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5-Day Oregon Mushroom Retreat: Small Group Healing + Integration

Name: 5-Day Oregon Mushroom Retreat: Small Group Healing + Integration
Start: 2027-01-20
End: 2027-01-24
Location: Confluence Retreats
Rating: 5

5.00149 reviews

Ashland, OR 97520, USA

Up to 8 in group

January 20 - 24, 2027

Retreat Highlights

5-Day/4 Nights in Nature: Immerse yourself in the tranquil surroundings of the Cascade Siskiyou National Monument
2x Psilocybin Journeys: Guided sessions to explore personal growth and healing
3x Transformational Breathwork Sessions: Enhance your experience with deep, guided breathwork
Small group (up to 8) and 1-on-1 Support: Comprehensive preparation and integration workshops, both digitally and in-person
4 months of Preparation and Integration support through Nectara's ecosystem
Payment plans & partial scholarships available based on need
All-Inclusive: Transportation, meals, and accommodations provided
Experienced Leadership: Over 6 years of expertise and 1,000+ legal psilocybin journeys, led by the co-founder of Synthesis Retreat
Non-Profit Hosting: Hosted by Hi-U Foundation, collaborating with local indigenous communities to restore ancient healing practices on indigenous lands

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Myles

Arin

Thunder

Julianna

Myles Katz

Since 2018, Myles Katz has dedicated himself to advancing the field of legal psilocybin experiences. He co-founded The Synthesis Institute in Amsterdam, where he helped develop one of the world’s first legal psychedelic service models. This initiative supported over 1,000 individuals on their wellness journeys and included a significant partnership with Imperial College London, enriching his understanding of effective psychedelic practices. His experience with Synthesis led to an invitation onto the board of the Oregon Psilocybin Training Alliance (OPTA) and various Rule Advisory Committees for the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), where he helps shape the framework for Oregon’s legal psilocybin services. Through the ongoing exploration of psychedelics across the globe and under the mentorship of inspirational teachers over the following eight years, Myles has developed a deep appreciation for both the power of the psychedelic experience itself and the neuroplasticity it fosters. This neuroplasticity helps individuals become open and receptive to things that otherwise feel out of reach or inaccessible due to the noise of our chaotic, technology-overloaded modern world. It has been pivotal in helping him and others make meaningful, lasting changes in the months following the psychedelic journey that once seemed impossible. He believes that knowing how to work with this neuroplasticity is key to using psychedelics as a tool to support the journey from ‘functioning’ to ‘flourishing.’ Myles’s own journey with psychedelics began at the age of 28 when he overcame his addiction to alcohol and lifted the fog of depression that had shrouded his life since the passing of his mother when he was 15. This profound experience revealed the incredible potential of psychedelics to facilitate deep healing and transformation. He is passionate and experienced in guiding individuals on their first therapeutic and inward psilocybin journeys. His goal is to help others not just make the changes they seek today but to embark on a conscious healing journey that transforms their lives. With the Hi-U Foundation and Confluence Retreats – the nonprofit he founded and conducts his facilitation practice through – Myles utilizes his expertise to create nature-based, multi-modality psilocybin retreats within Oregon’s legal framework. These retreats are enhanced by partnerships with indigenous communities and are grounded in validated therapeutic practices, reflecting his dedication to facilitating profound personal growth and healing. At Omnia, he focuses on providing one-on-one client sessions, bringing elements of their transformative retreat experiences into a more traditional setting to maximize the therapeutic benefits of psilocybin.

Arin Amsler

Arin brings over a Arin brings over a decade of experience in professional psychedelic settings, from indigenous South American traditions to modern North American underground communities to industry leading psilocybin-assisted therapy centers.

However, what makes Arin truly qualified to support individuals in their personal practice with plant medicine is her own deeply embodied experience and commitment to her own personal practice. In addition to over 10 years of personal psychedelic experience with various plant teachers, within the last decade Arin has spent thousands of hours in intensive retreat and has studied with masters from the Peruvian Andes to the Nepalese Himalayas to the foothills of Northern India.

