- Treasures of Xenia -
Xenia is home to many blessings, namely of the natural variety.
There are specific things however that you will find here that are not common to just any place.
Each have their own story built from time, spirit and destiny.
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OPA– The Ancient Tree Opa, a 1000 year Douglas Fir tree, is one of two old growth trees remaining on Bowen Island. Bowen Island was cleared of almost all its old trees by the early part of this century. Opa, scarred by saws and marked by the logger’s axe, somehow avoided the clear-cutting of the island. Opa was spared for a reason. We are graced with the presence of this sentient being and it is a humbling experience to stand at Opa’s feet. Opa will listen to your story and answer your questions. 
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The Labyrinth – 11 Circuits The Labyrinth is an Archetype, a divine imprint found in spiritual traditions in various forms around the world. By walking the labyrinth we are discovering a long forgotten mystical tradition which becomes a metaphor for our own spiritual journey. The walk is a shared journey – an activity which communities can do together to coalesce and unify vision. The labyrinth is a mandala that meets our longing for a change of heart; for a change of ways in how we live together and for the energy, the vision, and the courage to become agents of transformation. Angelyn has trained as a Facilitator with Rev. Dr. Lauren Artress who is Canon of Grace Cathedral in San Francisco, and who created the world-wide Labyrinth Project. Xenia’s outdoor labyrinth, outlined in stone, is an ancient Hopi/Cretan/Celtic design. This eleven-circuit Labyrinth dates back some 4,000 years. 
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Meditation Sanctuary The Sanctuary was built entirely of wood from Xenia by two special Angels, Matthew and Tarla, who donated their time, love and skill to this project. Many of the materials were also donated. The moment you step into the Sanctuary, the pristine silence greets you and a peace moves through the air. With an eternal candle holding silent vigil 24 hours a day. A universal symbol of love and peace. 
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The Barn – Le Château Boww “The barn affectionately named: Château Boww…was Kasara’s dream. Brian Silver designed and helped frame up the barn structure and for over eight years it sat there awaiting completion. Due to lack of funds, it sat there and sat there year after year. Some of our guests thought it was some kind of art form because it had been sitting like that for so many years. One day I asked my nephew Dan to chain saw the thing down because I was tired of being reminded of the financial situation we were in. Meanwhile Boww, Kasara’s horse, awaited a promise of a new barn and a new companion. He was very patient and deserves the honour of the name given to the barn. Eight long years later, through a new business venture, we were able to buy the materials for the barn and Kasara’s wonderful, and very talented boyfriend, Andy created the most gorgeous, over the top, new home for Boww. On the heals of the barn opening, Boww received his handsome new companion, Khodo to share his luxurious digs with.” - Angelyn
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