Astrology and Tarot

(Thursday Dinner – Sunday Breakfast)


Astrology and Tarot: : Tools for Transformative Times
This program has 2 tracks, an Astrology Track with Stephanie Austin and a Tarot Track with Callie French. Participants choose one track (and indicate which track on the registration form). All will have an opportunity to experience aspects of both tracks during the evening programs.
On Friday evening, former camp manager Minor Lile will share his thoughts on the relationship between divination and synchronicity.




Track 1: Divine Timing: Exploring Astrological Transits with Stephanie Austin
Life does not get better by chance; it gets better by change. — Jim Rohn
In every ending there is a new beginning. ― Deborah Harkness
You’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. — A.A. Milne
Astrology provides us with a spiritual roadmap, helping us remember who we really are and what we came to do at this critical time on Earth. Its language of cycles and symbols, archetypes, and sacred geometry, speaks to our soul, validating what we know in our heart and helping us trust our inner guidance.

In 2026, four of the five outer planets move fully into new signs, signaling a period of major endings and beginnings for every one of us, and for the world. In our time together we will delve into what those shifts mean and how to make the most of their opportunities. We'll discover where we are realizing new truths (Jupiter), becoming our own authority (Saturn), healing core issues (Chiron), breaking from tradition (Uranus), opening to metaphysical realities (Neptune), and integrating our shadow (Pluto).

Come explore the transformative power of the planets and signs from an evolutionary point of view, as well as how breath and movement practices, astrodrama and art, tuning forks and flower essences, can facilitate our understanding and growth. In addition to detailed handouts, you’ll receive a personal transit chart, a listing of your current transits, and how to gain empowering insights from both past and future times of change.

Participants should be familiar with the basics of astrology (planets, signs, houses, aspects) or read Steven Forrest’s book The Inner Sky (https://www.forrestastrology.com/products/the-inner-sky) before the workshop.

Please include your birthdate, place, and time when registering.



Track 2: Tarot with Callie French
Explore and experience the elements of Tarot in a unique sensory emersion. Begin by embodying the 22 Major Arcana Archetypes described by Carl Jung, then explore old growth timber (Pentacles), coastline inlets (Cups), meditate on windy cliffs (Swords) and delve into the mysteries of fire (Wands) to experience all elements of the Minor Arcana. In addition, each day will have new ‘spreads’, as flinging cards is an entertaining method to open inner lines of communication, thus moving from questions to answers.
The language of Tarot is expressed through images that span centuries capturing fragments of numerology, astrology, the Kabbalah, Theosophical color theory, Neoplatonism, Christian theology and alchemy. Because there are so many layers within the simple drawings Tarot is extremely variable and elastic, which can give rise to confusion and frustration, but which also gives it a vitality and living quality unmatched by any other means of divination. Instead of a conference hall or a classroom, come delve into Tarot as it expresses itself in an environment suited to the beauty and mysteries of daily life.
No prior experience with Tarot is required for this program; whether you are a novice or a professional reader, prepare to delve into the 78 cards/doorways in a completely different method.
Please bring a standard 78 card Tarot deck such as Rider-Waite-Smith, Thoth or Tarot de Marseille. Oracle, Lenormand and Kipper decks are not suitable for this class. There will be handouts, but a notebook is suggested for your own records.




General Information about Indralaya
Daily Rhythm at Indralaya
7:30 am – Meditation (optional)
8:00 am – Breakfast + after-meal chores
9:15 am – Circle in meadow
9:30-12:00 – Program window (times vary with programs)
12:30 pm – Lunch + after-meal chores
2:00-4:30 pm  – Program window (times vary with programs)
6:00 pm – Dinner + after-meal chores
7:30/8:00 pm –  Evening Programs (campfire / programs, optional and varies with programs)

Meals and Chores
Meals are vegetarian, using organic products when possible, and using garden produce when available. Vegan, gluten free, dairy free, and most other dietary restrictions can be accommodated on request. All participants join in to share after-meal cleanup chores.

Transport
Transport to Indralaya is by ferry or plane to Orcas Island.
For the Ferry: Reservations for cars are required from the Washington State Department of Transportation; if you choose to walk on, transportation from the Orcas dock to Indralaya can be requested during registration.
To fly to Orcas: There are regularly scheduled flights on Kenmore Air from Seattle Boeing Field to Eastsound, or from Seattle Lake Union or Kenmore/Lake Washington to Deer Harbor Marina. Transportation to Indralaya can be provided for flights that land in Eastsound.

Fees
Registration fees are all-inclusive for accommodation and meals. Accommodation is in rustic cabins (plumbed or not), the “Round House” a 7-bedroom, 2.5 bath shared house, or in your own tent or RV. Registration fees may be reduced if you sign up to be on “daily staff.” Daily staff work 3 hours per day on cleanup, maintenance tasks, garden help, kitchen help and the like. Daily staff hours are in addition to community participation in after meal cleanup chores.

Clothes
The dress at Indralaya is casual (but layered as the weather can be changeable, even in the summer). Be sure to bring closed-toed shoes for any work around the property (e.g. they are required to work in the kitchen), rain gear, and layers.
Most participants bring their own bedding or sleeping bag and towels, but these can also be rented as part of the registration process. Be sure to bring toiletries (including soap).

Other
No pets, meat, fish, fowl, alcohol, recreational drugs, firearms, or smoking/vaping/use of tobacco products are allowed on the Indralaya property.

Registration Fees

Registration fees are all-inclusive and cover accommodation, food, and program specifics for the entire program.
Participants may choose their accommodation type (Plumbing, Non-Plumbing, Tent, RV, No Accommodation).  See Accommodation Types here: https://www.indralaya.org/home/guest-information/accommodation-types-indralaya/
Participants may select to work on daily staff (3 hours commitment per day) for a substantial discount. This is available to all participants 13 and older.
Non-Accommodation rates are for program and meals only. Daily Staff discounts for non-accommodation rates cover meals and facilities use.
In the rates table “Std” is standard rate; “DS” is Daily Staff Rate.



Registration Instructions:

You may register one or more persons in a single registration. To register more than one, select multiple persons for your accommodation type.
If you are selecting Daily Staff please indicate in notes who in the party is taking the daily staff discount (available to adults, young adults, teens). Daily staff discounts (except for No-Accommodation rates) are indicated by checking Daily Staff as an “additional item.” The discount will be applied on checkout.
You have an option of making a donation to Indralaya as part of your registration this helps support running Indralaya (registration fees cover about 75% of expenses)
You also have an option of covering credit card fees for your registration – this is much appreciated

On checkout, please indicate if you are a "Friend of Indralaya" (if you are not you can become one by selecting this option under “optional items”) or a TS member. This will confer a 5% discount on your camp accommodation fees. If you are registering more than one adult, please be sure that each is a Friend of Indralaya (Discount code is 'Friend') or TS member (discount code is 'TS')  to use the discount. You can select the number of Friends memberships under optional items, and enter other names under notes.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation through April 8
Cancellation fee April 9 – April 22- $50
Cancellation fee April 23 and later – $100