education & community programming
Events & Workshops
featured events
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Heart-Led
A Monthly Cacao Ritual with Nicole Lindstrom
Sunday, February 1st | 12 PM - 3 PM
True Nature KivaThis practice uses breath, movement, and intentional stillness to prepare the body and nervous system to receive cacao.
The work is steady and deliberate—clearing stagnation, opening energetic pathways, and creating the conditions for the heart to be felt and heard.
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Concentric Recovery
A multi-dimensional recovery community to support you in moving beyond addiction, in all its many forms.
Monday, February 2nd | 5:30 PM - 6:45 PM
True Nature KivaJoin us in community as we combine physical practice with prompt-based discussion and connection around the central questions of addiction and recovery, with a focus on its social and spiritual dimensions
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Sacred Brotherhood
with Kyle Jason Leitzke
Monday, February 9th | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
True Nature KivaOpen meetings for heart-centered male identified individuals committed to their personal growth and fulfillment.
The mission is to empower men in the Roaring Fork Valley to lead with compassion and cultivate lasting fulfillment through intentional connection and transformative practices.
Upcoming Events In carbondale, CO
Search for upcoming events through the calendar or by searching by month below.
True Nature + Connection is the Medicine Foundation are proud to host a variety of events, workshops and retreats which nurture authentic connection. We welcome teachers and teachings from varied disciplines as well as students with diverse interests and needs.
We create opportunities for people to connect – with self, community, and the natural world – so they can discover meaning, purpose, and happiness in service of our shared consciousness. We envision a world where connection is embodied as a core value that nurtures wholeness within and between us all.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
We are now hiring for the following position:
Event & Campus Experience Coordinator
Please submit resume and cover letter to Director of Education and Programming: megan@connectionisthemedicine.com
If you are interested in facilitating events or programming, you may fill out this application for the 2026 calendar year. The first round of applications is now closed. We will review any newly submitted applications on a rolling basis, given scheduling availability and mission alignment. Please email megan@connectionisthemedicine.com with interest.
Weekly Zen Meditation with Billy Wynne and Roaring Fork Zen
Monday morning meditations: 8am-9am | True Nature Kiva
Wednesday evening meditations: 7:30pm-8:30pm | True Nature Kiva
At Roaring Fork Zen, you will find:
Authentic Zen practice
Warm, inclusive community
Clear, encouraging guidance
Supportive space for silent meditation
Open-hearted, dogma-free inquiry
Cultivation of equanimity, clarity, and compassion
Roaring Fork Zen (RFZ) is a Zen meditation community based in Carbondale, Colorado. We offer free authentic Zen instruction and practice.
Heart-led: A Cacao Ritual with Nicole Lindstrom
A monthly cacao ritual designed to open the heart, quiet the mind, and restore connection to inner guidance.
This practice uses breath, movement, and intentional stillness to prepare the body and nervous system to receive cacao. The work is steady and deliberate—clearing stagnation, opening energetic pathways, and creating the conditions for the heart to be felt and heard.
Luminaries Teen Cohort: Rooted in Practice. Radiating Possibility
A 17-week journey for high school-aged teens of all gender identities to explore healing, connection, and purpose.
Through breathwork, meditation, yoga, sound alchemy, and more, teens gain tools to connect to truth, restore balance, and build lasting community.
This is a closed cohort which began October 12th. If you’re interested in participating in our next session, or other upcoming youth programming, please reach out to Megan Miller, Director of Education and Programming: megan@connectionisthemedicine.com
Concentric Recovery Monthly Meetings
Community Offering - Free to attend
Join us in community as we combine physical practice with prompt-based discussion and connection around the central questions of addiction and recovery, with a focus on its social and spiritual dimensions.
No prior experience necessary. All bodies and levels are welcome.
Sound Journey with Dr. Zachary + Krista Cashin
Sound Journeys offer a deeply restorative, embodied experience - supporting both inner awareness and nervous system health. The vibrational frequencies gently engage the parasympathetic nervous system, helping to lower stress hormones and invite profound relaxation and deep presence. This is an opportunity to slow down, listen deeply, and experience sound as a pathway to balance, clarity, and renewed vitality.
These offerings tend to fill quickly—reserve your spot today!
Sacred Brotherhood Conversations with Kyle Jason Leitzke
Sacred Brotherhood Conversations are open meetings for heart-centered men committed to self-leadership and fulfillment. The goal is to empower men in the Roaring Fork Valley with intentional connection, compassionate communication, emotional resilience, and a sense of fulfillment.