As a lifelong student of transformation Arin has also trained in some of the most effective integration-focused and consciousness-altering modalities from yoga, breathwork and meditation to coaching, somatic embodiment and various psychotherapeutic systems. She is also a devoted lifelong student-practitioner of Eastern nondual yoga.

In addition to bringing professional experience as a Certified Coach, Yoga Therapist, Reiki Master and psilocybin facilitator, Arin anchors her approach to transformation in the notion that one's dreams and desires are bound for inevitable fulfillment.

A notion poetically expressed by Danish author Karen Blixen:

“Nobody has seen the trekking birds take their way towards such warmer spheres as do not exist, or rivers break their course through rocks and plains to run into an ocean which is not to be found. For God does not create a longing or a hope without having a fulfilling reality ready for them. But our longing is our pledge, and blessed are the homesick, for they shall come home.”

Arin sees her primary role as a coach as simply supporting folks in stoking this fire of their deepest longings and coming home to themselves.

Thunder Eater (James K. Olson)

Thundereater is a member of the indigenous Shasta Nation, White Eagle Clan. A 65-year old great grandfather, he has lived a very full life including serving in the US military abroad, working with plant medicines and many trainings in the realms of spirituality and healing. Most recently, by trade, he is a stone mason, and the visionary and creator of the Sacred Land’s magical Labyrinth.

As a Native American and Tibetan shaman, Thundereater has spent the last 20 years facilitating full moon healing circles at Mt. Shasta, California bringing together people of different cultures and religious frames of reference to promote the Peace and Healing of all.

Thundereater’s ancestors came to this Sacred Land (Ashland, Oregon) to heal to heal with the Hi-U-Skookum medicine, and he came to this land to play as a child. He has now returned as an Elder to help usher in the next iteration of the land’s journey and help preserve it as a place of healing for all in perpetuity.

Julianna Fultineer, LPC

Julianna is a psychotherapist and guide who with over a decade of experience navigating transformative journeys through inner and outer landscapes.

Julianna's deep connection with nature, nurtured by the lush forests and rivers of the Pacific Northwest, has been the co-creator of her path to self-discovery and expansive states of consciousness. Before embarking on her counseling journey, Julianna spent over ten years as a professional river guide, immersing herself in the wisdom of the natural world. Driven by a calling to share the transformative power of wilderness with others, Julianna earned her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a focus on Transpersonal Nature-Based Therapy from Naropa University. She skillfully intertwines therapeutic principles with the lessons of nature, offering a heartfelt and experiential approach to self-exploration. In 2023, Julianna deepened her expertise by completing Naropa University's Certificate in Psychedelic Assisted Therapies, receiving training in psilocybin facilitation, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, and MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD. With a multifaceted background that includes theatre, music performance, and a devoted meditation and yoga practice, Julianna brings a rich tapestry of experiences to her role as a guide. Her heartfelt dedication to facilitating transformative journeys shines through in every aspect of her work.

Julianna is a Licensed Professional Counselor with the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists. License #C6927

Julianna is also an Oregon licensed psilocybin facilitator. License #FL-c70bb3

Details of this retreat

Confluence Retreats offers transformative 5-day psilocybin experiences in the Cascade Siskiyou National Monument just outside Ashland, Oregon. The program includes two psilocybin sessions, breathwork, meditation, and integration workshops, all guided by experienced facilitators. Guests stay in modern two-bedroom cabins and enjoy farm-to-table meals. The founder, Myles Katz, brings extensive expertise from co-founding Synthesis Retreat, hosting over 1,000 legal psilocybin experiences in Amsterdam. Confluence Retreats operates within Oregon's licensed and regulated system for legal psilocybin services, ensuring safety and compliance throughout the retreat.

