UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
Forest Bathing
Forest Bathing is inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, which can be loosely translated to “taking in the medicine of the forest”. This practice was established in the 1980s in Japan as a direct response to declining health in the population. The healing energies of the natural world have been known for centuries. Forest bathing is a simple yet powerful way for us to remember, and tap into these healing powers that are readily available to all of us. Research shows that people who practice forest bathing experience relief from anxiety and depression, a deeper sense of mental relaxation, better sleep, and an increased feeling of gratitude and overall sense of well-being. Forest bathing also lowers blood pressure and heart rate, it elevates NK cancer-fighting cells in the body and strengthens the immune system. Click here for more information.
Camp Joy (Chinese Brush Painting)
Practice the ancient arts of Chinese Brush Painting, Caligraphy, and Japanese paper marbling with artist and teacher, Joy Harvey. Joy has over 30 years of experience to share with this limited enrollment class. A fine arts background is recommended. Click here for more information.
Woman to Woman Spiritual Recovery Retreat
Join us on this experiential retreat for women in recovery where we will travel from the head to the heart on a journey where you will discover and discard what may be holding you back from stepping into the life God intended for you. Topic: Faith vs Fear: Which One Is Winning In Your Life. Members of any faith, or none at all, are welcome. Click here for more information.
Mosaic Art Retreat with Passiflora Mosaics (September)
This workshop is currently full. You are welcome to submit a registration to be placed on our waitlist. Please contact Rick Craig for more information. (rick@campoceanpines.org / 805-924-4014)
Whether you’re a curious beginner, serious hobbyist or accomplished professional, experience why mosaic art lovers of all skill levels continue to return for these fabulous 4-day retreats! Your creative side will flourish in this inspiring environment!
With over 50 years of combined mosaic-making and teaching experience, Donnell and Fred’s workshops and style of teaching are well known for being relaxing and fun as well as educational, encouraging and motivating. They will patiently guide you through the entire process, through interactive group discussions and demonstrations and plenty of one-on-one instruction. Click here for more information.
Back to Basics - Friends of Bill W.
The weekend will consist of 12 step discussions, meetings, and fellowship along with great food in a spectacular setting. Many of these men have been coming to Camp Ocean Pines for many, many years. Yet new members are warmly welcomed! Your information will be kept confidential in our system. Click here for more information.
Nature Journaling I & II
Deepen your experience of the natural world through close looking and reflection with artist Michelle Antonisse. We will learn the history of field journaling (recorded observations of nature) and experiment with our own practice. Through close looking, sketching exercises, writing prompts, line work, color theory, concept mapping and deep listening, we will drop into the present moment and explore our relationship to and knowledge of plants, animals, fungus and lichens. Click here for more information.
Cambria Quilting Retreat with Rob Appell
This is your chance to “Get Away and Sew”.
Rob Appell will be sharing some fantastic new quilts. There will be a several new project ideas, plus all of our favorite techniques will be wonderful sources of inspiration. Of course, this is your weekend, so you may work on any projects your heart desires. Click here for more information and registration.
California Sculptor's Symposium
California Sculptors Symposium (CSS) is an annual, week-long program of workshops and demonstrations given by sculptors for sculptors. Intimate hands-on sessions with expert instructors will improve your technique, inspire your designs and build your expertise. Participants return to CSS year after year to share their passion for working with stone, wood, metal, clay and more. It’s a place to learn, exchange ideas and recharge your creative batteries for both the novice and the seasoned artist. Click here for more information.
Into the Tides - Nature Journaling
When the tides recede deep into the ocean, a rich underwater world is uncovered. Sea stars, limpets and barnacles cling to rocks, giant squishy sea hares plop into place and crabs scuttle over everything. The world revealed is dynamic and complicated, fluorescent and tiny, globular and expansive. Join LA based nature workshop “Into the Field” as we explore one of California’s juiciest tidal areas, the coast of Cambria. We will learn about these ecosystems, the species we may find and the history of their exploration, before taking one or two long expeditions “into the tides”. Click here for more information.
Mosaic Art Retreat with Passiflora Mosaics (March)
MARCH COURSE FULL ( Currently accepting waitlist participants; September class still has spots available). Whether you’re a curious beginner, serious hobbyist or accomplished professional, experience why mosaic art lovers of all skill levels continue to return for these fabulous 4-day retreats! Your creative side will flourish in this inspiring environment!
With over 50 years of combined mosaic-making and teaching experience, Donnell and Fred’s workshops and style of teaching are well known for being relaxing and fun as well as educational, encouraging, and motivating. They will patiently guide you through the entire process, through interactive group discussions and demonstrations and plenty of one-on-one instruction. Click here for more information.
Cambria Music Jam Hosted by Camp Crud
Jamming 101 - Learning to play music with others. If you have never played in a jam or music festival and want to - this is the workshop for you. If you have played in a jam or music festival, this workshop is also for you. The weekend will consist of workshops, jamming with other people, meeting new people while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of Camp Ocean Pines as well as the wonderful food. Click here for more information.
Nature Poetry Workshop
Alice Walker once wrote “In nature, everything is perfect and nothing is perfect”—a quote that captures the essence of Camp Ocean Pines, poetry, and ourselves. Spend a weekend exploring all three as we practice writing sensory poems, haikus, tankas, and pastoral poems all inspired by the beauty of Camp Ocean Pines. The poems will fill the pages of our very own poetry journals which we will have the opportunity to decorate as we wish and take with us. We will also have the opportunity to workshop each poem as well as read all of our poems during a Sunday morning poetry share. Poets of all levels and experience are welcome. Click here for more information.
Pacific Songwriting Camp
A camp for music lovers: whether you want to explore songwriting for the first time or are a seasoned singer-songwriter, come immerse yourself in all aspects of the songwriting craft. Students and instructors make music together and learn together. Click here for more information.