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A space to return to what is essential We invite you to take part in a ritual gathering for men, created for those who feel the call to pause, breathe, and reconnect with their inner strength in a safe and authentic space. We gather in the forest, around the grandfather fire, to share ceremonial cacao and form a circle of presence, listening, and brotherhood. This is not a workshop, nor a talk, nor a “self-improvement” experience. It is a living space of encounter, where each man is welcome exactly as he is. There are no hierarchies here, no masks to wear. Only men walking their own path, supported by the strength of the circle. **Who is this gathering for?** * This circle is open to men who: * Seek a more honest connection with themselves. * Feel the desire to inhabit their masculinity with greater awareness and maturity. * Value silence, authentic speech, and presence. * Wish to experience brotherhood beyond competition or judgment. * Are willing to listen and to be listened to. * No previous experience with circles, rituals, or spiritual practices is required. Only a willingness to be present. **What we will experience together** During this gathering of approximately two hours, we will move through simple yet profound practices, guided with care and clarity: * Ceremonial Cacao Circle, Cacao as a heart medicine, supporting openness, listening, and authentic expression. * Sacred Fire, The grandfather fire as the center of the gathering, witness to our intentions and processes. * Meditation and Presence, Moments of silence and inner connection, held by the group. * Talking Circle, A safe space to share from truth, without advice or judgment. * Connection with Nature: The forest as a living temple that reminds us of what truly matters. * Expression and Rhythm: An optional moment of music, song, or percussion to integrate the experience. Each gathering honors the energy of conscious masculinity, integrating strength and sensitivity, direction and openness. **Practical information** Duration: Approximately 2 hours Location: Forests of Zurich (The exact location is shared after registration) Energy exchange: Single ticket: 30 CHF Brothers ticket (2 people): 50 CHF Places are limited to preserve the quality and intimacy of the circle. **What to bring** * A cup for ceremonial cacao * A water bottle * Wood for the fire * An offering for the altar (fruit, seeds, a photo, or something that represents love and gratitude) * Notebook and pen * Musical instrument (optional) * Comfortable, warm clothing for outdoor conditions * Something light to eat after the gathering * We recommend fasting for at least 2 hours beforehand, as we will be working with ceremonial cacao. * A held and conscious space * This gathering is held with respect, confidentiality, and presence. Everything shared in the circle remains within the circle. The use of alcohol or other substances before or during the gathering is not permitted. **Reserve your place** 👉 [https://www.mama-cacao.ch](https://www.mama-cacao.ch/) **Upon registration you will receive:** Please join our group, to kwon the location and ask any question you have Men’s WhatsApp Group [https://chat.whatsapp.com/IslQaOq9plTGv6fFNRTRE9](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IslQaOq9plTGv6fFNRTRE9) Mama Cacao Community WhatsApp Group [https://chat.whatsapp.com/CbTg7sUdnB35gLX6jILEGS](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CbTg7sUdnB35gLX6jILEGS) Telegram Channel [https://t.me/+5Bu537lvzWplZjNk](https://t.me/+5Bu537lvzWplZjNk) Newsletter [https://www.mama-cacao.ch/contact-7](https://www.mama-cacao.ch/contact-7) This space is supported by **Dharma Collective**, with hearts aligned in support of the **Chakana Project**.

✨ Women’s Creative & Emotional Recharge Meetup ✨ Join us for a cozy and inspiring gathering designed for women who want to connect, relax, and grow in a supportive atmosphere. What’s waiting for you: • Gentle watercolor painting — no experience needed, just enjoy the flow • An engaging talk about emotions and mental balance, with practical insights you can use in daily life • Simple tools to strengthen emotional awareness, resilience, and self-understanding • Light social games and conversations to connect naturally with other women • A calm, joyful space to unwind, express yourself, and recharge your energy This meetup is about slowing down, learning something new about yourself, and enjoying creativity and connection — all in a relaxed, pressure-free environment. Come as you are. Leave feeling lighter, inspired, and more connected. We’d love to see you there!

