Retreatant Information

We are looking forward to your visit! This writing was created to assist you in preparation for coming onto the mountain. If this is your first visit to Lama, please read this information carefully and contact us with any questions or concerns.

As soon as you officially register for a retreat the registrar will send or e-mail you a packet of detailed information on what to expect when you arrive and how to prepare for your visit.

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Refund Policy:
A $30 processing charge will be withheld on all refunds requested. During the three weeks prior to each retreat, the entire deposit (half the retreat fee) is non-refundable. No refund will be made for cancellations received on or after the first day of a retreat. There will be a processing fee of $75 on all returned checks.

Health and Climate:
Lama Foundation is located at 8,600 feet elevation in the mountains of Northern New Mexico. To help prevent altitude sickness, some people find it very helpful to take chlorophyll tincture, beginning a week or so before arrival and continuing during the time at Lama. (Suggested dosage is 1 tablespoon in a glass of water several times per day.) When at Lama, we will suggest that you plan to drink lots of water. Summer sunlight is intense at the high elevation, and we suggest that you bring good sunscreen, dark glasses and a sun hat, especially if you anticipate being outdoors. Daytime summer temperatures, moderated by the dry air, are generally warm and nights can be quite cool. There are summer rains, heavy at times.

Facilities:
Lama’s facilities are rustic and a major part of the Lama experience is being close to the Earth. Our accommodations include prepared tenting areas and limited dorm space in yurts (separate for men and women). Dorm space needs to be reserved in advance (first come first served) and carries a charge of $7-$15 per night, on a sliding scale. For dorm stays, please bring your own sleeping bag (mattress, bottom sheet, pillow and case are provided). If tenting, please bring a waterproof tent with a good rain fly and 2 ground covers along with your bedding (cold to 40 F at least). We also have limited space for pick-up campers and vans (with prior arrangement) and there is no charge. However, our curvy mountain road prevents access by larger RV’s and we have no hook-ups. There are outhouses (no indoor toilets!), indoor and outdoor showers, but no laundry facilities (although there is a laundromat in nearby Questa). Our Lamassary store carries basic sundries only and there are no stores nearby. A flashlight is essential at night. Absolutely no pets! They attract wildlife.

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