Groundbreaking research from Johns Hopkins University demonstrates that psilocybin and psilocin are compounds derived from a specific group of fungi that possess the power to treat depression, addiction, and anxiety more effectively than many modern pharmaceuticals. While Western medicine only recently embraced these findings, indigenous cultures have utilized these fungi for millennia.

I analyzed these mushrooms for twenty years before ever experiencing them myself. As a scientist, I required the lens of data and peer reviewed research to feel comfortable. However, I now recognize that certain profound truths transcend academic reading.

I am doing this retreat to provide a space where science minded individuals can explore this frontier in a secure and professional environment. Imagine venturing to the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica where the air invigorates you and the jungle teems with life. Here, you will immerse yourself in the rainforest, study the world of fungi, and undergo a guided ceremony that is both therapeutic and transformative. Whether you seek to unlock creative potential or forge a deeper connection with yourself, this journey guarantees an experience you will never forget.

On this 5 day trip to Costa Rica we will learn about mycology, rainforest ecology, human bushcraft skills (working with our hands in the jungle like our ancestors did) and end it with one guided psilocybin mushroom experience that is supported by trained therapists, sound healing, and integration. Each element is designed to help unlock deep insight, release your stress, and reconnect to yourself and the nature around you.

What We will Experience

• A Psilocybin Ceremony: guided with safety, compassion, and care
• Nature Education: Before the experience start to see the forest for each species.
• Sound & Art Healing: You can book various massages and therapies while we’re there
• Nature Immersion: Jungle trails, ocean breezes, and the healing presence of Costa Rica

The Trip Includes

• 4 nights / 5 days accommodations
• All meals – fresh, nourishing, and locally sourced
• Regional transportation from Limon airport
• Choice of room: Shared ($3,500) or Private ($4,200)

Why Go with Us?

If you’re a science-minded individual who has heard about experiences like this but are worried about the portrayal and practice of taking mushrooms in an overly spiritual, new-age, or whoo-whoo way, this is the trip for you. We’re running this experience the way we’d like it run: safe, controlled and with the science at the front. We’re bringing this to you in the way we want it to be done as well, fully backed by the science and administered in a safe and guided manner.

The container for this experience is being conducted in tandem by Tradd and Irene and the professionals of Blue Portal, who created the experiences for the videos we made on it (see below). If you’d like to go next November, let us know now as we are actively organizing it to make it a great experience for everyone.

You also get these things:

• Small group intimacy (6-10 participants)
• World-class facilitators with years of experience
• A safe, sacred, and supportive environment
• A chance to step outside of daily life and truly transform

If You’re Interested:

Start by filling out the form below and we’ll reach out to chat about the potential of having you next year.

but you can CLICK HERE TO FILL OUT YOUR APPLICATION for this educational experience.