Hike near Zürich „Sihlwald hiking trail – Sihlwald forest trail loop from Horgen“ Brief description: Once we arrive at the train station at the starting point near Lake Zürich, we leave the village behind and climb steadily through the forest. Once we reach the ridge, we make a detour to a lookout point from which we can see Lake Zug. We then hike along the well-maintained path along the ridge for some time until we reach Albishorn. Once there, we slowly and steadily descend back towards the starting point. Komoot Link -> [Sihlwald hiking trail](https://www.komoot.com/de-de/invite-tour/2806258787?code=2ngv22-sOPt0nZiGoyvvpWBuv7qoQB0nM5hDR0gYFROQmLpRCo&ref=wtd&share_token=aQtmXqBbKYqvMqVTcZx803Mg6qX77DWBeWqb9yHOIaymFFxcY8) **Key data** Length: 16,6 km Ascent: 750 m Descent: 750 m Duration without breaks: approx. 5:30 hours Technical difficulty: according to Komoot SAC T1 with a short T2 section “Difficult hike. Very good physical condition required. Mostly easily accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.” **Arrival and departure** Meeting point: 8:40 Zürich HB under the blue angel 8:51 Departure from Zürich with the S24 towards Zug 9:14 Start of hike in Horgen Oberdorf Return journey expected around 16:00 from Horgen **Breaks** A short break is planned approximately every hour. After two/three hours, there will be a slightly longer break for lunch. In the afternoon, we can stop for coffee/hot chocolate at a restaurant on the Albishorn. Please bring enough food with you for lunch. **Disclaimer** **Important Notice** This is **NOT a guided tour**, but an informal meetup of individuals acting on their own responsibility. Participation is at your own risk. Each participant is solely responsible for: * assessing the requirements and difficulty of the hike, * evaluating their own fitness and capabilities, * ensuring adequate equipment (boots, clothing, etc.) and sufficient insurance coverage, * checking the weather forecast in advance. In case professional rescue services are required, each participant will be responsible for the costs. The organizer accepts no responsibility for any injuries, accidents, or death that may result directly or indirectly from this event. The organizer does not warrant the accuracy or completeness of the hike description. By joining this hike, you agree to the terms stated above. **Image license (example image, not from the tour)** Designed by Freepik – www.freepik.com (Name: wilder-pfad-durch-wald)

**JOIN OUR SISTER’S BLISS ON WOMEN’S DAY** Come together with **Forest Bathing,** **Picnic in Community, Feminine Yoga Nidra, Yoni Shakti Women’s Yoga,** a heart opening **Cacao Ceremony, Musical Movement** and a supportive **Sharing Circle**. We reconnect deeply to our **womb space** as a force of **creativity and vitality**. We share our lived experiences of cyclical living returning us to our deepest power and wisdom. We heal and uplift ourselves by listening to each other in a safe and supportive space. With Myriam Bartu and Nicole Toth At Zurich Dynamic Yoga Academy in Thalwil, Gewerbestrasse 24 Contribution: 80 chf **Women’s Day Reconnection Day Sunday 8th March, 11am-5pm meeting at the** Dynamic Yoga Academy in Thalwil Forest bathing, yoga nidra, sound healing, meditation, nature immersion, cacao ceremony, singing, dance , sharing circle and sisterhood to ignite your femininity, vitality, intuition, and life flow. **When:** Sunday, 08.03.26 11am -5pm **Where**: Dynamic Yoga Academy in Thalwil and in Nature **Contribution:** 80 Chf (if money is an issue please talk to us) **Sign Up:** Please use this form for participation [https://share.formgrid.com/HnTuTJMbd0qyE0dl](https://share.formgrid.com/HnTuTJMbd0qyE0dl) In Collaboration with **Myriam Bartu** [https://www.reconnectionrest.org/](https://www.reconnectionrest.org/) we look forward to welcoming you to join our **Women's Day Sisters Gathering**. We meet at **Zurich Dynamic Yoga Academy, Gewerbestrasse 24, Thalwil,** for a welcome circle. We then flow with the weather, and when possible we share a forest walk in the beautiful forest nearby, nature connection practices. We share a picnic in community, outdoors or in the studio depending on the weather. In our cosy studio we share nourishing yoni shakti practices, yoga nidra and uplifting mantra singing with lots of space for meaningful connection and sharing. **Sister Circle's** are about slowing down, presence, healing, peace, uplift and togetherness. Looking forward to sharing this **sacred space** with you dear women. Feel free to reach out to us at any case. **Much Love Nicole and Myriam** www.heartfulawakening.com

