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Karme Choling Meditation Retreat Center, Vermont - Main House

Visitor's Guide

What can you learn from a day visit to Karmê Chöling?
Start with a stroll through the serene gardens, a hike into the hills, or just lie in total stillness in the wildflower speckled meadow. Really connect with the land.

A day visit lets you explore the space and find your space. If you’re thinking about diving deeper into your meditation practice, or are just curious about Karmê Chöling, a day visit is a gentle way to dip your toes into the KCL waters.

Interested in learning how to meditate?
We offer free Learn to Meditate open houses. Meditation instruction is given for beginners or for those who would like a refresher on the technique. Otherwise, let us know if you’d like to receive instruction in basic Buddhist sitting meditation when you visit. You can tell us when you schedule your visit.

Ready to schedule a visit?
Please let us know that you would like to pay us a visit. Indoor visits are by appointment only. Contact us at least 48 hours in advance and for large groups please give us at least one week’s notice to prepare for your visit. We have visiting hours but alternate times may be arranged by setting up an appointment. Lastly we are closed to the public at times for special programs. Please check ahead.

Let us know 48 hrs. beforehand when you would like to visit us inside:
info@karmecholing.org
(802) 633-2384 x3000

Daily Household Meditation
(Please arrive 15 minutes early)
9am-10:15am
5:30pm-6:30pm

Indoor Household Visits:
By Appointment Only

Outdoor Visiting Hours:
10:30am - 5pm daily
(except when closed to the public**)

Lunch: 12:30 daily
$15 by donation

Front Desk Hours
Thur - Mon: 1:00pm – 3:00pm

Please read our
Wellness Policy

While Visiting Please Note:

Pets

Leave No Trace

Smoking

Electronics

Parking

Directions to KCL

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What To See

At Karmê Chöling

The beautiful Vermont land at Karme Choling meditation retreat center
Organic Garden at Karme Choling Meditation Retreat Center, Vermont
Stupa site at Karme Choling Meditation Retreat Center, Vermont
The Main House at Karme Choling Meditation Retreat Center, Vermont
Main House
Main Shrine Room at Karme Choling Meditation Retreat Center, Vermont
Main Shrine Room
The Purkhang at Karme Choling Meditation Retreat Center, Vermont

While Visiting

Karmê Chöling

Pets:

Pets are required to stay outdoors and be on a leash when at Karmê Chöling. This includes while you are in the parking lot. Please pick up all droppings that your pet may leave behind.

Leave no trace:

Please leave the land clean and uncluttered. Pack out all garbage and items you brought in with you when you hike or walk the land and help us leave this place as serene and magical as you found it.

No Smoking:

There is no smoking on the property or in the buildings at Karmê Chöling.

Electronics policy:

In order to have electronic free areas in the house, for those staff and residents who desire it, we have designated areas where your cell phone and electronic devices can be used.

Parking:

Please park in the visitor designated area called Lion Parking Lot. If need be there is an overflow area farther from the Main House called Tiger Parking Lot.

Other Ways to Engage

At Karmê Chöling

Introductory mindfulness programs and contemplative paths available at Karme Choling Meditation Retreat Center, Vermont
Retreats at Karme Choling Meditaiton Retreat Center, Vermont
Residency or Long-Term Stays available at Karme Choling Meditation Retreat Center, Vermont

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