COSMIC Sound Journey with Danielle Klein
Join us for a deeply healing sound journey that soothes your nervous system, calms your mind and restores balance within. Through the vibrations of various sound healing instruments, you will be brought into a theta brainwave state, which activates your parasympathetic nervous system—your body’s natural ability to repair, restore and heal itself.
These often sell out, so be sure and secure your spot today!
Luminaries Teen Cohort: Rooted in Practice. Radiating Possibility
A 17-week journey for high school-aged teens of all gender identities to explore healing, connection, and purpose.
Through breathwork, meditation, yoga, sound alchemy, and more, teens gain tools to connect to truth, restore balance, and build lasting community.
This is a closed cohort which began October 12th. If you’re interested in participating in our next session, or other upcoming youth programming, please reach out to Megan Miller, Director of Education and Programming: megan@connectionisthemedicine.com
Wisdom of the Pack with Erik Wardell
Wisdom of the Pack is an immersive series designed for 12-14 y.o. boys who are ready to explore their inner worlds as they transition into manhood. Over the course of 4 sessions, participants will learn how to foster meaningful and supportive relationships with their peers, develop an understanding of the healthy and healed masculine, have a greater sense of who they are as a developing young man and master the power of their inner emotional world.
This series is for all boys who have been desiring to feel more confident, connected, and clear on who they are internally and in community.
When Success Changes You: For Women Ready to Feel Alive & Aligned with Lindsay Gurley
At some point, the life you worked hard to create may stop feeling the way you thought it would. Not because anything is wrong.
But because you have changed.
Through a blend of coaching, movement, and experiential practices, this intimate workshop invites you to explore who you are becoming as a successful woman, a professional, and most importantly, as yourself, as success and life evolve.
Heart-led: A Cacao Ritual with Nicole Lindstrom
A monthly cacao ritual designed to open the heart, quiet the mind, and restore connection to inner guidance.
This practice uses breath, movement, and intentional stillness to prepare the body and nervous system to receive cacao. The work is steady and deliberate—clearing stagnation, opening energetic pathways, and creating the conditions for the heart to be felt and heard.
Luminaries Teen Cohort: Rooted in Practice. Radiating Possibility
A 17-week journey for high school-aged teens of all gender identities to explore healing, connection, and purpose.
Through breathwork, meditation, yoga, sound alchemy, and more, teens gain tools to connect to truth, restore balance, and build lasting community.
This is a closed cohort which began October 12th. If you’re interested in participating in our next session, or other upcoming youth programming, please reach out to Megan Miller, Director of Education and Programming: megan@connectionisthemedicine.com
Concentric Recovery Monthly Meetings
Community Offering - Free to attend
Join us in community as we combine physical practice with prompt-based discussion and connection around the central questions of addiction and recovery, with a focus on its social and spiritual dimensions.
No prior experience necessary. All bodies and levels are welcome.
Weaving Wisdom: An Intergenerational Gathering of Women
We all have a wise woman within, regardless of our age. Join us each month to share, learn, and be seen in an intergenerational circle of women. Our intention is to create a safe, non-judgmental space for genuine connection. We believe every generation brings unique gifts to the table, and when those gifts are shared with reverence and respect, we strengthen our bonds and grow a collective well of wisdom.
Sound Journey with Dr. Zachary + Krista Cashin
Sound Journeys offer a deeply restorative, embodied experience - supporting both inner awareness and nervous system health. The vibrational frequencies gently engage the parasympathetic nervous system, helping to lower stress hormones and invite profound relaxation and deep presence. This is an opportunity to slow down, listen deeply, and experience sound as a pathway to balance, clarity, and renewed vitality.
These offerings tend to fill quickly—reserve your spot today!
Sacred Brotherhood Conversations with Kyle Jason Leitzke
Sacred Brotherhood Conversations are open meetings for heart-centered men committed to self-leadership and fulfillment. The goal is to empower men in the Roaring Fork Valley with intentional connection, compassionate communication, emotional resilience, and a sense of fulfillment.
Red Thread: International Qigong Institute
To learn more, visit: https://redthreadinstitute.org/
Natalie Spears Duo - Live Music and Storytelling
Join us for an intimate evening of sounds + storytelling, a truly magical musical experience!
Natalie Spears brings listeners into touch with the warmth of community, the quiet awe of wild places, and the intimate corners of humanity. With a quiver of instruments (banjo, piano, and guitar)and her angelic voice, Spears chronicles a life shaped by wonder, loss, and metamorphosis, threading together opposites through song: love with loss; tradition with innovation; and the human with the more-than-human world. Her sonic world dances between soulful originals, old fiddle tunes, and global inspirations.
We are honored to host Natalie’s unbridled talent, aligned ethos, and transformative musical wanderings. This evening in the Kiva will be sure to delight and waken all your senses!
