Okanagan Retreat

We will gather at a stunning log cabin situated on a working cattle ranch. Surrounded by 640 acres of crown government range, the property offers complete privacy and is nestled near the serene Kettle River and Jolly Creek. The lodge is a spacious, custom-built, 5,000-square-foot log home featuring large communal areas, an outdoor firepit, and expansive grasslands. A sauna is available for rent, adding to the retreat’s amenities. We can accommodate up to 15 guests with five queen beds, a bunk bed, and the option to sleep in the ceremony space.

Jeremy is a passionate musician and sound healer with a BA in Music from Carleton University and over 20 years of experience exploring the transformative power of sound. His journey includes training in throat singing with Tibetan monks, studying the science of sound, and teaching at colleges and universities across Canada.

Since 2010, Jeremy has worked with Ayahuasca, immersing himself in the ancient art of Traditional Shipibo Medicine from the Amazon Jungle. Upon hearing his first Ikaro, he committed to mastering this profound healing tradition.

Throughout the year, Jeremy offers ceremonies, sound healing journeys, Kirtan Circles, and private healing sessions, weaving powerful vibrations into every experience. A skilled multi-instrumentalist, his repertoire includes crystal singing bowls, Tibetan metal bowls, vocal over-toning, gongs, drums, flutes, guitar, and piano.

Jeremy currently resides with his family in the beautiful mountains of British Columbia, continuing to share his gifts of music and healing.

Zahara Star's healing journey began with a near-death experience that awakened her consciousness to divine love.

She bridges ancient wisdom and modern understanding to guide others toward healing, transformation, and wholeness.

With deep reverence for the Earth and a heart attuned to cosmic rhythms, Zahara helps clients integrate unhelpful patterns affecting mental, emotional, and physical well-being, fostering a more conscious way of living.

As an experienced plant medicine facilitator, she guides seekers through transformative experiences with sacred plants and sound, cultivating profound connection with the natural world.

Through her gifts as a light language channel and diviner, Zahara provides insights that illuminate spiritual paths with clarity and grace.

How do I get to the location?
The lodge is located approximately 45 km from Osoyoos. On Highway 3, headed East toward Rock Creek, You will pass Johnstone Creek Provincial Campground on your right, and it will be your next left on Johnstone Creek East Road (watch for small green street sign) and number 1810. If coming from Rock Creek, we are approximately 6-7 km out of Rock Creek.
How do I prepare?
Preparing for ayahuasca entails approximately 2 weeks of monastic-style spiritual, psychological, and physical preparation. This includes a particular list of foods to eliminate from your diet, as well as certain consumptive patterns and exposures to avoid such as alcohol, drugs, porn, coffee, sugars, etc. Upon registering, you will receive a detailed guideline for your Ayahuasca preparation protocol. You can always reach out to Jeremy directly for more clarification around this.
What is the practitioner to participant ratio?
Our retreat ensures personalized support with a ratio of two ceremony facilitators for our small group of 10-13 participants.
What is your refund policy?
Due to high costs of facilitating retreats, we cannot not offer refunds. In the event where you can no longer come, we will place your funds toward future retreats or online offerings by Athena or Jeremy, of which there are many.