Wilderness Quest Overview

Quest Dates 

• October 16th-24th, 2018 

Description 

The wilderness is a highly effective medium for self-discovery, rites of passage, and spiritual renewal. Its rhythms, beauty and harsh realities act as perfect mirrors that reflect deep truths about who we are as individuals. By marking transitions such as college graduation, career change, relationship change, and overall “inertia,” we are empowered to seek direction, purpose, and commitment to our higher callings.

On all of our quests, participants are supported in developing a strong, clear intention through, pre-trip coaching, nature awareness, contemplative exercises, group council, ceremony and ritual, and reflective inquiry.

This 8-10 day wilderness experience culminates in a three- to four-day “Vision Fast Ceremony,” a powerful “Medicine Walk,” or another wilderness rite of passage ceremony appropriate for your needs. Most importantly, you will gain practical and effective tools, and be supported by post-trip coaching, to help successfully incorporate growth into your day-to-day lives.

What you can expect from an EBI Wilderness Quest

• Ceremony and ritual
• How to prepare for, participate in, and integrate a Wilderness Quest
• Community and Friendship
• Deeper connection to nature
• A greater sense of self and personal
• Tools for living the vision

Packing List

Required Gear: We will be car camping You can expect cool nights, evening thunderstorms, hot sun, and even a random snow flurry!  

• • Tent for base camp (and solo if you choose)
  • Solo tarp (http://outdoorproducts.com/tarps/)
  • Min 100’ of nylon rigging cord (3-5 mm) and 4 tent stakes
  • Sleeping bag – 0 Dgr.
  • Sleeping pad
  • Lightweight camp chair
  • headlamp
  • 2, 32 oz water bottles
  • lighter/strike anywhere matches
  • Small camping knife
  • whistle with lanyard (ESSENTIAL)
  • Headlamp or flashlight
  • Rain pants and coat
  • hiking boots
  • Camp shoes
  • sun hat, sun screen, Sun glasses
  • warm layers (including hat and gloves)
  • sock and under where
  • Backpack for carrying your solo gear to your solo site (you can leave base camp gear in cars or in your tent)
  • Journal
  • 4 gallons of spring water (for your solo)
  • Toiletries
  • Small personal first aid kit
  • Small trowel for digging cat holes
  • Personal TP, wipes and baggies to pack out used TP