Red Thread: International Qigong Institute
To learn more, visit: https://redthreadinstitute.org/
Weaving Wisdom: An Intergenerational Gathering of Women
We all have a wise woman within, regardless of our age. Join us each month to share, learn, and be seen in an intergenerational circle of women. Our intention is to create a safe, non-judgmental space for genuine connection. We believe every generation brings unique gifts to the table, and when those gifts are shared with reverence and respect, we strengthen our bonds and grow a collective well of wisdom.
Red Thread: International Qigong Institute
To learn more, visit: https://redthreadinstitute.org/
Luminaries Teen Cohort: Rooted in Practice. Radiating Possibility
A 17-week journey for high school-aged teens of all gender identities to explore healing, connection, and purpose.
Through breathwork, meditation, yoga, sound alchemy, and more, teens gain tools to connect to truth, restore balance, and build lasting community.
This is a closed cohort which began October 12th. If you’re interested in participating in our next session, or other upcoming youth programming, please reach out to Megan Miller, Director of Education and Programming: megan@connectionisthemedicine.com
Concentric Recovery Monthly Meetings
Community Offering - Free to attend
Join us in community as we combine physical practice with prompt-based discussion and connection around the central questions of addiction and recovery, with a focus on its social and spiritual dimensions.
No prior experience necessary. All bodies and levels are welcome.
Sound Journey with Dr. Zachary + Krista Cashin
Sound Journeys offer a deeply restorative, embodied experience - supporting both inner awareness and nervous system health. The vibrational frequencies gently engage the parasympathetic nervous system, helping to lower stress hormones and invite profound relaxation and deep presence. This is an opportunity to slow down, listen deeply, and experience sound as a pathway to balance, clarity, and renewed vitality.
These offerings tend to fill quickly—reserve your spot today!
Sacred Brotherhood Conversations with Kyle Jason Leitzke
Sacred Brotherhood Conversations are open meetings for heart-centered men committed to self-leadership and fulfillment. The goal is to empower men in the Roaring Fork Valley with intentional connection, compassionate communication, emotional resilience, and a sense of fulfillment.
Luminaries Teen Cohort: Rooted in Practice. Radiating Possibility
A 17-week journey for high school-aged teens of all gender identities to explore healing, connection, and purpose.
Through breathwork, meditation, yoga, sound alchemy, and more, teens gain tools to connect to truth, restore balance, and build lasting community.
This is a closed cohort which began October 12th. If you’re interested in participating in our next session, or other upcoming youth programming, please reach out to Megan Miller, Director of Education and Programming: megan@connectionisthemedicine.com
Weaving Wisdom: An Intergenerational Gathering of Women
We all have a wise woman within, regardless of our age. Join us each month to share, learn, and be seen in an intergenerational circle of women. Our intention is to create a safe, non-judgmental space for genuine connection. We believe every generation brings unique gifts to the table, and when those gifts are shared with reverence and respect, we strengthen our bonds and grow a collective well of wisdom.
Red Thread: International Qigong Institute
To learn more, visit: https://redthreadinstitute.org/
Concentric Recovery Monthly Meetings
Community Offering - Free to attend
Join us in community as we combine physical practice with prompt-based discussion and connection around the central questions of addiction and recovery, with a focus on its social and spiritual dimensions.
No prior experience necessary. All bodies and levels are welcome.
Red Thread: International Qigong Institute
To learn more, visit: https://redthreadinstitute.org/
Sacred Brotherhood Conversations with Kyle Jason Leitzke
Sacred Brotherhood Conversations are open meetings for heart-centered men committed to self-leadership and fulfillment. The goal is to empower men in the Roaring Fork Valley with intentional connection, compassionate communication, emotional resilience, and a sense of fulfillment.
Red Thread: International Qigong Institute
To learn more, visit: https://redthreadinstitute.org/
Luminaries Teen Cohort: Rooted in Practice. Radiating Possibility
A 17-week journey for high school-aged teens of all gender identities to explore healing, connection, and purpose.
Through breathwork, meditation, yoga, sound alchemy, and more, teens gain tools to connect to truth, restore balance, and build lasting community.
This is a closed cohort which began October 12th. If you’re interested in participating in our next session, or other upcoming youth programming, please reach out to Megan Miller, Director of Education and Programming: megan@connectionisthemedicine.com
Red Thread: International Qigong Institute
To learn more, visit: https://redthreadinstitute.org/
Sound Journey with Dr. Zachary + Krista Cashin
Sound Journeys offer a deeply restorative, embodied experience - supporting both inner awareness and nervous system health. The vibrational frequencies gently engage the parasympathetic nervous system, helping to lower stress hormones and invite profound relaxation and deep presence. This is an opportunity to slow down, listen deeply, and experience sound as a pathway to balance, clarity, and renewed vitality.
