ParTecK 2026 Retreat

We shall be known

by Karisha Longaker of MaMuse

We shall be known by the company we keep
By the ones who circle round to tend these fires
We shall be known by the ones who sow and reap
The seeds of change, alive from deep within the earth
It is time now, it is time now that we thrive
It is time we lead ourselves into the well
It is time now, and what a time to be alive
In this Great Turning we shall learn to lead in love
In this Great Turning we shall learn to lead in love

Our vision for ParTecK this year is to create a place of breaking bread together, collective co-imagining, and moving into sensing possible prototypes. We intend to have a lot of play and soulful moments, with places for both rest and curiosity.

See the Q&A section below to get a feel for how this is coming together.

Join us Smith Lake Farm in Merville (Comox Valley) on Vancouver Island Thursday July 23th through Sunday July 26th, 2026.

We love Smith Lake Farm! Situated between forest and lake, the farm, the animals, and the host family are a delight to experience. https://www.smithlakefarm.com/

This is be a family friendly retreat, with whole group programs, and activities for kids depending on their interests. Last year, kids enjoyed kayaking in the lake, walking through the forest on the property, touring the bee hives, petting animals at a visiting petting zoo, and playing in a nearby field.

This year, we are also exploring the femina, bringing women together for a part of it, as well as continuing with our land presencing practices.

Please fill out the following form to let us know your level of interest and intention to attend the retreat: https://forms.gle/Hm1YgdAx48LDmexk8

We look forward to hearing from you and engaging in this next level of ParTecK play together.

The ParTecK Retreat Team

~ Nori Nishigaya, Tracey Abbott, Harmony Barrer, Susanne Ledingham, Daniel Lindenberger, Carissa Kazyss +...

Pricing:

Whole glamping tent: $300 for three nights (this is a $200 reduction in price)
Spot in a glamping tent: $50 per night
Tenting / RV site: $25 per night - if you need your own space, this might be the best option for you
We may have tent and travel bursaries available for those who need it.

As space is limited on site to 7 private glamping tents and 10 separate tenting sites, initial deposits of $50 CAD are asked to hold a space for you and family or friends that will be attending. Deposits can be sent to carissakazyss(at)gmail.com.

Possible Program Elements

Land presencing with Susanne Ledingham
Conversation on metacrisis/liminal/social change with Daniel Lindenberger
Mastermind Dives with Nori Nishigaya
On-site bee tour (engaging and thought-provoking)
Community kitchen and meals (each tent is responsible for creating a meal with supplied ingredients)
Evening campfire
Other offerings from participants!

Q&A

What is the purpose and theme of the retreat?

We dive together, into the ocean of what connects us, our distinct voices, what feels emergent, what needs to be let go. Structure present and held lightly, we allow synchronicity, movement, depth, and a returning to conversations that matter. Tapping into what feels real. World of tech, ethics and consciousness are woven as they surface, as each participant is invited to bring the whole of themselves to the table.

Will I need to participate the whole time? It's up to you how you participate. No one is keeping score though we might get curious if we don't see you! Families might have different activities than the ParTecK main activities, though may choose to join into those too.

What is the food situation? The money we receive from you goes back into the food. In the month leading up to the retreat, we create a food plan in a way that invites participation. We then purchase ingredients, and then take turns, by tent or car camping group, prepping and cooking for the whole.

Can I book a whole tent just for me? As much as that sounds amazing, we have a limited number of tents (7). Typically 2-3 people is a comfortable fit for each tent. We'll match you with others, in a process you can participate in, if you are traveling solo. You may also bring your own tent.

Can I come for some of the time? This is a three-night event by design, and we’d still love to see you if you can only join for some of the retreat.

Could I extend my stay or arrive earlier to Smith Lake Farm? Yes. You would need to make arrangements directly with Smith Lake Farm, and pay their regular rate for a glamping tent.