Welcome cold lovers! We have been practising cold water plunges for over 4 years. We believe in the benefits of cold water exposure. The feeling you get after the swim is magnificent, it makes you feel alive. We have started this group to safely experience the cold water together. We motivate each other, do active warmup exercises, and also share our life stories with a warm coffee/tea afterwards. The event is every Sunday at 11:30, we meet at the Mythenquai Badi entrance no matter the weather. Take along: a large towel, comfortable bathing suit, flip-flops, and warm clothes (hat, gloves, etc). If you’re planning swimming out take along a bright swim buoy. The event is Free. IMPORTANT: Every participant takes responsibility for themselves when attending this event. Before attempting cold water exposure, individuals with health conditions (e.g., heart problems or hypertension) should seek advice from a healthcare professional. Safely acclimating the body to cold temperatures requires preparation and gradual exposure.

Join us for a peaceful and uplifting Sunday afternoon at the Zurich Krishna Temple’s traditional Sunday Feast 🌸 Every Sunday, the temple hosts a vibrant cultural and spiritual gathering featuring mantra meditation, devotional music, wisdom talks, and a generous vegetarian/vegan feast. It’s a beautiful opportunity to experience Bhakti-yoga culture, connect with like-minded people, and enjoy a warm community atmosphere. Our Plan We’ll meet at St. Gallen train station at 10.45am and leave together by taking the 10.58am Train to Zurich. From Zurich station, we’ll walk as a group to the temple but you can also take public transport if you prefer that and then we can rejoin at the temple. They also serve lunch for everyone from 1-2pm which we plan to join as well. About the Sunday Feast The program typically includes: • Mantra singing & bhajans (devotional music) • Spiritual lecture & discussion • Traditional temple ceremony • Guided meditation • Large vegetarian/vegan buffet feast The festival begins at the temple from 3:00 PM and continues into the evening. 📍 Location: Krishna Temple Zurich Bergstrasse 54, 8032 Zürich Who should come? Everyone is welcome (irrespective of religious/spiritual background) — whether you’re curious about Bhakti yoga philosophy or simply want to enjoy meaningful community time and great food. Disclaimer This Meetup is a casual group visit. We are not the organisers of the Sunday Feast — the event itself is hosted by the Zurich Krishna Temple. We’re simply attending together as a group from St. Gallen. Feel free to bring friends, comfortable walking shoes, and an open mind

To celebrate International Women's Day on March 8th, I'm organizing a Girls Walk in the afternoon at 5:15 PM. From 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM, you can enjoy a delicious prosecco, wine, or tea with snacks. A Girls-only Pilates group will also start at 6:30 PM. Sign up and join the group chat in the description if you’re interested. Pilates has 8 spots and for the walk there are unlimited spots. I hope to see you soon. 🎀 📍Frauentalweg 16, Zurich (Reactics studio) 🕔 17:15 - 18:00 Girls Afternoon Walk Together ☀️ 🕕 18:00 - 18:30 Tea with Girls Together 🕣 18:30 - 19:20 Pilates Girls only 💕 How it works: We’ll meet at Reactics studio. You can drop off your bag there. If you don't want to exchange clothes, you can also come and have a nice walk, wine, prosecco or cup of tea with snacks and girls talk. For the Clothes Swap: Bring clothes you'd like to swap and a large towel to the studio. I'll create a chat before the event starts with a size poll so you know what to expect. I'm expecting sizes XS, S, and M. There will be a clothes swap from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM, and at 7:30 PM, I'll start with a Pilates class on the mat for all levels. There are plenty of Pilates mats in the studio, so you don't need to bring your own. The large towel is for the clothes swap. 👚👙👗 Please remove your shoes at the studio entrance. Whatsapp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JuYk8RqeSmh8ArmHjEPZsB?mode=gi_t Tickets: https://eventfrog.ch/de/p/sport-fitness/yoga/clothes-swap-pilates-7430941225711104518.html

Food is one of the most meaningful ways to experience culture — and Ethiopian cuisine is rooted in community, tradition, and bold, layered flavors. Join the Global Food & Culture group as we gather at Enatye Ethiopian Restaurant to explore traditional dishes served on injera. If you’re open to sharing, we can create a few shared platters so everyone can sample a variety of dishes — but individual ordering is perfectly fine too. Enatye is a small restaurant and does not make reservations so they recommended the 2-4 pm time frame. We’re initially capping this at 12 guests to keep the experience comfortable and conversational. If interest is strong and the restaurant can accommodate, we may open additional spots. The good news is that they will bill each of us separately! Come hungry. Come curious. And come ready to connect around the table.