These offerings tend to fill quickly—reserve your spot today!
Weaving Wisdom: An Intergenerational Gathering of Women
We all have a wise woman within, regardless of our age. Join us each month to share, learn, and be seen in an intergenerational circle of women. Our intention is to create a safe, non-judgmental space for genuine connection. We believe every generation brings unique gifts to the table, and when those gifts are shared with reverence and respect, we strengthen our bonds and grow a collective well of wisdom.
Luminaries Teen Cohort: Rooted in Practice. Radiating Possibility
A 17-week journey for high school-aged teens of all gender identities to explore healing, connection, and purpose.
Through breathwork, meditation, yoga, sound alchemy, and more, teens gain tools to connect to truth, restore balance, and build lasting community.
This is a closed cohort which began October 12th. If you’re interested in participating in our next session, or other upcoming youth programming, please reach out to Megan Miller, Director of Education and Programming: megan@connectionisthemedicine.com
Concentric Recovery Monthly Meetings
Community Offering - Free to attend
Join us in community as we combine physical practice with prompt-based discussion and connection around the central questions of addiction and recovery, with a focus on its social and spiritual dimensions.
No prior experience necessary. All bodies and levels are welcome.
TEEN INSIGHT I
Teen Insight I supports teens 14–18 in building a foundation for awakening their hearts, becoming more confident and trusting, and discovering what will support them in creating a life they love.
The seminar is joyful, and engaging, and moves quickly through a combination of games, short presentations, one-to-one exercises, small group activities, guided imagery processes, and sharing with the facilitators.
Sacred Brotherhood Conversations with Kyle Jason Leitzke
Sacred Brotherhood Conversations are open meetings for heart-centered men committed to self-leadership and fulfillment. The goal is to empower men in the Roaring Fork Valley with intentional connection, compassionate communication, emotional resilience, and a sense of fulfillment.
Red Thread: International Qigong Institute
To learn more, visit: https://redthreadinstitute.org/
Sound Journey with Dr. Zachary + Krista Cashin
Sound Journeys offer a deeply restorative, embodied experience - supporting both inner awareness and nervous system health. The vibrational frequencies gently engage the parasympathetic nervous system, helping to lower stress hormones and invite profound relaxation and deep presence. This is an opportunity to slow down, listen deeply, and experience sound as a pathway to balance, clarity, and renewed vitality.
These offerings tend to fill quickly—reserve your spot today!
Red Thread: International Qigong Institute
To learn more, visit: https://redthreadinstitute.org/
Red Thread: International Qigong Institute
To learn more, visit: https://redthreadinstitute.org/
Sound Journey with Dr. Zachary + Krista Cashin
Sound Journeys offer a deeply restorative, embodied experience - supporting both inner awareness and nervous system health. The vibrational frequencies gently engage the parasympathetic nervous system, helping to lower stress hormones and invite profound relaxation and deep presence. This is an opportunity to slow down, listen deeply, and experience sound as a pathway to balance, clarity, and renewed vitality.
These offerings tend to fill quickly—reserve your spot today!
Sacred Brotherhood Conversations with Kyle Jason Leitzke
Sacred Brotherhood Conversations are open meetings for heart-centered men committed to self-leadership and fulfillment. The goal is to empower men in the Roaring Fork Valley with intentional connection, compassionate communication, emotional resilience, and a sense of fulfillment.
Sacred Brotherhood Conversations with Kyle Jason Leitzke
Sacred Brotherhood Conversations are open meetings for heart-centered men committed to self-leadership and fulfillment. The goal is to empower men in the Roaring Fork Valley with intentional connection, compassionate communication, emotional resilience, and a sense of fulfillment.
Sound Journey with Dr. Zachary + Krista Cashin
Sound Journeys offer a deeply restorative, embodied experience - supporting both inner awareness and nervous system health. The vibrational frequencies gently engage the parasympathetic nervous system, helping to lower stress hormones and invite profound relaxation and deep presence. This is an opportunity to slow down, listen deeply, and experience sound as a pathway to balance, clarity, and renewed vitality.
These offerings tend to fill quickly—reserve your spot today!
Sacred Brotherhood Conversations with Kyle Jason Leitzke
Sacred Brotherhood Conversations are open meetings for heart-centered men committed to self-leadership and fulfillment. The goal is to empower men in the Roaring Fork Valley with intentional connection, compassionate communication, emotional resilience, and a sense of fulfillment.
