Immerse yourself in a moving meditation to help transcend the stresses of life. Together we will connect with ourselves, nature, and tea through the practice of traditional tea ceremony. You will leave this experience relaxed and with tangible tools and knowledge in hand to bring a new practice into your everyday life.
How is the experience?
Tea gives us the opportunity to be fully present through a form of moving meditation. Sitting in tea ceremony allows one to transcend the stresses of life. Taking time to just be and connect with plant medicine from the comfort of your home gives you the tools to bring this healing practice into daily life.
During our time together over Zoom, you learn to brew the oldest brewing tradition of leaves in a bowl with tea leaves and a bowl shipped directly to your home. After learning how to prepare and perform a tea ceremony together we will sit and share bowls of tea together in silence before opening the space back up to questions and reflections.
Who is the host?
Rachel is a low waste activist, student of tea, and is dedicated to inspiring others to return to their roots and honor their truest nature, that they are nature! She pursued a career as a fashion stylist in New York City for five years before being introduced to the traditional practice of Chinese Tea Ceremony. Since sitting for her first ceremony she has been guided by the spirit of tea. Tea has taken Rachel to Taiwan and moved her across the US from New York to Colorado to study this medicinal plant. Her goal is to give you the tools to live a life in deeper communion with yourself, nature, and those around you. Currently, you will find Rachel guiding tea ceremonies throughout our Public Lands, adventuring the expansive west.
What are people saying?*
The experience of sharing tea in nature was healing and grounding. I was able to connect with nature and myself with heightened appreciation and joy - through the pouring of tea, the sounds of nature and the silent, sacred contained facilitated by Rachel.
Ellie
I've never experienced something so pure and meditative. Each time the glass was filled my mind drifted to one thought, then it vanished by the time the glass was finished. Enjoying life's simple pleasures and meditating never came so easy until I started drinking tea with Rachel.
Megan
This was a beautiful and unique experience with Rachel. My first time having a tea ceremony, and I love it. I definitely recommend this experience and hope you enjoy as much as I did.
Katie
Rachel was so friendly and brought her own experiences to the tea ceremony. She found the perfect spot for an amazing, peaceful morning!
Matt
Such a wonderful experience! Rachel is so knowledgeable and the tea ceremony was far better than expected. She chooses a really perfect spot and is so welcoming. Left feeling peaceful and connected to nature.
Lauren
Rachel is a masterful host who will guide you through a truly unique experience set amongst a stunning landscape. Thoroughly enjoyable and would highly recommend it!
Josh
What a lovely way to spend a morning in Boulder! The tea ceremony was delightful, the spot was wonderfully peaceful, and Rachel was very sweet and welcoming. If the idea of forest bathing + tea intrigues you, go ahead and do it.
Julia
This experience was so much fun and definitely a once in a lifetime opportunity in the Colorado mountains! Rachel is super friendly and made the whole experience super relaxing and comfortable. I would do it again!
Sam
This experience was so lovely, both because of the location (forest, but easily accessible from Boulder proper) and because Rachel is such a calm, kind person. I so appreciated the quiet space for the ceremony itself, for me to let go of all the stresses of the week. But I also enjoyed talking with Rachel afterward and connecting with her. If you need a real break from your busy life, I highly recommend this experience. I left feeling so much calmer, grounded, and revived.
Anna
* Note: The above feedback is from tea ceremonies performed by the host during nature walks.
Cost
$100 + Shipping
Schedule
Duration: 1.5 hours
Dates and times are flexible and available to your personal needs. Please note though that Rachel is located in Colorado with MST time zone.
Intrusions
None.
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Terms and Conditions: By submitting this form you agree to the following:
In the event of a cancellation by the host, the customer will be notified by Rachel Bare/Host as soon as it is possible. After the cancellation, you will receive alternative dates for participation or a total refund. Rachel Bare reserves the right to cancel or modify experiences and/or events in the following situations:
Unfavorable climate conditions that render the activity undoable;
The minimum safety conditions are not complied with
Other conditions that render the activity undoable (fires, strong winds, fallen trees, etc.)
In the case of circumstances beyond normal control, Rachel Bare may cancel the experiences and/or events, and the amounts received to date will not be refunded.
In case of cancellation of reservations by the customer, you will be refunded the full amount (minus QPI service charges and any money transfer/processing fees) if canceled 48hrs before and anything after 48hours will not be refunded.