Retreat At Sky Ridge Opens New Community Labyrinth On Nov. 19 At 5 pm

Nov. 11, 2010 - PRLog -- (Eureka Springs West, AR) – The Retreat at Sky Ridge luxury cabin resort in Eureka Springs West will open the new Turtle Moon labyrinth to the community on Nov.19, 2010.
Located in a natural setting along Cedar Creek, the classic 7-circuit labyrinth design was created by Rebekah Clark of Eureka Springs and built during the Healing Path Expo recently held at the 130+ acre resort. Unlike a maze designed to hide the ultimate path destination, labyrinths are typically circular with a clear path to the center.
During a construction ceremony on 10/10/10, Kiesha Crowther, also known as “Little Grandmother”, planted sacred crystals where two ley lines meet near the Turtle Moon labyrinth. Born to the Sioux/Salish tribe, Kiesha is a shaman appointed as one of 12 “Wisdom Keepers of the World” by the Continental Council of Indigenous Elders.
Planting of sacred crystals is believed to renew and strengthen Earth’s ley lines. The “Sacred Crystals Keeper” for the new labyrinth is shaman Kit Shepperd, a Eureka Springs resident and Reiki Master teacher who specializes in alternative healing modalities.
Ms. Clark, Kit Shepperd and members of Eureka Healers will conduct a public opening ceremony to officially introduce visitors and residents to this new community resource at 5 pm on November 19.
The Turtle Moon labyrinth will be open to the public daily sunrise to sunset year round, free parking available.

Turtle Moon Labyrinth Location
The Retreat at Sky Ridge Cabin Resort
637 County Road 111
Eureka Springs, AR 72631
479-253-9465
(Near intersection of Hwy. 62 and Rt. 187 South, just West of the White River Bridge.)

Labyrinth Background
For thousands of years, labyrinths have been used around the world in different cultures, including the Celts, Egyptians, American Indians, Greeks, Cretans and many others. Their varied designs have been featured in cave drawings, coins, maps, pottery, basketry, and even body art on almost every continent.
Recently, there has been a rebirth of interest in labyrinths as a spiritual practice and meditation tool. Walking a labyrinth reportedly stimulates both sides of the brain providing the ability to more easily clear one’s mind for internal focus and relaxation. Today they can be found in a variety of locations including schools, community centers, hospitals, and parks.

Organization Background
The Retreat at Sky Ridge and Sky Ridge Pavilion are owned and operated by Inn Nature Hospitality Inc., an Arkansas hospitality corporation. The Retreat at Sky Ridge is a designated native bird refuge offering luxury cabin rentals, wedding and reception facilities amidst ponds, creeks, forests and natural springs.

Media Contacts
* Eric Studer, Executive VP, Inn Nature Hospitality, Inc. 214-676-3860 or ecstuder@innnature.net
* Marie Turnock, Eureka Springs Healers-479-981-2911 or marie@eurekaspringshealers.com
* Rebekah Clark- 479-244-5631 or RClark1673@aol.com
* Kit Shepperd - Shaman, 479-363-9297 or cochise8@earthlink.net

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About Inn Nature Hospitality Inc: The Retreat at Sky Ridge and Sky Ridge Pavilion are owned and operated by Inn Nature Hospitality Inc., an Arkansas hospitality corporation. The Retreat at Sky Ridge is a designated native bird refuge offering luxury cabin rentals, wedding and reception facilities amidst ponds, creeks, forests and natural springs.