9-week workshop. Many men have shared the all too common experience of being under-fathered and thus consequently, over-mothered. This has left men to struggle on their own without guidance from elders to learn true masculinity. Come participate in a journey of spirit and heart as we learn the richness of our personal expression of the masculine archetypes. 
Investment $250.

Our privately owned, two acre island is the perfect site for numerous programs including; men's' retreats, rites- of- passages ceremonies, rituals, workshops, and the base camp for local canoe trips. Located on the Housatonic River in New Milford , CT the island provides not only comforts of two buildings with full kitchen and sleeping facilitates, along with a 24 foot tipi, the river boundary helps in the creation of sacred and safe space. There is a rich history of the families and friends who built and cared for this special retreat center since the early 1900s.

Return To The Fire Weekend For Men
Come re-awaken Your long forgotten dreams
Fall 2007

This weekend journey provides the safety needed for men to explore their deep masculine spirit. Within this deep spirit lies the courage to experience what some think is not possible. However, when the walls of isolation break down, ones energy, clarity and strength step forward, enabling one to be more loving, generative and FREE.

Location: Private Island & Tipi Lodge in Connecticut Investment of: $275 (includes meals and lodging for the weekend)
You will ---

• Be empowered to pursue & achieve your wildest dreams
• Expand and Celebrate your Masculine Spirit
• Leave the weekend more in touch with your open heart
• Feel renewed - spiritually, physically & emotionally
• Experience brotherhood and community
• Celebrate a new -old way- of being through ritual & community building
• Have fun in a safe, non-competitive environment

Now, before you put this on your “To Do” pile, please take a moment to think about how this experience will be a catalyst in your personal journey. Taking this weekend workshop opens up boundless possibilities. Choose now to be there.

Send $75 deposit and reserve your place today (space is limited)

Men in the Wilderness
July 12-19, 2008
Allagash River, Maine

Join a group of men on a journey in the beautiful Maine wilderness. This experience allows the rhythms of nature to gently bring us back to ourselves. Come to the North waters where we will drink in the richness of spirit and place.

Father & Son Adventure
Honor and expand your special relationship. 
July 19-26, 2008 
Allagash River, Maine 

This experience allows men and boys (teenagers) to explore nature while deepening their sense of self . Not just for fathers and their sons. This is an opportunity for any man to be a much needed mentor for any boy in his life. Imagine if someone had done this for you? Paul Gemme will be co-leading on this journey.

Custom Canoe Trips

1-3 day custom designed canoe trips for your needs: Families, Scouts, corporate...
Housatonic River ,CT
Adirondacks, NY

Individual counseling sessions available

In my private practice, I focus on guiding my clients as they explore their personal challenges while accessing their inner truths.

Rites-of-Passage

We all experience many transitions in our lives. The question is; How do we honor, support, and celebrate these transitions? This inquiry leads us to the very heart of, rites – of – passage ceremonies. Unfortunately, for most of us in our society, these natural transitions in life go unacknowledged, denied, or treated in a trivial manner.

In the ceremonies that we create together, the "old ways" combined with our current desires, are our guides. Each ceremony, whether it be for ; guiding a boy into the family of men, preparing for marriage or divorce, or honoring a passing, to consciously celebrating a significant birthday, provides each person with support and guidance as they prepare for their important life transition.

The following are some of the transitions we guide:

Rites-of – passage for Boys and Girls : Initiations into adulthood.

Marriage, Loss, House blessings, Divorce, Significant Birthdays, Passings, Career changes