that we can have a community BBQ.
Above: 1 of 2 large kitchens, one with walk in refrigerator.
Things to Bring: Toiletry items, towels, sunscreen, journal, flashlight, insect repellent, sunglasses, clothing to
suit hot, cool or rain, and good walking shoes………and whatever else you need.
Camp participants must bring your own tents, sleeping bags, blankets, pillows, towels, etc.
Arrival and Check-in begin on Thursday, May 29, 2014 at 2 pm.
6:00 pm – Thursday, May 29 - First community potluck dinner.
8:00 pm – First session of retreat begins.
12:00 pm – Sunday, June 1 – end of retreat
Marketplace
If you have products to sell, there will be 1 afternoon the Marketplace will be open. The cost to participate will
be 10% of sales.
Healing Practitioners
Local healers will be offering their services for a fee designated by each practitioner. Each practitioner will do
their own scheduling.
Health and Well-Being
Wash hands more often to prevent spreading or getting a cold
Breath may also cause spread of a cold. Be mindful of oral hygiene.
Poison Ivy is everywhere in the woods. Stay on the trails.
Although we will have simple first aid items, bring first aid items for your own use for minor cuts, bee stings,
and antiseptic cream or allergy medication if you use them.
There is a BEAR in the area. Keep all Food inside the designated indoor kitchens. Rattesnake
sightings have been rare, but we need to be conscious of their possible presence.
Fragrances – Please do not wear or bring fragrances. Many people are sensitive and/or allergic to them.
Emotional Well-Being - Open Hearts at camp
We know from experience the Dances open hearts to feel love within and for each other. We ask you to
practice mindful and respectful relationship.
This camp/retreat is focused on developing mind, body, spirit, and connections as a supportive community. As
such, we ask you to focus energies on the teachings and the practices being offered as well as creating an
atmosphere where everyone is welcomed and feels included and safe.
Mindful Thoughts, Mindful Words, Mindful Actions
No Drugs or Alcohol on the premises.
Noise ------- 11 PM Noise Curfew to allow staff and camp participants, young and young at heart, to get
much needed rest during the full days of the week.
Do not bring or play CD players, radios, etc.
Mobile phones will be turned OFF at camp at ALL times. If you must use the mobile phone, please take a
walk outside of the camp area to maintain a sacred natural retreat free from ringing phones and only hearing the
sounds of the camp.
Weather
In late May, weather in Colorado is moderate with warm to hot days and cool nights and can bring rainstorms.
Bring layers of clothing for all types of weather conditions. Tank tops, sleeveless or short-sleeved shirts, spring
and summer clothing are great during the day. Wool, fleece, long sleeved clothing, shawls, sweaters, etc., are
good for evenings and those chilly, cloudy days.
Altitude – 5200’
If you are coming from sea level or a low altitude, expect to take some adjustment time. Move at a slower pace,
drink a lot of water, and breathe deeply. Aspirin can be helpful for altitude headaches.
Additional rooms (above) located below the 2nd floor dance space for breakout sessions and gatherings.
Things to do and visit locally before or after camp :
Visit Rocky Mountain National Park
River rafting the Cache la Poudre River.
Visit the Old Town area of Fort Collins, Boulder, Longmont, Loveland Sculpture Gardens, Denver Botanic
Gardens, Denver Zoo, Denver Art Museum or Museum of Natural History
Flying into Denver: Shuttle from Denver International Airport (DIA) to Fort Collins information:
Contact the Registrar, Jim Grant, to arrange the Shuttle. 970-226-8767 or [email protected]
Driving Directions to Parrish Ranch :
Directions to the Parrish Ranch from Fort Collins and North:
• 287 South past Hwy 34 (10.5 mi to CR4 turn), Hwy 56 (2 miles to CR4 turn) and CR 6 (1 mile to CR4 turn)
• Turn right on County Rd 4 at bottom of big hill
• Straight on County Rd 4 (turns into Wagonwheel Rd.) It is 5 miles to the turn at Parrish Ranch Rd
• Go about 1 1/4 mile past 83rd St. (marked 23E-1700S)
• 4.5 miles from 287 road turns to unimproved - keep going
• After another .5 miles, turn left on Parrish Rd. (dirt road - where the main road turns sharp right)
• Go thru the gate that says "Parrish Ranch" and follow the main road (to the right - there are a couple of other roads that
veer off to the left) to the end (about 1.4 miles)
Dance is upstairs in the lodge. Come around back (to the left) and up the large wooden staircase.
Directions to Parrish Ranch from Denver and South:
• Take I-25 North to Hwy 66 West
• Take Hwy 66 West to Hwy 287 North
• From 287 North – drive about 4.9 miles and turn left on CR-4 (at bottom of big hill)
• Straight on County Rd 4 (turns into Wagonwheel Rd.) It is 5 miles to the turn at Parrish Ranch Rd.
• Go about 1 1/4 mile past 83rd St. (marked 23E-1700S)
• 4.5 miles from 287 road turns to unimproved - keep going
• After another .5 miles, Turn left on Parrish Rd. (dirt road - where the main road turns sharp right)
• Go thru the gate that says "Parrish Ranch" and follow the main road (to the right - there are a couple of other roads that
veer off to the left) to the end at about 1.4 miles.
Dance is upstairs in the lodge. Come around back (to the left) and up the large wooden staircase.