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What to Bring

If you’re coming on retreat with us, here are a few things we suggest bringing:
• Flashlight & extra batteries
• Meditation cushion or bench; meditation blanket; Om board, etc.
• Portable alarm clock (one that uses batteries)
• Inspiring books
• Journal and/or notebook or sketchbook
• Portable Cassette Tape Player* or CD Player (battery operated)
• Personal toiletries

Please do not bring:
• Pets
• Alcohol
• Non-Prescription Drugs

In SUMMER months, bring:
• Warmer clothes for cool evenings
• Mosquito repellent
• Sun hat
• Water bottle
• Sunscreen

• Good walking shoes and/or hiking sandals
• Lightweight clothing/shorts for warmer days

In WINTER months, bring:
• Rain gear, including boots/shoes
• Warm clothes (jacket, sweater, scarf, hat, long underwear, etc.)
• Tire chains (if you have them)

* You are welcome to borrow from the retreat’s library of inspirational music and lecture tapes.

Ananda Institute of Alternative Living
Location: Ananda Meditation Retreat 14618 Tyler Foote Rd., #114
Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 292-3024, M-F, 9-5 PST
contact: registrar@anandauniversity.org