Current Workshops

To register for any of these workshops, please send payment to Claire Von Karls, PO box 803, Franconia, NH 03580. (Be sure to check deadline dates for when registration closes.).

For more information, contact Claire at (603) 444-8822, or email her at cvk@ncia.net.

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Please visit the All Available Workshops and Dream Dancer sections, to see what other workshops Claire offers.


Fall Equinox -- Keeping Balance

Date: Wednesday, September 22, 2010, 6:30pm

September is the time of Fall Equinox. It is a time when we strive to create, or strive to maintain, balance in our lives. This almost always entails shedding something -- like the Fall raking of leaves. It also often includes bringing something new into our lives.

In our workshop, we will work with these seasonal energies of shedding and renewing that help us to keep a sense of self and balance through the turmoil of our lives.

And so we gather in celebration to engage in ritual, Journey, song and dance!

Beginners Welcome

Cost: $25.00
Deadline to Register: Friday, September 10, 2010


Exploring the Medicine Within -- Fall Dreamwork Series

Dates: Thursdays, September 30th, October 7th, 14th and November 4th, 2010, 6:45pm

Earth based spirituality teaches us that everything has a Spirit. With this, we all hold a certain medicine. This medicine is an inner resource for us.

When we are in harmony with the universe, and recognize ourselves as an integral part of the web of life, we have greater access to this resource. The more emotionally and spiritually in balance we are, the greater the resource. It is said of Shamans -- spiritual teachers and healers -- that they not only hold this medicine; they become the medicine.

Join us as we explore our own, unique medicine within, and learn how to access it for healing and joyful purposes, for ourselves and others.

In our workshop we will practice ways to stay in harmony and spiritual balance. Each of us will have opportunities to experience ourselves as the healer and as the client receiving healing. In this process, perhaps we too will become the Medicine!

Prerequisites: Journeying skills (introductory sessions available

Cost: $95.00
Deadline to Register: Thursday, September 16, 2010


Samhain Celebration

Date: Wednesday, October 27, 2010, 6:45pm to 9:00pm

Samhain is the ancient Celtic holiday celebrated around October 31. It is the time of the last harvest, and marks the beginning of the dark time. Samhain is a time to connect with our ancestors, and to honor the dead. Cultures and traditions throughout the world acknowledge this time -- All Souls Day/Days of the Dead/Halloween are some examples.

Our Circle gathers at Samhain to connect with the wisdom of our ancestors and to honor this transition into the dark time.

Prerequisites: Journey skills (introductory sessions available.)

Cost: $25.00
Deadline to Register: Friday, October 15, 2010


Shamanic Dreaming: Medicine from the Soul

Presented by Claire and Fred Von Karls

Dates: Friday, November 12, 2010 at 5:30 pm to 1:00 pm Sunday, November 14, 2010

We follow the wisdom of our ancient ancestors, who gathered round their tribal Fires to Dream, and lived in connection with their Dreamtime experiences. And so, we too gather round our Fires of Dreamtime inspiration, imagination, and insight -- opening to the connection and transformation they can bring us!

Our workshop this year focuses on the healing, and healing messages, our Souls send to us through our Dreams and Dreamtime experiences.

We open to the full possibilities of Dreaming, including:
  • Exploring Mother Earth's "Medicine Chest"
  • Visiting Ancient Medicine Guides
  • Seeing thru the Eyes of Our Animal Partners
  • Learning to use the Power of Dream Light
  • And maybe ... Experiencing the "Return of the Dream Dragon"

    Join us as we allow the Power of the Dream to unfold!

    Prerequisites: Journeying skills (introductory sessions available

    Cost: $350.00
    (Payment plans and early payment discounts are available.)
    **Dream Dancers please note -- this workshop is included in your tuition!

    For more information, contact Claire at 603 444 8822 or email cvk@ncia.net


    Winter Solstice Celebration

    Date: Monday, December 20, 2010, 6:30pm

    We will meet to Journey, and to share in the "journeys" of our lives. In this way we acknowledge the Dark, and help bring in the Light of this special season.

