Weekend with Don Gato

Sep 18 - 21, 2026

Grass Valley, CA "Of Soil and Stars"

Retreat Highlights

  • Three nights of singing and music with Mason
  • Evening organic community meal made with love
  • Pre-retreat Zoom gathering to build community and set intentions (2 weeks prior)
  • Opening celebration circle on the first day to welcome and connect
  • Two integration circles led by Lauren, offering space to process through somatic practice, group sharing, art, movement, and other forms of expression
  • Optional hiking and river adventures in the Sierras
  • Ample time for rest, nourishment, laughter, dancing, and meaningful conversation
  • À la carte healing treatments available, including massage and bodywork
  • Post-retreat integration call with Lauren to support continued connection and reflection
  • Laughter, love and conversation with lovely humans.
  • Dance, play and joy.

Retreat Details

This retreat welcomes anyone ready to step more fully into their life, do meaningful inner work, and celebrate in good company! The weekend is filled with gatherings and connections and intentional moments created to support you on your journey.

  • There will be evenings of music hosted by Maestro Mason, meant to open your heart and connect with the joy of song.
  • Integration circles with Lauren create room to process your experience in whatever way feels right, whether through talking, moving, creating, or simply being present.
  • During this time there is plenty of spaciousness. Wander autumn trails in the Sierras, book a healing session, dance when the spirit moves, or rest without agenda.
  • Connect, share stories, and laughter with other lovely humans doing similar work of growth and celebration!

    This weekend holds space for all of it: the vulnerability, the play, the quiet reflection and the full-hearted joy.Come ready to show up as you are. Leave feeling more connected to yourself and the life you’re creating!

    Lodging and Accommodations

    Your retreat includes on-site camping and access to sleeping space in our communal ceremonial yurt.

    For those who would like a more private or comfortable option, a limited number of upgraded accommodations are available on a first come, first serve basis, ranging from glamping sites to private bedrooms.  These come at an additional cost and do fill up quickly. Reach out at medicinapachamama@gmail.com to ask about what’s available.

Retreat Details

Pay your deposit today to secure your place. The remaining balance will be due before the retreat begins.

Booking Details

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Refund & cancellation policy

All retreat deposits are non-refundable and secure your space in the program.

Final payment for the retreat is due 4 weeks prior to the event start date. Once final payment has been submitted, it is non-refundable except in the case of a verified emergency. In such instances, refund requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and are subject to approval by retreat staff and facilitators.

We appreciate your understanding, as our retreats require significant planning, preparation, and advance commitments to hold space for each participant.

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Refund policy

All purchases for this course are non-refundable and non-transferable. Once enrollment is confirmed, no refunds will be issued, and registrations cannot be transferred to another person or future course. By completing your purchase, you acknowledge and agree to this policy.