August 20-23, 2009: Medicine Wheel Journey of the South with John English

Summary: Join us in the beautiful pines of Arizona for a journey through the South, the first in a series of four directions of the Medicine Wheel. These experiential workshops are based on ancient wisdom. We will embark on a path of power to release our past and our programming - both energetically and mythically.

- Learn powerful techniques on how to practice non-attachment, non-judgment, non-suffering, and beauty.
- Receive the rites of passage in the shamanic tradition of the Q'ero indigenous people of Peru.
- Learn to use shamanic wisdom to embody the power of life's challenges without suffering and fulfill your life's purpose.
- In the South we also begin to assemble a Mesa, or Shaman's altar, which will assist us with our transformation into our new medicine body.

Description: John English is an award winning author, international speaker, teacher and modern day Shamanic Healer. He is passionate about sharing the journey into empowerment through experiential workshops on ancient wisdom.

Pre-register: 480-473-8957 or medicine@mydreamtimellc.com
Location: Sedona Mago Retreat Center Sedona, Arizona
Website & Flyer:www.mydreamtimellc.com

August 21-23: Sacred Space, Urban Grace:Reconnecting the Spirit of Place with the Soul of People in City Environments with Oscar Miro-Quesada - Bay Area, CA

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Description: Open to people from all walks of life, ages and cultural backgrounds, this artfully crafted apprenticeship in Pachakuti Mesa Tradition (PMT) ceremonial shamanism is ideally suited for city dwellers seeking to positively impact their urban habitat by contributing to the health of our planetary biosphere. Using carefully selected cross-cultural shamanic practices proven to inspire compassionate social action, this workshop provides worldwide metropolitan residents with pragmatic Earth-honoring wisdom to transform the frantic hustle and bustle conditioned human experience of city life, into a much saner and soul restorative Here-and-Now experience of being human.

All attending this uniquely experiential initiation into Pachakuti Mesa Tradition cross-cultural shamanism will:

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August 22-23: Plants, Stones, Spirits, Bones with Kristin Madden and Marcie Galbreath at Ardantane, Jemez Springs, New Mexico

Summary: Join Kristin Madden, author of "The Book of Shamanic Healing", "Shamanic Guide to Death and Dying", and the newly-released "Magick, Mystery and Medicine" and Marcie Galbreath, Irish Craft priestess, for a weekend of hands-on healing and connection.

Description: This class guides students beyond personal shamanic practice into an experiential overview of shamanic healing. Participants can expect to gain a firm grounding in the basics and an introduction to advanced work. Join us to experiment with: • Special methods of protection and grounding • Techniques for diagnosis and divination • Applications of energy work • Plant and animal medicine • The healing power of stones and elements • Ceremonies for transformation • Incantation and spell work • Introduction to soul retrieval • Ethics of healing Shamanism 101 or a grounding in trance work is recommended for this class.

August 24-30: Jose Luis Herrera: Jose Luis Herrera:The Body of Ritual

Summary: For more information: For more information: Peter Vibe 45+47771977 petervibe@mail.tele.dk or www.rainbowjaguar.org

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August 7-9: Sacred Path Of The Andes: A Journey of Self Healing

Summary: It is said in the Andes that the true purpose of life is the evolution of consciousness. Long ago, the shamans of Peru developed an archetypal system designed to advance this goal, one that has worked in the Andes for centuries. The Sacred Path of the Andes course is based on this tradition, which weaves together strands from the desert, high mountains, and jungle traditions. Throughout your work in this field, you will develop your personal mesa, or healing bundle, and will learn techniques for your own transformation. This course teaches us about the great journey of the shaman, one of munay (compassionate love) and of destiny. Together in the spirit of community, we will hold supportive Sacred Space for everyone that provides inclusiveness, safety, and unconditional love.

Description: Location: Sequim, Washington. For more information contact the Siwar Qenti Foundation at contact@siwarqentifoundation.com or vist www.siwarqentifoundation.com

July 7- August 9: A Pilgrimage with Q'ero Maestro, Don Mariano Quispe in North America

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Sacred Geography of the Heart: From the Andes to the Mountains of North America

This summer, you are invited to share a rare opportunity for ceremony and teachings with beloved Q'ero maestro, don Mariano Quispe, as he travels for the first time to North America. This pilgrimage was born of a long-held dream in which don Mariano was asked to honor and ceremonially feed the Sacred Places of North America, connecting them with the Apus (Mountain-Spirits) of the Andes of Peru.

You are warmly invited to be part of don Mariano's pilgrimage in North America!

