Shroomshop Retreat Jamaica 2023
Explore the mysterious fungi kingdom in an enchanting week of mycology, foraging, cultivation and ritual.
Everyday new research is revealing the powerful and practical application of fungi and mushrooms as solutions to improve both human and ecological systems.
This 6 day retreat in Treasure Beach Jamaica offers you the opportunity to leave behind your worldly distractions. Immerse yourself in the rich depths of the soil, and travel far beyond to discover the origins, history and future of this ancient organism.
This retreat will be led by Darren Le Baron and Sidi Genus. Darren is well known for his dynamic and engaging talks and workshops on the indigenous usage of psychedelics, mushroom cultivation and permaculture.
Over the week you will be immersed into all three of these organic technologies, engaging in powerful, and potentially life changing activities that support new ways of learning and self-cultivation.
This retreat goes far beyond the material realms of ecology and has been designed as a holistic practice for manifesting your dreams, achieving your goals, and being of service through a deep connection to and understanding of life.
There will be no ingestion of any psychoactive substances during the 6 days.
Through a series of presentations, discussion, workshops and outdoor activities we will explore;
Beginners to Advanced Mushroom Cultivation
Mushroom ID & Foraging
Medicinal Mushrooms
Mushrooms for Health, Nutrition & Cuisine
Making Mushroom Tinctures
Mushrooms in Ritual & Ceremony
About your facilitators
If you have ever witnessed Darren Le Baron present before, you’ll know how energised and passionate he gets… it’s infectious. He’s known for his fast paced 3 hour talks & workshops and by the end still has the audience desiring more. For those of you inspired to have a more in depth and detailed look into the practices, knowledge and wisdom Darren has to share. This will be your opportunity to work closely with him and his guests over a full weekend of powerful, and potentially life changing activities that will assist you in developing new ways of learning and self-cultivation that support you in navigating and manifesting your dreams and goals.
Sidi Genus, a native of Jamaica, she grew up in a small farming community in the parish of St. Elizabeth. Her love for mushrooms began 6 years ago after her first dose -"a life changing experience that opened my mind to things I once thought were impossible. This led to me finding my passion for mushroom cultivation and holding space for those who need it. Since then, I have been cultivating mushrooms for my own personal use and for the service of others. The things I love most about mushroom cultivation are: the care, love, energy, connection and creative sense it requires and awakens us.
Over the years, cultivating mushrooms has allowed me to become a person of passion and purpose, as the connection that I have formed with these sacred healing medicine has opened my mind to the widths and depths of nature and the world around us. Furthermore, the joy you feel cultivating something so magnificent will leave you filled with purpose and pride. I wholeheartedly love what I do because it's so rewarding to see the fruits of my labour transformed into a healing medicine that naturally cures the mind of mental toxins, while nourishing the physical and emotional self."
About the space:
Enjoy this truly authentic Jamaican experience at the family-run Doranja House. These intimate guesthouses lie in the most private setting, tucked away in a secluded cove of Treasure Beach. Another standout of this colourful property is the abundance of outdoor space, lush tropical plants, and farm to table produce. Just a minute walk from the bay, you can kick back and take in the sea breeze throughout your time here.
FoodWe will be serving 3 meals per day. All meals are vegetarian / vegan. However we encourage a shared co-created meal option for dinner so feel free to bring your own contributions. You should also bring your own snacks, herbal teas, supplements or special dietary items.