For more details, visit Confluence Retreats @ https://confluenceretreats.org

Schedule

Preparation: Before You Arrive: 2 x 90min Online Group Sessions & 1 x 90min One-on-One Session

Being prepared for your psychedelic experience begins weeks in advance. Drawing upon scientific research and contemplative practices, our professional facilitators lead live weekly group workshops preparing participants in addition to a 1:1 preparation workshop you will have with your assigned facilitator. All content in these preparation workshops will be revisited during the retreat.
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Day 1: Grounding

11:30 — Pick up at Rogue Valley International Medford Airport or meet at Retreat Venue

12:30 — Welcome & Opening Ceremony, meeting the Facilitators

14:00 — Lunch

15:00 — Forest Bathing & 1:1 Conversations

19:00 — Dinner

20:30 — Flight Instructions + Pre-Journey Meditation
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Day 2: Awakening

07:00 — Breakfast

09:00 — Transformational Breathwork @ Omnia Group Ashland

12:00 — Initial Dose Group Psilocybin Sessions @ Omnia Group Ashland

17:00 — Closing + Meditation

18:30 — Dinner
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Day 3: Releasing & Rebuilding

08:00 — Morning Practice: Yoga

08:30 — Breakfast

09:00 — Group Integration Circle

09:45 —Functional Breathing Workshop

10:15 — 9D Transformational Breathwork Session

12:30 — Lunch

14:00 — 1-1 Support / Private Reflection

17:00 — Group Support & Preparation Circle

19:00 — Dinner

20:30 — Meditation
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Day 4: Expansion

07:00 — Breakfast

09:00 — Breathwork @ Omnia Group Ashland

12:00 — Higher Dose Group Psilocybin Sessions @ Omnia Group Ashland (w/Booster Option)

18:30 — Closing + Meditation

20:00 — Dinner
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Day 5: Renewal

08:00 — Morning Practice: Forest Bathing

08:30 — Breakfast

09:30 — 1-1 Integration + Forest Bathing

12:30 — Lunch

13:30 — Integration workshop

15:00 — Farewell Ceremony & Closing

16:00 — End & Departure for Rogue Valley International Medford Airport

***** — The official program ends, but participants have the option to stay at the retreat center for an additional $200 per night to continue integration on the land
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Integration: After you depart: 2 x 90min Online Group Sessions & 1 x 90min One-on-One Session

Where preparation is essential for maximizing the potential of a psychedelic retreat, integration is important for prolonging the benefits. You will witness a new self, yet an old similar world. While a psychedelic retreat can offer a potentially otherwise unrivaled window of opportunity in the short term, whether this translates into lasting habits depends on integration. How to move from the potential you’ve experienced, into the actuality of your day to day life?

Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

Confluence Retreats, Ashland, OR 97520, USA

Directions

Fly in to Rogue Valley International Airport (Medford, Oregon) or drive from Portland, Oregon (5.5hrs) or San Francisco, California (6hrs)

Accommodation

Our venue offers a combination of private and shared rooms that are distributed on a first-come-first-serve or special-needs basis, with amble space to have quiet relfelctive time while enjoying the comfort of number communal gathering areas, both indoors and outdoors.

Includes accommodation, meals, facilitation, transportation, and all workshops. Rooms are assigned with the group experience in mind — most are private, though you may be thoughtfully paired with another participant based on gender, depending on group size. A limited number of guaranteed private rooms are available via the upgrade below.

Venue & Amenities

A/C in Rooms

Free Wifi

Spa

Sauna

Pool

Towels

Free Parking

Kitchen

Tour Assistance

Hot Tub

Coffee/Tea

Cafe

Restaurant

Fitness Center

Yoga Studio

Housekeeping

Bicycles For Rent

Nestled in the hills of Ashland, Oregon, our venue features a modern, two-story, retreat center that blend comfort and rustic charm. The versatile Ceremony Room is perfect for yoga and workshops, with large windows and natural light. Guests can explore hiking trails and enjoy the rich biodiversity. At night, dedicated star-gazing spots offer breathtaking views of the clear, starry skies, creating an unforgettable experience amidst nature's beauty.

