A Gay Men's Summer Camp: Reclaiming the Wild Heart (Mt. Shasta Gay Men's Summer Camp)
Mount Shasta, CA, United States - Date 08/12/2026
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
A members-only gathering for a small circle of gay men (8–14 participants) seeking authenticity, mindfulness, and reconnection with the living world, anchored by the sacred energy of Mount Shasta. The days move fluidly between stillness and adventure: forest walks, mountain swims, athletic and grounding hikes to waterfalls, drinking springs, alpine meadows, and natural lakes. Ceremonial life is woven throughout, with opening and closing fire circles, sacred sound bowl healing, and quiet rest beneath the trees. Participants learn from the land itself through a medicinal plant walk and wild foraging on the private sanctuary. Restorative downtime is built in via the infrared sauna, outdoor soaking tub, and sun deck.
ACCOMMODATION
Hosted on private land at "The Sanctuary" (also referred to as Guru Sanctuary) — a Private Membership Association forested sanctuary in Mt. Shasta with eco-rustic lodging. Bed categories include Private Suite, Private Room or Cottage, Shared Room or Cottage, and Shared Glamping. Shared spaces include an infrared sauna, outdoor soaking tub, sun deck, fire-circle area, and surrounding forest trails on the private sanctuary grounds.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- 5-day / 4-night stay on private forested sanctuary land
- Farm-to-table meals by a local chef
- Ceremonies and healing sessions (fire circle, sacred sound bowl healing, medicinal plant walk)
- Guided hikes, nature immersion, and access to infrared sauna + outdoor soaking tub
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
- Airport transportation and flights to and from the retreat
- Travel insurance and any personal expenses
- Optional add-ons or services discussed on the discovery call
ABOUT THE ORGANIZER
hosted by Stephen Michael (also referenced as Stephen Baldonado), founder of Sacred Way Wellness and the soul behind The Sanctuary in Mount Shasta, California. He is a land steward, natural herbalist, energy worker, and lifelong nature devotee who has dedicated his life to cultivating land and sacred space where people can reconnect with the Earth and their higher selves. Based in the powerful energy fields of Mount Shasta, Stephen has been leading sacred retreats and gatherings that blend ancient wisdom with grounded, embodied hospitality. His philosophy centers on the belief that healing happens most naturally when we align with the rhythms of the Earth and the simplicity of presence — that the land itself is a teacher.
