Celebrating 25 Years of SCOL
This year marks a remarkable milestone: 25 years of Ser Chö Ösel Ling (SCOL) and 50 years of KCC.
In 2001, KCC purchased the land which previously served as a horse ranch and lies on the ancestral lands of the Rock Creek Band of the Klickitat people. At that time, the 240 acres held a modest two‑bedroom house, a large barn, corral fencing beside a heart‑shaped meadow, a steady creek, and a recovering forest of pine, oak, and fir. Since then, development of a long‑term retreat center has continued, including two cloistered retreat wings and several staff buildings.
Over the years, SCOL has hosted a one‑year retreat, a three‑year retreat, and many shorter retreats and gatherings. Each year we offer guided retreats, opportunities for personal practice, and themed weekends and workshops. All the while, SCOL remains dedicated to nurturing and revitalizing the land so it may support the flora, fauna, and all who visit.
Join Lama Eric for a short glimpse into SCOL’s unfolding story:
To honor this shared journey, we’ll gather on the retreat land this Fall to celebrate all that has unfolded so far and to look ahead with enthusiasm to the retreats and possibilities to come. Future announcements will be shared as plans develop, and you can visit the event page if you’d like to join us on the land for this occasion. Registration is open!