Meals

Menu Types

Vegan

Vegetarian

Pescetarian

Ayurvedic

Includes Meat

Organic

Gluten Free

Dairy Free

Nut Free

Our retreat features catered meals from world-class chefs experienced in plant-medicine retreats, offering nourishing and delicious cuisine that complements your healing journey.

What's Included

5 days / 4 nights of accommodations
2 licensed & facilitated psilocybin mushroom journeys
All meals prepared on-site (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks)
2 guided breathwork sessions
Opening and closing circles
Psychedelic preparation workshops (virtual and in-person)
Integration practices and group discussions (in-person and virtual)
Use of the geodome for workshops and ceremonies
Private 1:1 preparation call with a licensed facilitator
Private 1:1 integration call post-retreat
Small cohort (maximum 8 participants)
Licensed facilitator team (3 facilitators + support staff)
Access to nature trails and outdoor reflection spaces
Complimentary 4-month membership to the Nectara integration platform
Educational resources on microdosing and harm reduction
All required Oregon legal compliance, protocols, and safety procedures
Airport shuttle coordination (Medford Airport) or local pickup guidance

What's Not Included

Airfare or travel to/from Rogue Valley International–Medford Airport (MFR)
Personal travel costs (rideshare, rental car, taxis, etc.)
Lodging before or after the retreat (unless booked as an optional add-on)
Private room or private cabin upgrades (unless booked as an optional add-on)
Optional 5th night integration stay (unless booked as an optional add-on)
Personal medications, supplements, or wellness treatments
Gratuities for staff (not expected or required)
Alcohol, tobacco, or recreational substances
Personal purchases or additional activities outside the retreat schedule

Customer Reviews

5.00 out of 5.0 average rating

Forest • Oct 29, 2026

5.0

Verified

The experience with Confluence Retreats has been one of the most important in my seven decades.

From my first inquiry Myles was supportive and generous with time and insights related to my inquiry.

Follow-up zoom and preperatory meetings in advance were important and reassuring.
The retreat location in the Siskiyou Cascades is gorgeous and uplifiting.
The support from Myles, Arin, Tsana and Emily was always present and full of care and kindness.
Our group size was eight participants, which seemed just right.
All meals were served and the quality of the meals was exceptional..
It was a heart opening experience for me that opened some memories and understandings of issues I have dealt with my whole life. The feelings of understanding, forgiveness, hope and peace that I have come away with are such an extraordinary gift.

All of our group participants shared our individual experiences with each other in trust and love. It was an extraordinary experience that has opened doors that I thought was forever closed.

Gratitude really has a new meaning when you experience something so healing and profound.

Anonymous • Oct 29, 2026

5.0

Verified

Eye-opening experience

I had such an incredible experience at Confluence. It was truly eye opening and transformative in ways that are hard to put into words. From the very beginning, the team was incredibly supportive and thoughtful, helping with both preparation leading up to the retreat and integration afterward. I felt safe, comfortable, and genuinely cared for throughout the entire experience which allowed me to fully embrace the journies.

The property itself is absolutely beautiful and being surrounded by nature made the experience even more special. I walked away a different version of myself with a new perspective, a deeper understanding of myself, and so much gratitude for the experience. I would highly recommend this retreat to anyone looking for a meaningful and transformative experience.

Lynore • Oct 27, 2026

5.0

Verified

Amazing company and Team

This was such a special and profound experience. If you are able to give yourself this gift of healing then this is the organization you should not hesitate to use. As a physician, I was so grateful for all the thought and consideration Myles and his entire team, went through to ensure a safe and comfortable experience for each member of our group. Myles, et al, thank you for everything. You are doing amazing and much needed work.

