In the Heart of the Woods: A Day of Silence

Saturday, October 25, 2025
Camp Bratton Green | Canton, Mississippi

Step away from the noise of daily life and enter the quiet refuge of nature. In the Heart of the Woods is a daylong silent retreat dedicated to stillness, mindfulness, and the simple beauty of being present. Surrounded by forest and open sky, we will alternate between periods of sitting and walking meditation, supported by guidance, mindful meals, and a Dharma talk offered in the afternoon.

This retreat invites participants to slow down, listen deeply, and reconnect with the natural ease of the heart and mind. The teachings offered throughout the day will draw on timeless Buddhist principles of awareness, compassion, and balance—qualities that support a meaningful and grounded life.

You may choose to attend as a day participant on Saturday, or stay onsite for the full weekend experience. Those staying overnight will enjoy evening meditation and morning practice in community, along with simple, nourishing meals and shared silence.

Limited Private Rooms Available

All are welcome. No prior meditation experience is necessary—only a willingness to rest, breathe, and be.

The Schedule:

Friday Oct 24 3-5 pm

Check in arrive, unpack and orient to space

6 pm Dinner

730 group welcome discussion and meditation

Saturday Oct 25

630 am morning sit

700 am breakfast

800 am day time arrival and check in

830 am welcome and orientation for all day time attendees arrive

900 sitting

930 walking

1000 sitting

1030 walking

1100 sitting

1130 walking

1200 pm lunch

1230 walking

100 sitting

130 walking

200 sitting

230 walking

300 sitting

330 walking

400 dharma talk Paul Pappas- 10 Parami

430 group discussion - daytime departure or stay for dinner and depart

530 dinner

700 evening sit

730 walk

800 sitting

830 bed or further practice

Sunday Oct 26

630 am sit

700 breakfast

830 sitting

900 walk

930 sitting

1000 closing clean up and depart

Any questions, please call or text Beth Herzig 601-918-8510

In the Heart of the Woods: A Day of Silence

A quiet day of mindfulness and reflection in the beauty of nature