Green Tara Retreat (Online)

A hybrid retreat inviting students to embrace the wisdom and compassion of Green Tara, guided by Jetsunma Jamyang Palmo.

In-person registration for this program closes on Friday, October 15 @ 12:00pm MT.

*Note: This page displays registration for online attendance for the Green Tara Retreat. If you’re looking to attend in-person, you can find the in-person attendance registration page HERE. 

Retreat Details 

• Teacher: Jetsunma Jamyang Yeshe Palmo 
  
• Dates: October 15 – October 18, 2026.
• Arrivals & Departures: Students arrive between 2:30-5:00 pm on October 15 and depart the morning of October 19 after a full day of programming on October 18. If driving themselves, students may choose to depart after the closing session on October 18, ending around 4:30 pm.
  • A note on Shuttles to and from the Bodhi House:
    • Arrival Shuttles- The final arrival shuttle to the Bodhi House departs from MSO at 3 pm on October 15. Please arrive at the Missoula Airport by 2:30 p.m. at the latest to ensure you can make the 3:00 p.m. departure for Bodhi House.
    • Departure Shuttles- Shuttles will depart on October 19 around 9:00 a.m.
• Location: Namchak Retreat Ranch in Hot Springs, Montana
• Format: Hybrid (Online and In-Person at the Namchak Retreat Ranch) 
• Food: Vegetarian

About this Retreat

Green Tara, the “Mother of All Buddhas,” offers boundless support in overcoming fear, dissolving inner and outer obstacles, and awakening the courageous heart. Throughout this weekend, Jetsunma will lead participants through the essential practice of Green Tara, from the practice composed by Pegyal Lingpa (a close teacher of Tulku Sangak Rinpoche.)

Led by Jetsunma Jamyang Palmo, whose teachings bridge ancient wisdom with modern relevance, this retreat is both a spiritual refuge and a call to compassionate action. Whether you are new to Buddhist practice or seeking to deepen an existing connection, this weekend offers a rare opportunity to engage directly with Tara’s transformative presence in a container of peace, beauty, and guidance.

This is a hybrid program.

Who Is This Retreat Suited For? 

This program is open to anyone — from beginners curious about Green Tara to seasoned practitioners seeking to deepen their experience of these practices. No prior experience required.

Schedule

Thursday – October 15, 2026 

• 2:30 – 5:00 pm Rolling arrival at the Bodhi House and settle in
• 5:30 – 6:20 pm Dinner & Brief Orientation
• 6:30 – 8:00 pm –Welcome & Teaching with Jetsunma
• 8:15 – 9:15 pm – Opening Circle with tea & snacks (in-person)
• 9:15 – 10:00 pm – Winding down before bedtime
• 10:00 pm – Noble Silence

Friday – October 16, 2026 

• 7:00 am – Wake-up bell (final call)
• 7:05 – 7:25 am – Gentle guided stretching to prepare body for meditation (optional)
• 7:30 – 8:00 am – Optional Meditation Practice Session
• 8:00 – 8:45 am – Breakfast
• 8:45 – 9:00 am – Kitchen Rota Orientation
• 9:30 – 10:30 am – *Oral Transmission & Empowerment with Jetsunma
  • *Please note that to receive the empowerment, you need to attend this retreat in person. However, everyone, both in-person and online attendees, will receive the oral transmission during this session, and those online are welcome to stay online to witness the empowerment.
• 10:30 – 10:45 am – Short Break
• 10:45 – 12:00 pm – Teachings with Jetsunma
• 12:00 – 1:00 pm – Lunch
• 1:00 – 1:50 pm – Scheduled time for Karma Yoga in Noble Silence
• 2:00 – 4:30 pm – Teachings with Jetsunma (includes short break)
• 4:30 – 5:00 pm – Break
• 5:00 – 6:00 pm – Dinner
• 6:00 – 6:55 pm – Break for resting, reading, walking, contemplating, or meditating
• 7:00 – 8:15 pm – Tea, sharing, and cookies
• 8:30 – 9:30 pm – Optional Meditation Practice Session
• 10:00 pm – Noble Silence

Saturday – October 17, 2026 

• 7:00 am – Wake-up bell (final call)
• 7:05 – 7:25 am – Gentle guided stretching to prepare body for meditation (optional)
• 7:30 – 8:00 am – Optional Meditation Practice Session
• 8:00 – 8:45 am – Breakfast
• 9:30 – 12:00 pm – Teachings with Jetsunma (includes short break)
• 12:00 – 1:00 pm – Lunch
• 1:00 – 1:50 pm – Scheduled time for Karma Yoga in Noble Silence
• 2:00 – 4:30 pm – Teachings with Jetsunma (includes short break)
• 4:30 – 5:00 pm – Break
• 5:00 – 6:00 pm – Dinner
• 6:00 – 6:55 pm – Break for resting, reading, walking, contemplating, or meditating
• 7:00 – 8:15 pm – Tea, sharing, and cookies
• 8:30 – 9:30 pm – Optional Meditation Practice Session
• 10:00 pm – Noble Silence

Sunday – October 18, 2026 

• 7:00 am – Wake-up bell (final call)
• 7:05 – 7:25 am – Gentle guided stretching to prepare body for meditation (optional)
• 7:30 – 8:00 am – Optional Meditation Practice Session
• 8:00 – 8:45 am – Breakfast
• 9:30 – 12:00 pm – Teachings with Jetsunma (includes short break)
• 12:00 – 1:00 pm – Lunch
• 1:00 – 1:50 pm – Scheduled time for Karma Yoga in Noble Silence
• 2:00 – 4:30 pm – Final Teachings with Jetsunma (includes short break)
  • 4:30 pm – Some students who drove themselves may depart following teachings or the dinner to follow, and those with flights in the morning will stay to shuttle out at 9am the following morning.
• 4:30 – 5:00 pm – Break
• 5:00 – 6:00 pm – Dinner
• 6:00 – 6:55 pm – Break for resting, reading, walking, contemplating, or meditating
• 7:00 – 8:15 pm – Tea, sharing, and cookies
• 8:30 – 9:30 pm – Optional Meditation Practice Session
• 10:00 pm – Noble Silence