Richard • Oct 26, 2026

5.0

Verified

Confluence Retreats program impressed me, and I intend to do a second retreat in about 18 months

I had peace of mind knowing the State of Oregon had oversight of the program. The facilitators were experienced and took the time to answer every question I had and were available 24/7 should anyone need special attention.

The German chef prepared excellent meals from fresh ingredients with snacks and beverages always available.

I found the pre-and post retreat calls quite helpful. My final “post retreat check-in” with Myles Katz helped me understand my “long-term” integration goals.

With the number of participants limited to eight, it allowed the program to deliver a complete experience to each individuals needs.

I’m 85 years old and am encouraging my wife and friends in my age range to experience the insightful program offered by Confluence Retreats.

Dianne • Oct 25, 2026

5.0

Verified

I feel much more at peace, much more relaxed and I have a feeling of oneness with all.

have been dealing with OCD since my 20s (I'm now 70 years old). During my 40s and 50s, my counselors and I tried talk therapy and multiple medications. Unfortunately nothing helped.
So I have been searching. I found Confluence because of an article published on CNN about a woman dealing with depression and how a trip to Confluence in Ashland, Oregon, and the use of Psilocybin was a life changer.

I had researched psilocybin therapy over the years at John Hopkins, also by Paul Stamets and Michael Pollan and had found they were having great success with depression, PTSD and other problems such as OCD.

I reached out to Confluence. They scheduled a personal interview via zoom and after I was accepted into the program we had many pre-retreat zoom meetings with others who would be participating with me at the retreat. They did a great job preparing me.

I flew to Medford, Oregon in June of 2026, where the staff picked us up and took us to their retreat in the beautiful Siskiyou mountain range outside of Ashland, Oregon. The facilities were beautiful. Big cabins, beautifully furnished in a lush green forest. There were lots of hiking trails - the perfect setting for our journey. The meals were cooked specially for us and the cook was very accommodating. I have been a whole food plant based person for 17 years and she and her helper prepared delicious, healthy meals for me. I was very grateful.

The retreat lasted 5 days. We arrived on a Wednesday and had an individual counseling session and multiple group sessions preparing us for our first low dose psilocybin journey the next morning. In Oregon, psilocybin journeys are closely supervised at designated centers. On Thursday, the 8 of us traveled down the mountain (about a 30 minute drive) to Ashland where the center was located. The owners and our own counselors did a great job of making us feel welcome, safe and comfortable. The psilocybin is administered via a beautiful tea ceremony. We had comfortable "beds" to lie in with meditative music. The staff stayed with us through the journey. The next day - Friday, was an integration day in which we had individual and group counseling sessions with plenty of free time for hiking and contemplation.

On Saturday we returned to the psilocybin center for our second higher concentration journey. Again we felt secure and safe and the tea ceremony was beautiful.

On the final day - Sunday - we had integration meetings in the morning and then after lunch were driven back to the airport in Medford.

The individual sessions were great for me to help with my intentions before and between the journeys and to help me integrate after the psilocybin journeys. The group sessions were also great - we got to share our experiences with each other (as much as you wanted) and to learn about each other. We all became great friends.

I recommend Confluence wholeheartedly, it has started me on a better path towards recovery. I feel much more at peace, much more relaxed and I have a feeling of oneness with all. Thank you.

5-Day Oregon Mushroom Retreat: Small Group Healing + Integration

Retreat Highlights

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Myles Katz

Arin Amsler

Thunder Eater (James K. Olson)

Julianna Fultineer, LPC

Details of this retreat

Schedule

Getting Here

Directions

Accommodation

Venue & Amenities

Meals

Menu Types

What's Included

What's Not Included

The experience with Confluence Retreats has been one of the most important in my seven decades.

Eye-opening experience

Amazing company and Team

Confluence Retreats program impressed me, and I intend to do a second retreat in about 18 months

I feel much more at peace, much more relaxed and I have a feeling of oneness with all.

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