Sound Journey with Dr. Zachary + Krista Cashin
Sound Journeys offer a deeply restorative, embodied experience - supporting both inner awareness and nervous system health. The vibrational frequencies gently engage the parasympathetic nervous system, helping to lower stress hormones and invite profound relaxation and deep presence. This is an opportunity to slow down, listen deeply, and experience sound as a pathway to balance, clarity, and renewed vitality.
These offerings tend to fill quickly—reserve your spot today!
Sacred Brotherhood Conversations with Kyle Jason Leitzke
Sacred Brotherhood Conversations are open meetings for heart-centered men committed to self-leadership and fulfillment. The goal is to empower men in the Roaring Fork Valley with intentional connection, compassionate communication, emotional resilience, and a sense of fulfillment.
Sound Journey with Dr. Zachary + Krista Cashin
Sound Journeys offer a deeply restorative, embodied experience - supporting both inner awareness and nervous system health. The vibrational frequencies gently engage the parasympathetic nervous system, helping to lower stress hormones and invite profound relaxation and deep presence. This is an opportunity to slow down, listen deeply, and experience sound as a pathway to balance, clarity, and renewed vitality.
These offerings tend to fill quickly—reserve your spot today!
Sacred Brotherhood Conversations with Kyle Jason Leitzke
Sacred Brotherhood Conversations are open meetings for heart-centered men committed to self-leadership and fulfillment. The goal is to empower men in the Roaring Fork Valley with intentional connection, compassionate communication, emotional resilience, and a sense of fulfillment.
Sound Journey with Dr. Zachary + Krista Cashin
Sound Journeys offer a deeply restorative, embodied experience - supporting both inner awareness and nervous system health. The vibrational frequencies gently engage the parasympathetic nervous system, helping to lower stress hormones and invite profound relaxation and deep presence. This is an opportunity to slow down, listen deeply, and experience sound as a pathway to balance, clarity, and renewed vitality.
These offerings tend to fill quickly—reserve your spot today!
Sound Journey with Dr. Zachary + Krista Cashin
Sound Journeys offer a deeply restorative, embodied experience - supporting both inner awareness and nervous system health. The vibrational frequencies gently engage the parasympathetic nervous system, helping to lower stress hormones and invite profound relaxation and deep presence. This is an opportunity to slow down, listen deeply, and experience sound as a pathway to balance, clarity, and renewed vitality.
These offerings tend to fill quickly—reserve your spot today!
Sacred Brotherhood Conversations with Kyle Jason Leitzke
Sacred Brotherhood Conversations are open meetings for heart-centered men committed to self-leadership and fulfillment. The goal is to empower men in the Roaring Fork Valley with intentional connection, compassionate communication, emotional resilience, and a sense of fulfillment.
Weaving Wisdom: An Intergenerational Gathering of Women
We all have a wise woman within, regardless of our age. Join us each month to share, learn, and be seen in an intergenerational circle of women. Our intention is to create a safe, non-judgmental space for genuine connection. We believe every generation brings unique gifts to the table, and when those gifts are shared with reverence and respect, we strengthen our bonds and grow a collective well of wisdom.
Sound Journey with Dr. Zachary + Krista Cashin
Sound Journeys offer a deeply restorative, embodied experience - supporting both inner awareness and nervous system health. The vibrational frequencies gently engage the parasympathetic nervous system, helping to lower stress hormones and invite profound relaxation and deep presence.
SOLD OUT: JANUARY 23RD WAITLIST
Please join us for the next Sound Journey with Dr. Zachary + Krista Cashin on February 6th.
These offerings tend to fill quickly—reserve your spot today!
Weekly Zen Meditation with Billy Wynne and Roaring Fork Zen
Monday morning meditations: 8am-9am | True Nature Kiva
Wednesday evening meditations: 7:30pm-8:30pm | True Nature Kiva
At Roaring Fork Zen, you will find:
Authentic Zen practice
Warm, inclusive community
Clear, encouraging guidance
Supportive space for silent meditation
Open-hearted, dogma-free inquiry
Cultivation of equanimity, clarity, and compassion
Roaring Fork Zen (RFZ) is a Zen meditation community based in Carbondale, Colorado. We offer free authentic Zen instruction and practice.
Pathfinders Breathwork
All are invited to join community breathwork opportunity offered in partnership with Pathfinders and facilitated by Allison Alexander. This complimentary offering is intended to create space for the purification of the heart through a trauma-aware breathwork meditation journey designed to support renewal, deepen connection and healing.
Luminaries Teen Cohort: Rooted in Practice. Radiating Possibility
A 17-week journey for high school-aged teens of all gender identities to explore healing, connection, and purpose.