Let us enjoy a wonderful evening stroll at Great Falls - Maryland. Please note there is a $10 / car or $35 / annual entrance pass. The annual is well worth it to revisit this beautiful location. For those interested, there is an option to have yummy pizza nearby at Potomac Pizza afterwards. We will meet at 5pm in front of the Visitor Tavern Center.

Let's continue exploring the historic lockhouses along the C&O Canal, this time staying in a primitive one -- Pennyfield Lock, located by Lock 22. As this is a primitive lockhouse there are NO modern amenities (running water, electricity, heat, or kitchen), and so you will need to bring everything you need to stay comfortable during this one-night stay. We can enjoy some easy hikes along the towpath and through the nearby Blockhouse Point Conservation Park during our visit. Due to the location of the lockhouse, a carpooling spot has not been established. A WhatsApp group will be created closer to the event and will be used to coordinate rides and other event logistics. We will plan to meet at the lockhouse at 11:00 AM on Saturday morning. ## **Trail Facts** * **Difficulty Level:** Moderate * **Length:** 14.2 Miles * **Duration:** 4.5-5.5 hrs * **Elevation Gain:** 506 Feet * **Permits:** Juanatán will provide overnight parking permits to drivers. * **Parking:** Carpooling will be coordinated via WhatsApp. * **Dogs:** Not allowed inside the lockhouse, sorry. * **Trailhead Coordinates:** 39.05497688136813, -77.29032396969912 * **AllTrails Maps**: * https://www.alltrails.com/explore/custom-routes/custom-route-af4793c?u=i&sh=kucj8c * https://www.alltrails.com/explore/custom-routes/custom-route-9e94313?u=i&sh=kucj8c **Trail Details:** We will arrive at the parking lot near the lockhouse at 11:00 AM on Saturday morning. We won't be able to check in, so we will go on a hike to Seneca Quarry, where we can explore some old structures that used to be part of the canal system. We will take a slightly different route back through Blockhouse Point Conservation Park. By then we will be ready to check in to the lockhouse. Everyone will need to carry their gear 0.1 miles from the parking lot to the lockhouse. There is no kitchen inside and no running water, so keep that in mind when planning dinner. We can all relax, perhaps play some games, and check out the lockhouse. Closer to nightfall we will go on a short 3-mile hike to Swains Lock where we can enjoy a nice view of the sunset. We will then hike 3 miles back in the dark to the lockhouse and perhaps play games or enjoy a fire before bed. The next morning everyone is on their own for breakfast. Keep in mind that we need to clean up and be out of the lockhouse no later than 10:00 AM. The maximum capacity of the lockhouse is eight people. Depending on who signs up it may be necessary to rearrange the provided trundle beds or bring sleeping pads so we can spread out and make sure everyone has a comfortable sleeping arrangement. You can learn more about the lockhouse [here](https://www.canaltrust.org/lockhouse-22/). Since this is a rustic lockhouse, I will only need $10 from each participant to cover the cost of the reservation. I accept PayPal, Venmo, and cash. :) I'm looking forward to this relaxing trip. Please let me know if you have any questions. **Saturday Itinerary:** * 11:00 AM: Meet at the trailhead, start hiking. * 3:00 PM: Check into the lockhouse, get set up, eat, play games, etc. * 6:00 PM: Hike to Swains Lock, enjoy the sunset, hike back. * 9:00 PM: Potentially enjoy a fire or simply go to bed. **Sunday Itinerary:** * Everyone can get up whenever they want to, keeping in mind that we need to clean up and check out of the lockhouse no later than 10:00 AM. **LIABILITY NOTICE:** Please remember that this group operates under the common adventurer model. We are a group of friends and volunteers organizing trips for fun and shared experience. Participants are expected to be familiar with best hiking practices and choose hikes that align with their physical abilities and experience. Organizers and members are not liable for any injuries, loss, or damage to persons or property arising from group activities. By attending this event, you agree to assume all risks associated with the activity.​ For more information on the common adventurer model, please see [Ron Watters' definition](https://www.ronwatters.com/CADefine.htm).​ If you believe you may be lost during the hike, follow the advice of the [US Forest Service](https://www.fs.usda.gov/visit/know-before-you-go/if-you-get-lost).​ See you on the trail! **[Featured Image Source](https://www.canaltrust.org/lockhouse-22/)**

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