    Traditionally, this has been a time of reunion -- a time when those who have gathered in Circle over the years return to enjoy the fellowship of our community. Please consider joining us for this evening, even if you are not currently participating in our monthly Circles.

    We will gather together at 6:30pm. We will share a light meal together,and then engage in ritual, Journey, and seasonal celebration!

    Cost: $35.00
    Deadline to Register: Monday, December 6, 2010

    Click to see pictures of our most recent Winter Solstice Celebration.


    Shamanic Dreaming Weekend Workshops


    Once or twice a year, Claire and her husband and co-therapist, Fred Von Karls, present a weekend workshop focused on an aspect of Shamanic Dreamwork. Our weekends include deep spiritual work and play, creative experiential activities, opportunities for relating to nature, personal reflection time, and time for community connection. Participants report that these weekends are transformative on many levels, and say they look forward to returning each year.

    This year's theme is:

    Shamanic Dreaming: Medicine from the Soul


    Dates: Friday, November 12, 2010 at 5:30 pm to 1:00 pm Sunday, November 14, 2010

    We follow the wisdom of our ancient ancestors, who gathered round their tribal Fires to Dream, and lived in connection with their Dreamtime experiences. And so, we too gather round our Fires of Dreamtime inspiration, imagination, and insight -- opening to the connection and transformation they can bring us!

    Our workshop this year focuses on the healing, and healing messages, our Souls send to us through our Dreams and Dreamtime experiences.

    We open to the full possibilities of Dreaming, including:
  • Exploring Mother Earth's "Medicine Chest"
  • Visiting Ancient Medicine Guides
  • Seeing thru the Eyes of Our Animal Partners
  • Learning to use the Power of Dream Light
  • And maybe ... Experiencing the "Return of the Dream Dragon"

    Join us as we allow the Power of the Dream to unfold!

    Prerequisites: Journeying skills (introductory sessions available

    Cost: $350.00
    (Payment plans and early payment discounts are available.)
    **Dream Dancers please note -- this workshop is included in your tuition!

    For more information, contact Claire at 603 444 8822 or email cvk@ncia.net

    What participants said about our last Shamanic Dreaming Workshop:

    The entire weekend was potent for me. You and Fred have something so special to offer. I love that we have a workshop, we learn new things, and that you both are trained in being more than "workshop presenters". You help us process all of it. Sitting in small circles on Sunday and sharing, listening, crying, was such a beautiful way to bring everything together. The magic you and Fred invoke...it was moving to watch and be part of. Your workshops are workshops for my soul and my heart.   --Betsy

    I don't know how to put into words how powerful this weekend was for me.... You have each touched me with your own magic; I am carrying those gifts with me through my daily journey of life.... There is so much more to learn and experience! I await our next adventure with the impatience and excitement of a child on Christmas Eve...   -- Donna

    Thank you so much for this weekend. It was very powerful for me. What a great group! The magic continues.   -- Merle

    Thank you for the fantastic weekend! Being with you and our Spiritual community was really wonderful and inspirational.   -- Lucile

    It was a wonderful weekend and I can't thank you enough for bringing this healing work to Northern NH!!   -- Nora


    Dream Dancers 2010 to 2011


    As Dream Dancers we delve deep into the mysteries of our dreams for personal growth, spiritual enlightenment, and empowering healing information.

    Over the course of eight months, we meet personally in circle four weekends, and stay connected on a monthly basis thru Dreamtime adventures including Dreamwork agendas and Full Moon Journeying.

    This year's Dream Dancer theme is Dream Dancing: Wicked Good Medicine!

    We focus on both personal and circle Dreamwork. As always, seasonal energies, healing ritual and ceremony, and Shamanic Journey are important elements of our work and play. We enter the mysterious realm of the Dream, dance to the rhythms of its music, and learn the language of our souls.

    Join us as we....
  • "Dance" our rhythms in the Dark
  • Enter the Mists of our Dream Shadows
  • Speak the Truth of our Dream Songs
  • Become the "Medicine" of our Dreams

    Let me know of your interest, and I will send you more specific information about format, dates, and commitments.

    Fire circle


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