Through breathwork, meditation, yoga, sound alchemy, and more, teens gain tools to connect to truth, restore balance, and build lasting community.
This is a closed cohort which began October 12th. If you’re interested in participating in our next session, or other upcoming youth programming, please reach out to Megan Miller, Director of Education and Programming: megan@connectionisthemedicine.com
A Call to Adventure with Erin McElroy
There comes a time when we pause to consider where we are, where we’re headed, and what is asking to change.
This day retreat offers dedicated space to meet that call with honesty and intention. It’s designed for anyone standing at the threshold of possibility—whether just dipping a toe in or fully immersed in change.
Join us for a day rich with intention and transformation:
Clarify your vision and the deeper purpose behind the next phase
Explore your inner motivations and fears to illuminate possibilities
Identify aligned next steps to move forward with clarity
Wherever you are on your path, this is an opportunity to meet change with awareness, courage, and openness.
CARE FOR CAREGIVERS
Caregivers, this one is for you.
If you’re feeling depleted, longing for a pause, or simply ready to receive, join us this January at the Hope Barn with the extraordinary Karla Miller. Allow yourself to rest, release, and renew through the transformative vibrations of sonic alchemy.
No experience necessary. No fee or proof of caregiving; this is open to anyone. Registration is required and space is limited to 20.
Sponsored by your friends at CASA, Lead with Love and Connection is the Medicine Foundation.
Weekly Zen Meditation with Billy Wynne and Roaring Fork Zen
Monday morning meditations: 8am-9am | True Nature Kiva
Wednesday evening meditations: 7:30pm-8:30pm | True Nature Kiva
At Roaring Fork Zen, you will find:
Authentic Zen practice
Warm, inclusive community
Clear, encouraging guidance
Supportive space for silent meditation
Open-hearted, dogma-free inquiry
Cultivation of equanimity, clarity, and compassion
Roaring Fork Zen (RFZ) is a Zen meditation community based in Carbondale, Colorado. We offer free authentic Zen instruction and practice.
Sacred Brotherhood Conversations with Kyle Jason Leitzke
Sacred Brotherhood Conversations are open meetings for heart-centered men committed to self-leadership and fulfillment. The goal is to empower men in the Roaring Fork Valley with intentional connection, compassionate communication, emotional resilience, and a sense of fulfillment.
Weekly Zen Meditation with Billy Wynne and Roaring Fork Zen
Monday morning meditations: 8am-9am | True Nature Kiva
Wednesday evening meditations: 7:30pm-8:30pm | True Nature Kiva
At Roaring Fork Zen, you will find:
Authentic Zen practice
Warm, inclusive community
Clear, encouraging guidance
Supportive space for silent meditation
Open-hearted, dogma-free inquiry
Cultivation of equanimity, clarity, and compassion
Roaring Fork Zen (RFZ) is a Zen meditation community based in Carbondale, Colorado. We offer free authentic Zen instruction and practice.
COSMIC Sound Journey with Danielle Klein
Join us for a deeply healing sound journey that soothes your nervous system, calms your mind and restores balance within. Through the vibrations of various sound healing instruments, you will be brought into a theta brainwave state, which activates your parasympathetic nervous system—your body’s natural ability to repair, restore and heal itself.
These often sell out, so be sure and secure your spot today!
NEW YEAR retreat
True Nature presents a three-day retreat which guides you through a deliberate journey to release what no longer serves, awaken your inner guidance, and set aligned intentions to carry you forward with focus, balance, and presence.
Through movement, ceremony, creativity, and reflection, you’ll leave behind 2025, tune into your own wisdom, and enter the new year fully grounded, heart-centered, and ready to thrive.
Weekly Zen Meditation with Billy Wynne and Roaring Fork Zen
Monday morning meditations: 8am-9am | True Nature Kiva
Wednesday evening meditations: 7:30pm-8:30pm | True Nature Kiva
At Roaring Fork Zen, you will find:
Authentic Zen practice
Warm, inclusive community
Clear, encouraging guidance
Supportive space for silent meditation
Open-hearted, dogma-free inquiry
Cultivation of equanimity, clarity, and compassion
Roaring Fork Zen (RFZ) is a Zen meditation community based in Carbondale, Colorado. We offer free authentic Zen instruction and practice.
Concentric Recovery Monthly Meetings
Community Offering - Free to attend
Join us in community as we combine physical practice with prompt-based discussion and connection around the central questions of addiction and recovery, with a focus on its social and spiritual dimensions.
No prior experience necessary. All bodies and levels are welcome.