Monday – October 19, 2026 

• 7:00 am – Wake-up bell (final call)
• 7:05 – 7:25 am – Gentle guided stretching to prepare body for meditation (optional)
• 7:30 – 8:00 am – Optional Meditation Practice Session
• 8:00 – 8:30 am – Breakfast
• 8:30 – 9:00 am – Rolling Check Out

Lodging + Meals 

Participants will enjoy nourishing meals prepared on-site, including:

• 4 dinners 
• 3-4 breakfasts (depending on whether driving or flying- see schedule & shuttle info)
• 3 lunches 
• Snacks & tea

Sliding Scale Pricing Structure:

Financial Accessibility
Our intention is to make this offering financially accessible to all, so we offer a tiered fee structure. Please choose whichever level works best for you. No one will be turned away due to a lack of funds.
If you would like to apply for financial assistance to attend this offering, please reach out to our Community Steward, Kate (kmorris@namchak.org).

Payment Plans
If supportive, students may opt to pay a 50% deposit on their ticket at the time of purchase and pay out the remaining 50% of the retreat ticket cost in equal installments over the next 6 months (180 days) following the start of the program (October 15, 2026).

Our Tiers

• Supported – For those with limited financial resources who will benefit from participating in the retreat.
• Suggested – For those with sufficient financial resources who can pay for the experience without difficulty.
• Sponsored – For those with the financial resources and the desire to support access for others.

In-Person Tuition Options

The in-person ticket price for this retreat includes a shuttle* from Missoula Airport (MSO) to Bodhi House at Namchak Retreat Ranch in Hot Springs, Montana, meals, and lodging.

• Supported Room -$500
• Suggested Room -$650
• Sponsored Room -$800

Online Tuition Options

• Supported Room -$75
• Suggested Room -$150
• Sponsored Room -$250

Logistics & Transportation:

• Shuttles:
  • A shuttle to and from the Bodhi House from the Missoula airport will be provided on Thursday and Monday.
  • Arrivals: In order to be included in the arrival departure schedule, please plan to arrive in Missoula, MT by 2:30 pm on Thursday, October 15, at the latest.
  • Departures: Please note that the first shuttles back to Missoula on Monday, October, 19 will not arrive at the ranch before 9:00 am. We recommend scheduling return flights accordingly. We will provide a departure shuttle on Monday, departing at 9:00 AM to the Missoula Airport (90-minute drive).
  • If you need to catch an early morning flight, you’ll need to book a private shuttle with MSO Shuttle. Their one-way fare is approximately $309, and they can be contacted directly for scheduling. You can also rent a car from the Missoula airport upon your arrival to accommodate your flight schedule. 
  • Lodging (small individual rooms with a twin-sized bed at the Bodhi House), food, and a shuttle are included in the retreat price.
  • If you have questions or concerns about shuttle timing, feel free to reach out to Meggan at mquigley@namchak.org

Inbound Shuttles to the Namchak Retreat Ranch:

• Shuttle 1 will depart at 1 pm from Missoula on Thursday afternoon, October 15th.
• Shuttle 2 will depart at 3:00 pm from Missoula on Thursday afternoon, October 15th.

Outbound Shuttles to the Missoula, MT Airport 

• Shuttles will depart from the Bodhi House at 9 am on Monday, October 19th.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be a Buddhist to attend this retreat?
No, this retreat is open to anyone who may be interested in receiving Green Tara teachings.

What is an empowerment?
An empowerment (Sanskrit: abhisheka) is a ceremony where a qualified lama connects a recipient with a specific deity (or deities) and their associated practices. It is considered the gateway into Vajrayana practice. It involves commitment to work with the teacher who gives the empowerment as well as a commitment to that certain practice.

Do I have to take the empowerment?
No, you do not. This is an optional offering for those attending in-person who are clear about following the Vajrayana Path. It also bestows blessings onto the participant, empowering them to engage with that practice. An empowerment involves taking refuge vows, bodhisattva vows, and tantric vows.
Note: Students must attend in-person to take the empowerment. Online participants are welcome to witness the ceremony virtually and support their sangha members.

Do I need to be a Buddhist to receive this empowerment?
If you choose to take this empowerment, you do not need to have already been a Buddhist. However, taking the empowerment will commit you to the Vajrayana Buddhist path.

What type of diet will we eat during this retreat?
The food served at the Namchak Retreat Ranch for this retreat will be strictly vegetarian.

If I miss a session, will I have access to the recording?
Yes, this retreat will be recorded.

Will we be doing a khata ceremony or offering dana?
At the end of the teachings, you will have the opportunity to participate in a khata ceremony with Jetsunma. This is a Tibetan ritual that we practice at the end of a teaching where you present a white scarf to your teacher to show your respect, appreciation, and well-wishes. Namchak will provide khatas, although you are also welcome to bring your own. During this ceremony, you are also welcome to present an offering, or dana, to your teacher. It could be anything from a monetary offering to a physical gift. What matters most is that it comes from your heart, however small or large the offering is. It is also important that what you offer helps to unravel your sense of grasping, even just a little bit.