Madre Grande Monastery

Co-create and enjoy.

Temporary Guidelines And Restrictions For Visiting Madre Grande Monastery As of May 1st, 2020, Madre Grande Monastery will be opening our land for day-use and overnight camping retreats (two nights maximum), for one individual or household per day. Please follow the new guidelines and restrictions if you plan to visit. All of our existing rules and guidelines still apply. Please read our Guest Policy before visiting.... 1. Confirmed reservations are required. Please make specific arrangements via phone or online. Not all dates will be available, so make your reservations in advance. If you cancel, let us know as soon as possible so we can open the date for others. 2. Stay away from the buildings. Please do not approach or enter the Monk House or Sun Center. When you arrive, stop in front of the Monk House and honk your car horn. We will safely greet you and ask you to sign a Guest Registration form. You will have the exclusive use of the campground, outdoor ceremonial areas, and trails for the reserved time. 3. Be responsible. Please arrive in only one vehicle, and only with people in your immediate household. We will clean portions of the common areas (such as porta-potties, camp kitchen, and showers) between guests, but take your own precautions. 4. Make a donation. Please consider donating online (as a gift through Paypal) or drop off a contribution in the donation box set up in front of the house. We suggest a minimum donation of ten dollars per person for day use, and fifteen dollars per person for an overnight camping retreat. Your contributions are very much appreciated. 5. Enjoy yourself. Please relax. Breathe in, breathe out. Let Mother Earth comfort and heal you.

Come together in April.

When people connect with oak trees! The Oaks of Madre Grande ongoing project. Photos by Annika Frieberg

Open our hearts and minds to nature's teachings.

Madre Grande News We are happy to announce we have a new Postulant ie. Monk in training. Diane Jean joined us in November 2019 she's a Comedian and a radio show host on "Laugh In Your Face Radio" on KNSJ 89.1 fm in San Diego. Ms. Jean is know for her segment "Living Green With Diane Jean", where she shares her fermented food recipes, the benefits of using essential oils, supplements, as well as exercise to live a healthier life. Ms Jean is also a follower of the Law of Attr...action and contributes to the show with "Diane's Good Vibrations" Diane says, "The first time I came to Madre Grande I knew I would be back to live, I just didnt know I would become a Monk, so here I am, lets do it" When you come visit us Ms. Jean will be happy to give you a tour and if you like, take you for a nature hike on one of many trails on the 264 acre property. Plan on a good laugh and learning more about the treasures of Madre Grande Monastery. Namaste