Weekly Zen Meditation with Billy Wynne and Roaring Fork Zen
Monday morning meditations: 8am-9am | True Nature Kiva
Wednesday evening meditations: 7:30pm-8:30pm | True Nature Kiva
At Roaring Fork Zen, you will find:
Authentic Zen practice
Warm, inclusive community
Clear, encouraging guidance
Supportive space for silent meditation
Open-hearted, dogma-free inquiry
Cultivation of equanimity, clarity, and compassion
Roaring Fork Zen (RFZ) is a Zen meditation community based in Carbondale, Colorado. We offer free authentic Zen instruction and practice.
Luminaries Teen Cohort: Rooted in Practice. Radiating Possibility
A 17-week journey for high school-aged teens of all gender identities to explore healing, connection, and purpose.
Through breathwork, meditation, yoga, sound alchemy, and more, teens gain tools to connect to truth, restore balance, and build lasting community.
This is a closed cohort which began October 12th. If you’re interested in participating in our next session, or other upcoming youth programming, please reach out to Megan Miller, Director of Education and Programming: megan@connectionisthemedicine.com
Weaving Wisdom: An Intergenerational Gathering of Women
We all have a wise woman within, regardless of our age. Join us each month to share, learn, and be seen in an intergenerational circle of women. Our intention is to create a safe, non-judgmental space for genuine connection. We believe every generation brings unique gifts to the table, and when those gifts are shared with reverence and respect, we strengthen our bonds and grow a collective well of wisdom.
Weekly Zen Meditation with Billy Wynne and Roaring Fork Zen
Monday morning meditations: 8am-9am | True Nature Kiva
Wednesday evening meditations: 7:30pm-8:30pm | True Nature Kiva
At Roaring Fork Zen, you will find:
Authentic Zen practice
Warm, inclusive community
Clear, encouraging guidance
Supportive space for silent meditation
Open-hearted, dogma-free inquiry
Cultivation of equanimity, clarity, and compassion
Roaring Fork Zen (RFZ) is a Zen meditation community based in Carbondale, Colorado. We offer free authentic Zen instruction and practice.
New Year's Journey: Cacao + Sound with Danielle Klein
SOLD OUT: WAITLIST FOR 5PM SESSION
Our 5:00 pm session sold out quickly, and due to high demand, we’re excited to open an additional gathering!
Sunday, December 28th
2:45–4:15 pm: REGISTER NOW
NEW SESSION ADDED! - New Year's Journey: Cacao + Sound with Danielle Klein
Our 5:00 pm session sold out quickly, and due to high demand, we’re excited to open an additional gathering!
Sunday, December 28 | 2:45–4:15 pm
Close out 2025 with an immersive afternoon of release, reflection, and renewal. Through gentle movement, breathwork, ceremonial cacao, and a crystal bowl and gong sound journey, you’ll clear space for new beginnings and step into 2026 feeling grounded, aligned, and inspired.
Space is limited, and this offering is expected to fill quickly!
Weekly Zen Meditation with Billy Wynne and Roaring Fork Zen
Monday morning meditations: 8am-9am | True Nature Kiva
Wednesday evening meditations: 7:30pm-8:30pm | True Nature Kiva
At Roaring Fork Zen, you will find:
Authentic Zen practice
Warm, inclusive community
Clear, encouraging guidance
Supportive space for silent meditation
Open-hearted, dogma-free inquiry
Cultivation of equanimity, clarity, and compassion
Roaring Fork Zen (RFZ) is a Zen meditation community based in Carbondale, Colorado. We offer free authentic Zen instruction and practice.
Luminaries Teen Cohort: Rooted in Practice. Radiating Possibility
A 17-week journey for high school-aged teens of all gender identities to explore healing, connection, and purpose.
Through breathwork, meditation, yoga, sound alchemy, and more, teens gain tools to connect to truth, restore balance, and build lasting community.
This is a closed cohort which began October 12th. If you’re interested in participating in our next session, or other upcoming youth programming, please reach out to Megan Miller, Director of Education and Programming: megan@connectionisthemedicine.com
CARE FOR CAREGIVERS
Are you someone who is feeling a little depleted and could use some love and support?
Join us for a nurturing 90 minutes of light movement, meditation, breathing and sharing brought to you by skilled facilitators called to care for caregivers like you!
No experience necessary. No fee or proof of caregiving; this is open to anyone. Registration is required and space is limited to 20.
Sponsored by your friends at CASA, Lead with Love and Connection is the Medicine Foundation.
