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Formed: 1969 Established: 1970

This page last updated:4/7/2013

Song of the Morning

Vanderbilt, Michigan,

United States

Song of the Morning Yoga Retreat Center is located on 800 acres in scenic northern Michigan. Guests are welcome to visit year-round for spiritual rest and relaxation.

Accommodations for up to 60 guests are available. We also have camping available in addition to indoor lodging. Delicious vegetarian meals are included in the reasonable lodging rates.

We feature regular programs focused on reaching a better understanding of ones physical, mental and spiritual potential. Various applications of the science of yoga are explored in a practical and scholarly manner. Our future vision is for these programs to evolve into a Yoga University.

We were founded by Yogacharya J. Oliver Black, a direct disciple of Paramahansa Yogananda. For over 40 years our focus has been to help people commune with their inner presence through yogic meditation. Ongoing services include our weekly Sunday service and evening meditation.

A river flows through this beautiful location, which features a network of trails and scenic overlooks. With a friendly staff to help guests enjoy their stay, we offer a rare opportunity for visitors to experience spiritual rest and relaxation in a supportive and nourishing environment.

We are also blessed with the growing Clear Light Community, which is populated by full-time residents who have chosen to build homes here and grow with us at Song of the Morning.

Website: http://www.songofthemorning.org/

Contact:

9607 Sturgeon Valley Rd
Vanderbilt, Michigan 49795 United States
Phone: 989-983-4107

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Former/Other Names: Golden Lotus, Inc.

This page last updated:4/7/2013

Visitors Accepted

Visitor Process: Please call or email if you would like to visit. You can find out more about us at: www.songofthemorning.org.

Statement of Housing Non-discrimination:

Our community does not discriminate in regards to housing based on race/color, national origin, religion, sex/gender, family status (i.e. having children, not having children, or being pregnant), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, source of income, age, creed, personal appearance, political affiliation, HIV infection, military/veteran status, unfavorable military discharge, gender identity or expression, receiving public assistance, or being the victim of domestic abuse.

Population Members(adults and children): 12 Open to new members: Yes	Government Decision Making: Other (Board of Directors) Identified Leader: No Leadership Core Group: Yes	Labor and Money Financial Style: Members have independent finances Join Fee: No (memberships are optional, $30 full-time student, $50 single, $80 couple, $105 family) Regular Fees: No
Land and Buildings Rural Area: 800 acres (323.7 hectares) Land Owned By: Other (Golden Lotus, Inc.) Number of Residences: 7	Food, etc. Percentage of Food Grown: 1-5% Share Community Meals: 1 time/week Dietary Practice: Primarily vegetarian Alcohol Use: Prohibited Tobacco Use: Prohibited	Social Factors Common Spiritual Practices: Yes Which Spiritual Traditions(s): Eastern :: Ecumenical (includes "all religions") :: Eclectic (integrates pieces from many religions) (Primarily draws from Hindu and Christian traditions)

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