The Art of Honoring the Quiet Practices

This silent-leaning meditation retreat at Drala Mountain Center in Red Feather Lakes, Colorado, is led by Caverly Morgan and Tracee Stanley. It is a week of quiet reflection, yoga nidra, mindful movement and contemplative inquiry, for anyone who wants to slow down, listen deeply and rest in the natural world. Beginners and experienced practitioners are both welcome.

What to Expect

The retreat runs six days, with arrival on the first afternoon between 2:00 and 5:00 PM at the Guest Services Cabin. The opening brings a welcome, orientation and an opening circle that introduces the rhythm of the retreat. The middle days weave together morning silence, meditation and gentle movement, with time for journaling, creative practice and self-inquiry. Yoga nidra offers deep rest, and walking meditation and earth dreaming practices honor the land. Dharma talks explore stillness and nondual wisdom, and a tea ritual and periods of contemplative silence round out the days. Evenings include reflection and communal gatherings.

The final morning holds practice, a closing session and an integration dialogue about carrying practices into daily life. Departure is at 12:30 PM. Morning movement is gentle and accessible, and the aim is to leave with simple, sustainable tools for rest, presence and meeting uncertain times.

About Caverly Morgan

Caverly Morgan is a spiritual teacher, nonprofit founder, speaker and writer, named one of 2025's powerful women of the mindfulness movement. Her practice began in 1995 and includes eight years of training in a silent Zen monastery. She is the author of The Heart of Who We Are: Realizing Freedom Together. Past participants describe her modern nondual approach as accessible, warm and humorous.

About Tracee Stanley

Tracee Stanley is a meditation and yoga nidra facilitator with more than 18 years of training in the Para Yoga and Himalayan traditions, and she is on the faculty at Esalen Institute. She wrote the bestselling Radiant Rest: Yoga Nidra for Deep Relaxation and Awakened Clarity and The Luminous Self: Sacred Yogic Practices & Rituals to Remember Who You Are. She founded Empowered Life Circle, a community of practices, rituals and Tantric teachings, and created the Empowered Life Self Inquiry Oracle and Soul Journal. Participants speak of her care and of the intentional progression of her retreats.

The Setting

Drala Mountain Center sits in an alpine landscape near Red Feather Lakes, Colorado. Some campgrounds were affected by a recent wildfire, and the effects may still be visible, though they are safe to use. Lodging is chosen at checkout and ranges from car camping in primitive spots (no water or electric hookups) and shared tents, to dormitories, monk rooms, private single and double rooms with their own bathrooms, and junior suites with a queen bed and a bathtub. Platform tents are only available from late May through early September. Those who prefer to stay off-site can commute or arrange their own lodging.

Three meals a day and drinks are provided, with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options.

Before You Go

No prior experience is needed. Tuition covers all sessions and teachings, six nights of lodging, meals and drinks, and use of the center's facilities and bathhouses. Extra nights can be added at a reduced rate. Transportation is not included. If you choose a tent, bring your own twin sheets, a blanket or sleeping bag, a pillow and towels.