On Campus Kripalu Experience Program Nature & Earth-Based Wisdom Kripalu Outdoors Birding and mindfulness Katie Hagel Dale Abrams See all presenters The Meditative Joy of BirdwatchingJoin Kripalu faculty member Katie Hagel and a Mass Audubon staff naturalist as they take you outside to enjoy the meditative joys of birdwatching.Copresented by Kripalu and Mass Audubon, this popular program—offered at Kripalu since 2015!—invites you to:Understand how observing birds in nature shares many qualities with mindfulness.Soothe the mind through focused awareness and calm observation.Connect to the world and yourself in profound new ways.Come hike the lovely trails and explore the serene waterways of Kripalu's campus and the Pleasant Valley Sanctuary in Lenox, Massachusetts. We just might encounter great blue herons, woodpeckers, and bald eagles along the way! What to Bring Spring and Summer Light, breathable layersT-shirts and loose-fitting long sleeved shirtsShorts and/or long pantsSturdy closed-toe walking/light hiking shoesRain jacket and/or windbreakerHat Fall and Winter Thermal underwear (wool or synthetic)Thin to thick layers of clothingWinter jacket and/or rain jacketWind pants and/or snow pantsHiking boots or insulated winter bootsGloves/mittens; scarf; warm hat Indoor Slip-on shoes for inside the building and in shared bathroomsClothes for yogaSneakers or aerobic shoesSports braComfortable pants/shorts for fitness classes Other • Water bottle• Small day pack/waist pack• Sunglasses• Sunscreen• Insect repellent• Bathrobe for sauna area (optional) Included In Your Stay 10+ Daily Yoga Classes 3 Nutritious Meals a Day Access to the Kripalu Grounds Schedule OPENING DAY2:00 pmCheck-in begins4:45–6:00Kripalu Yoga class5:30–7:30Dinner7:30–9:00Program SessionDAILY6:30–7:45 amKripalu Yoga class7:30–9:00Silent Breakfast9:00–11:30Program Session11:30–1:30 pmLunch1:30–4:00Program Session4:45–6:00Kripalu Yoga class5:30–7:30DinnerCLOSING DAY6:30–7:45 amKripalu Yoga class7:30–9:00Silent Breakfast9:00–11:00Program Session11:30–1:30 pmLunch and DeparturePlease note: Rooms are ready by 4:00 pm. You may store your bags in the Luggage Room until your room is available. On the day of departure, room check-out time is 10:00 am—you may remain on campus and take part in workshops until 2:00 pm. Actual times and schedules may vary; please see the Guest Boards or the schedule provided upon check-in for details and room locations. FAQs What are your accommodations? From private rooms to community-style dorms, our accommodations are intentionally simple—designed to help you unplug and feel grounded. Whether you're seeking solitude or connection, we offer a variety of options to support your stay.View All Accommodations What’s included in my overnight stay? Registering for any Kripalu on campus experience includes three daily meals, daily yoga, and movement classes, and access to the Kripalu grounds and other amenities: including Healing Arts, the Shop, the Cafe, and our grounds. Plan My Visit Can I book for me and another person? Online booking is available for 1–2 guests. Please select the appropriate booking button on the program page. Do you have a waitlist if my preferred program is full? Yes. If a program is full, you may add yourself to the waitlist or by contacting registration@kripalu.org. If space becomes available, we’ll contact you in the order received. Where do I go to see all programs offered at Kripalu? For a full view of programs, visit our experiences page.Explore All Programming Presenter(s) Katie Hagel Faculty Read Bio Dale Abrams Presenter Read Bio Book Now April 28–May 1, 2026 Starting at $399 Per person, plus accommodations BOOK NOW (1 ADULT)BOOK NOW (2 ADULTS) View our accommodationsView our cancellation policy Jump To... Overview What to Bring Included In Your Stay Schedule FAQs Presenter(s)
Spring and Summer Light, breathable layersT-shirts and loose-fitting long sleeved shirtsShorts and/or long pantsSturdy closed-toe walking/light hiking shoesRain jacket and/or windbreakerHat
Fall and Winter Thermal underwear (wool or synthetic)Thin to thick layers of clothingWinter jacket and/or rain jacketWind pants and/or snow pantsHiking boots or insulated winter bootsGloves/mittens; scarf; warm hat
Indoor Slip-on shoes for inside the building and in shared bathroomsClothes for yogaSneakers or aerobic shoesSports braComfortable pants/shorts for fitness classes
Other • Water bottle• Small day pack/waist pack• Sunglasses• Sunscreen• Insect repellent• Bathrobe for sauna area (optional)
What are your accommodations? From private rooms to community-style dorms, our accommodations are intentionally simple—designed to help you unplug and feel grounded. Whether you're seeking solitude or connection, we offer a variety of options to support your stay.View All Accommodations
What’s included in my overnight stay? Registering for any Kripalu on campus experience includes three daily meals, daily yoga, and movement classes, and access to the Kripalu grounds and other amenities: including Healing Arts, the Shop, the Cafe, and our grounds. Plan My Visit
Can I book for me and another person? Online booking is available for 1–2 guests. Please select the appropriate booking button on the program page.
Do you have a waitlist if my preferred program is full? Yes. If a program is full, you may add yourself to the waitlist or by contacting registration@kripalu.org. If space becomes available, we’ll contact you in the order received.
Where do I go to see all programs offered at Kripalu? For a full view of programs, visit our experiences page.Explore All Programming
April 28–May 1, 2026 Starting at $399 Per person, plus accommodations BOOK NOW (1 ADULT)BOOK NOW (2 ADULTS) View our accommodationsView our cancellation policy
On Campus Feb 27, 2026 - Mar 1, 2026 Mind, Body, Spirit, Food Cooking as a spiritual practice Nicki Sizemore
Online Scholarships Feb 27, 2026 - Apr 26, 2026 Mindful Outdoor Guide Certification, Level 1 Forest Community Micah Mortali Katie Hagel Dale Abrams
On Campus Kripalu Experience Program Weekend Format Mar 20, 2026 - Mar 22, 2026 Kripalu Outdoors Nature connection, hiking, and yoga Katie Hagel Tracy Foster
On Campus Weekend Format Apr 10, 2026 - Apr 12, 2026 Kripalu Presents: Entangled Life Science, spirit, and the living world Merlin Sheldrake Micah Mortali
On Campus Apr 16, 2026 - Apr 19, 2026 An Introduction to Shamanism Learn to journey Kathleen Duggan Nancy MacPhee
On Campus Kripalu Experience Program Apr 20, 2026 - Apr 24, 2026 Spring Ayurveda Retreat Energize, lighten, and enliven Emilie Reid Erin Casperson
On Campus Apr 24, 2026 - Apr 26, 2026 Indigenous Wisdom Empowering your spiritual path Shawn Stevens Shannon Chada
On Campus May 12, 2026 - May 15, 2026 Mindful Mushroom Foraging to Welcome Spring Forge a deeper connection to nature and yourself with morels Micah Mortali Tertius Bune
On Campus Weekend Format May 22, 2026 - May 25, 2026 Embodying Spring Somatic herbalism, shamanic tea meditations, and nature connection Marysia Miernowska
On Campus Kripalu Experience Program May 26, 2026 - May 29, 2026 Kripalu Outdoors Mindful archery retreat Micah Mortali
On Campus Kripalu Experience Program Weekend Format Jun 12, 2026 - Jun 14, 2026 Kripalu Outdoors Hiking, kayaking, and yoga Ami Jean Aubin Tracy Foster