Sacred, Safe and Simple Awakening Ceremonies (SSS) are hosted on green lush pastures, surrounded by the wisdom of the trees, underneath twinkling stars, and the serene night sky. Located in the Midwest: St. Louis Missouri area. Our commitment is to safe, ethical and profound containers that inspire you to trust, and allow your heart to blossom. The medicine is pure, sacred and treated with the upmost respect and good intention.
Our accommodations are simple and focus on your comfort. We provide quality bell tents (glamping), clean comfortable mattresses, a pillow and 100% organic cotton sheets and blankets so that your body may feel well cared for. Sweet, loveable farm dogs join you during the day as you process and relax. You may choose to sit in the sun and watch the horses, goats, sheep, mini horses and the miniature donkey at peace in the pasture or take a stroll to the pond and visit the huge elderly Grandfather Tree that radiates love and wisdom.
We co-create with a variety of Medicine Servers.
Space is limited and held a few times a year. 2025 cost is $777 for 2 sitting, 3 day ceremony. May 16-18th 2025 is the next offering.
3 Reviews on “SSS Ceremonies: Sacred, Safe, Simple”
** A Life-Changing Experience**
As a 57-year-old conservative woman, I arrived at the Ayahuasca retreat in early June 2024 with skepticism and curiosity. What unfolded over those three transformative days was beyond anything I could have imagined. If you’re seeking renewal, healing, and genuine connection—both with yourself and others—I wholeheartedly urge you to consider this experience.
From the moment I set foot on the lush pastures, I felt an overwhelming sense of safety. The hosts radiated warmth, creating an inviting space that allowed me to release my fears and embrace the journey ahead. Each ceremony became a profound opportunity for reflection, helping me confront limiting beliefs that had held me back for years.
The medicine, with its prune juice-like taste, guided me through a deeply introspective experience. I connected with my true self, discovering a beauty within that I hadn’t fully acknowledged. The peace I felt was indescribable, a long-awaited embrace of love and acceptance.
Comfortable accommodations, nurturing meals, and the loving presence of farm dogs enhanced the experience. The shaman and Medicine Servers were compassionate guides, ensuring that every moment felt sacred.
This retreat offers more than just a weekend away; it’s an invitation to break free from societal expectations and rediscover your authentic self. It’s an opportunity to connect deeply with those you love and to share in the joy of transformation.
Since returning home, my life has blossomed in unimaginable ways. I’ve formed deep connections and now approach healing with an open heart. I eagerly anticipate my next Ayahuasca retreat, knowing it will be a journey worth taking.
If you’re ready for a powerful catalyst for change, I encourage you to explore this path. The Ayahuasca retreat can help you and your loved ones uncover your true essence. Don’t miss this chance—embrace the journey, and let your spirit flourish.
My experience at Swan Lake was beautiful and profound! The hosts of the retreat do a phenomenal job of creating a space that feels sacred and grounding from the moment you set foot on the property. Attending ceremony in an open meadow, with the soothing sounds of the animals in the background was a magical experience! I want to write a book about every detail and why it was so magical, but I’ll just put it simply; this place was absolutely PERFECT For the experience that it was intended to foster. Without hesitation, I give Swan Lake five stars!
I had the most beautiful experience sitting with grandmother in this group. Our medicine server provided us with one on one care during ceremony as well as during integration. His energy was beautiful and very grounding during ceremony which helped grandmother be able to work through me more. His serving assistants were very attentive to the needs of all the guests. It was beautiful how well they held space for us all. Swan Lake was the perfect location for ceremony. The land was so serene and was a beautiful backdrop for the profound healing I experienced. The horses, goats & pond added a cathartic layer of healing and connection. The service dog even assisted in ceremony and would come around and check on everyone and lay next to us. Every detail from sleeping arrangements to food was well planned out and executed by those at Swan Lake. All the beautiful healing instruments (gongs, drums, & sound bowls) that Swan Lake provided for the participants to play during the day were so very healing. Everything flowed so effortlessly and worked out beautifully. I can’t thank Mt. Shiva and Swan Lake enough. I will definitely be attending again 🙏⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️