Weekly Zen Meditation with Billy Wynne and Roaring Fork Zen
Monday morning meditations: 8am-9am | True Nature Kiva
Wednesday evening meditations: 7:30pm-8:30pm | True Nature Kiva
At Roaring Fork Zen, you will find:
Authentic Zen practice
Warm, inclusive community
Clear, encouraging guidance
Supportive space for silent meditation
Open-hearted, dogma-free inquiry
Cultivation of equanimity, clarity, and compassion
Roaring Fork Zen (RFZ) is a Zen meditation community based in Carbondale, Colorado. We offer free authentic Zen instruction and practice.
Concentric Recovery Monthly Meetings
Community Offering
Join us in community as we combine physical practice with prompt-based discussion and connection around the central questions of addiction and recovery, with a focus on its social and spiritual dimensions.
No prior experience necessary. All bodies and levels are welcome.
Weekly Zen Meditation with Billy Wynne and Roaring Fork Zen
Monday morning meditations: 8am-9am | True Nature Kiva
Wednesday evening meditations: 7:30pm-8:30pm | True Nature Kiva
At Roaring Fork Zen, you will find:
Authentic Zen practice
Warm, inclusive community
Clear, encouraging guidance
Supportive space for silent meditation
Open-hearted, dogma-free inquiry
Cultivation of equanimity, clarity, and compassion
Roaring Fork Zen (RFZ) is a Zen meditation community based in Carbondale, Colorado. We offer free authentic Zen instruction and practice.
Meet the Mystery: An Introduction to Altered States with Erin McElroy
If you are curious about exploring altered states, this is a wonderful way to taste the experience from an empowered place. This is a practice and a journey for healing, transformation, and empowered wellbeing.
You will have the opportunity to be held in a safe space for this collective and empowering experience. You will also have time to ask questions and share insight. This experience is inclusive for all levels of experience with altered or psychedelic states.
Mindset Matters: Aligning Intention with Action to Create a Powerful You
Setting intentions is a powerful wellness practice that enhances mental health, supports positive mindsets, and fosters purpose.
Join Holistic Health and Mindset Coach Kat Libby for an interactive workshop that explores the transformational power intention setting can have on our relationship with our body, our health and our deepest selves.
Leave feeling grounded, connected and aligned with your intentions to live your healthiest, fullest, most empowered life.
Weekly Zen Meditation with Billy Wynne and Roaring Fork Zen
Monday morning meditations: 8am-9am | True Nature Kiva
Wednesday evening meditations: 7:30pm-8:30pm | True Nature Kiva
At Roaring Fork Zen, you will find:
Authentic Zen practice
Warm, inclusive community
Clear, encouraging guidance
Supportive space for silent meditation
Open-hearted, dogma-free inquiry
Cultivation of equanimity, clarity, and compassion
Roaring Fork Zen (RFZ) is a Zen meditation community based in Carbondale, Colorado. We offer free authentic Zen instruction and practice.
Sacred Brotherhood Conversations with Kyle Jason Leitzke
Sacred Brotherhood Conversations are open meetings for heart-centered men committed to self-leadership and fulfillment. The goal is to empower men in the Roaring Fork Valley with intentional connection, compassionate communication, emotional resilience, and a sense of fulfillment.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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It is recommended to arrive 15 minutes prior to event start time to check in and get settled. Many scheduled events have a rigid start time to create the sanctity of the container and respect each participants’ experience. Late entrance to an event or program is not admitted.
Please do not arrive to any event or program under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
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True Nature Healing Arts reserves the right to cancel an event or program at any time. If TNHA cancels an event or program, you will receive a full refund. Some programs may have special cancellation policies; see individual workshop descriptions.
Unless otherwise stated within program descriptions:
Refunds are available (less a $10 processing fee) up to 24 hours before the beginning of the event or program.
No refunds will be granted within the 24 hour period before the program or event.
Tickets are transferable to other guests at any point prior to the event with approval from the Event Manager.
No credit or refund is available if you cancel attendance after the event; if you do not show up on time, or at all; or if you leave an event early for any reason. No refund will be available if you attend a program and are dissatisfied with its presentation or content.
For further questions, please direct to Megan Miller at megan@truenaturehealingarts.com
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The views and opinions expressed by facilitators during True Nature and Connection is the Medicine Foundation events, discussions, or any related activities are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of True Nature or the Foundation. We are committed to providing a platform for diverse perspectives and open dialogue, and the words of facilitators should be understood as their individual viewpoints. Any information or advice shared by facilitators is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as official statements or endorsements by True Nature or the Connection is the Medicine Foundation. Participants are encouraged to critically evaluate and form their own opinions based on their own judgment and understanding. True Nature assumes no responsibility for the content shared by facilitators and disclaims any liability arising from the use or reliance on such content.
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