Suggested Packing Lists
Overnight Stays or Retreats
- Comfortable, neutral clothing
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Bowing robe & kasa (if you own one or both) or dharma teacher robes (if applicable)
- Personal kneeling bench or cushion (if desired)
- Slippers (outside shoes cannot be worn inside buildings)
- Water bottle
- Earplugs
- Bathroom caddy for toiletries
- Shampoo, conditioner, styling gel, hair-brushes, combs & other personal care products
- Odorless Ben Gay
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, & dental floss
- Feminine hygiene products
- Shaving cream & razors
- Prescription medication
- OTC pain killers and cold remedies
- Vitamins & supplements
- Flashlight (if staying at monastery or the Hermitage)
- Petty cash for emergency shopping
Additional Items – Summer
- Cortisone cream, poison ivy soap/treatment
- Sunblock
- Insect repellent (please avoid highly scented products)
- Long Retreats: Rain gear, hat, shoes and clothes suitable for outside walking & work
Additional Items – Winter
- COVID Test
- Long underwear (tops and bottoms)
- Warm hat, coat & gloves
- Long Retreats: Insulated, waterproof boots, extra socks, rain gear, and other clothing suitable for outside walking & work
Additional Items
Temple Stays or Self-Guided Retreats Only
- Yoga accessories (e.g. blocks or straps)
- A book you’ve been wanting to read
- Crafting materials or art supplies
- Technology-free tools such as journals, sketchbooks, planners or printed reflection materials
We encourage unplugging from your devices to maximize the benefit of your stay with us. Silent retreats are technology-free.