Skip to main content
Some programs are held in person and online. Check the calendar for details. Before attending read the full protocol here.

whs_main_hall_edit_touchup-2crop.jpg (edited) (edited)


Welcome to White Heron Sangha

A Buddhist community dedicated to fostering an open-hearted refuge for all to explore the transformational practice of meditation and teachings of the Buddha in San Luis Obispo County.




Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
Finding Movement in Stillness & Stillness in Movement
A Daylong Retreat with Devin Wallace Saturday April 26
With silent and guided meditation & qi gong, we'll explore the intriguing movement and stillness paradox. Click here for more information.

Spiritual Bypassing: What It Is and How to Work with It
with David Chernikoff
Hybrid Weekend Retreat
May 31 - June 1

With dharma talks, silent meditation, experiential exercises, and discussion, we'll explore the tendencies we all have to lose our way. We’ll replace self-criticism with self-compassion and confusion with insight as we learn to see these often subtle challenges as part of a curriculum for profound spiritual awakening. Click here for more info and to register.
Recent Articles
Spring 2025 News Feed

 

White Heron Sangha is seeking a new Treasurer to join the board by 2026, as the current treasurer will be stepping down. This volunteer role offers a meaningful opportunity to practice generosity. Click here for more information or reach out to Susan Quinones at susanqrn@gmail.com.



Faces of the Sangha


This project, featuring photos with responses to, 
What does White Heron Sangha mean to you?” 
is an effort to inspire inclusion and interconnection.

All are welcome to participate!
We invite you to have your photo taken and
describe what the sangha means to you.
There will be several photo opportunities
before and after upcoming programs.


Click on the photo to view the 
Faces of the Sangha page


 


Programs

 



Community

 




The loving and supportive community of practice, realizing harmony, awareness, and liberation, to the Sangha I go for refuge.
                         - Thich Nhat Hanh