Description: In July and August, don Mariano will travel to the United States, called here by a vision. Many years ago in a dream, he saw himself walking among unfamiliar mountains in North America. When he awakened, he understood that it was his responsibility to feed the sacred places here, honoring Pachamama (Mother Earth) and deepening the connections between North and South America.

Deeply anchored in the life of the Andean communities he serves, don Mariano laughs when asked about his work, calling himself, "just a paqo," Yet he is treasured as a Kurak Akulleq, visionary and master ceremonialist. Respected for his mastery of ceremonial earth-offerings, healing and initiatory transmissions, he is beloved for his lifetime of work in the tiny villages of the high Andes.

He will travel to the US with longtime friend and apprentice, Dennis Alejo, fluent in Quechua (don Mariano's native language) and also an accomplished guide into understanding Andean ways. During his pilgrimage, Don Mariano will share traditional Q'ero ceremonies, healing rituals, and teachings in California, the Pacific Northwest, Colorado, Georgia, North Carolina, New York and Connecticut - offering a rare opportunity for immersion in the living heart of ancestral wisdom teachings guided by a true maestro.

West Coast: Begins in California July 7-8 with Despacho ceremony near Los Angeles (call Ray for info). For July 11-13, Mt. Rainier pilgrimage, call Axi (971) 678-6839. Workshop at Mt. Shasta, July 17-19, contact Ray Nobriga, noby4@earthlink.net , (530) 918-9232.

Colorado: In Colorado from July 21-24 for pilgrimage. Will also offer informal teachings and ceremony near Rocky Mountain National Park. Contact Jennifer Schofield at jnscho@earthlink.net or (303) 941-7219 for information about the plans for this area.

Southeast: Begins July 26 with Despacho ceremony in Atlanta. Pilgrimage to Mt. Mitchell, NC on July 30. Workshop July 31- August 2. in Highlands, NC will include celebration of Andean New Year. Contact Anita Stewart, samanita@mindspring.com, (404) 373-1219. More info at: www.nativevoicessouth.blogspot.com

Northeast: Will travel to Connecticut for events in NE, including a workshop August 7-9 in the Berkshire Mountains near New Lebanon, New York. For events in this area, contact Laurie Friedler, kuches@aol.com, www.transformationalhealingart.com or (203) 605-2233.

In addition to the scheduled events, a very limited number of individual sessions will be available in each region, offering another way for you to establish or deepen your connection to the Andean path. Personal healings, divinations, and ceremony will be offered; the exact form these individual options may take will be at don Mariano's discretion. Contact the organizer in your area for information or to request and schedule a personal session.

For overall information about don Mariano's journey to North America, contact: Anita Stewart (404-373-1219, samanita@mindspring.com) or Ray Nobriga (530-918-9232, noby4@earthlink.net)

December 1-6, 2008: The Four Winds Society: Walking with Protection in the World - UT

Summary: In this indispensable course you will learn to walk through life with protection and light. We will study practices for unwinding harmful energies like envy and jealousy that can be directed at you or your loved ones, including those negative energies we have called upon ourselves. More information at: www.thefourwinds.com/masters-courses.htm

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December 6-7, 2008: Healing the Fractured Spirit with Kristin Madden, in Jemez Springs, New Mexico

Summary: Healing the Fractured Spirit with Kristin Madden, author of "The Book of Shamanic Healing" - Ardantane School of Shamanic Studies in Jemez Springs, New Mexico

Central to shamanic healing practice is the recognition that the soul can splinter or fragment as a defense against trauma and shock. Expect to explore the nature of the soul and gain hands-on experience in retrieving and reintegrating lost power and soul fragments, both for yourself and others. Special attention will be paid to protection methods and ceremonies, working with spirit allies, diagnostic methods, integration, reclaiming and retaining power. Prerequisite: Shamanic Healing 101 or equivalent

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July 17-19: Sacred Space, Urban Grace:Reconnecting the Spirit of Place with the Soul of People in City Environments with Oscar Miro-Quesada in Chicago, IL

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Description: Open to people from all walks of life, ages and cultural backgrounds, this artfully crafted apprenticeship in Pachakuti Mesa Tradition (PMT) ceremonial shamanism is ideally suited for city dwellers seeking to positively impact their urban habitat by contributing to the health of our planetary biosphere. Using carefully selected cross-cultural shamanic practices proven to inspire compassionate social action, this workshop provides worldwide metropolitan residents with pragmatic Earth-honoring wisdom to transform the frantic hustle and bustle conditioned human experience of city life, into a much saner and soul restorative Here-and-Now experience of being human.

All attending this uniquely experiential initiation into Pachakuti Mesa Tradition cross-cultural shamanism will:

More information available at www.chinchaysuyu.org