Ancestral Voice, Institute for Indigenous Lifeways

Gatherings dedicated to exploring and deepening our connections to the Sacred by receiving Teachings, learning Traditional Songs and the fundamentals of respectful Ceremonial participation or by listening to the Wisdom of invited Elders, Medicine People and Healers from various Indigenous Nations and cultures. Everyone welcome.

Chief Phillip from conducting a Hanbleceya (Traditional Vision Quest) in the Sierras last week.
An evening of Sacred Song, Prayer and Medicine in celebration of the approaching Hunter's Full Moon and Samhain (when the veil between the worlds in thin). An evening not to be missed!
Everyone welcome.

The Purification Lodge (often referred to as a
"sweatlodge"), is an ancient Indigenous Prayer and Healing Ceremony, which combines the Sacred elements - Water, Air and Fire - within the womb of the Earth. Conducted in a Traditional manner, please contact Ancestral Voice for specifics regarding respectful participation.
Everyone welcome.

A gathering in honour of my father, a beloved and respected Roadman who sang his Final Set of Songs last year, we Tie the Water Drum and practice Sacred NAC Songs.
Everyone welcome.

INDIGENOUS HEALING
Medicine peoples' relationship to disease, illness and trauma is wholly unique. Advanced techniques in ancient Native methods of evaluation and treatment, as well as Indigenous perspectives to such phenomena are introduced and thoroughly practiced. Prerequisite: The Indigenous Journey or prior experience with journeywork

In honour of Grandmother's fullness, we gather to Pray, to release and to celebrate. Through Sacred Native Song, Drum and music, She and the Ancestors are invoked, providing direction and healing for ourselves and our relations. The Ceremony, which includes the sharing of a Canunpa Wakan (Sacred Pipe), is conducted in a Traditional manner. Regarding respectful Ceremonial attire: wombyn wear ankle length skirts and a blouse/shirt with long or short sleeves that cover the shoulders. Men wear pants and also a shirt with sleeves. Other identities wear pants wrapped with a sarong and a shirt with sleeves.
As a courtesy, please refrain from wearing perfume, colognes and essential oils. A feast follows so bring healthy fare to share. Respectful reciprocity is requested and appreciated.
Everyone welcome.

Coupling the awareness of the principles of warriorship that can be adopted to suit contemporary life, with the aid of Indigenous wisdom and practices, we discover, examine, confront and begin to eliminate the fears and stumbling blocks which prevent us from finding fulfillment, purpose and Freedom in our lives and to being of service to All of our Relations.
Potent, ancient practices for cultivating courage and living fearlessly will be conveyed. No prior experience necessary.

Indigenous Medicine is one of the most ancient Paths known and traversed by humanity for the acquisition of wisdom, knowledge and healing for one's community, nation, planet and self. Via the vehicles of Indigenous song, movement, Prayer and music, we journey to and explore landscapes and Sacred geographies that Medicine People from diverse cultures have frequented for millennia. Undertaken with specific intent and purpose, we encounter and acquaint ourselves with the Spirits and powerful denizens of these realms- our Allies, Benefactors and Guardians - to learn and partake of the Medicine they have to offer. It is an experience steeped in Spirit, Mystery and Magic, presented in a Traditional manner and provides the foundation upon which to embark on the Path. Additionally, we will address the importance and necessity of decolonizing modern “shamanism” and well as respecting Indigenous understanding and practices regarding Sacraments.

In honour of Grandmother’s fullness, we gather to Pray, to release and to celebrate. Through Sacred Native Song, Drum and music, She and the Ancestors are invoked, providing direction and healing for ourselves and our relations. The Ceremony, which includes the sharing of a Canunpa Wakan (Sacred Pipe), is conducted in a Traditional manner. Regarding respectful Ceremonial attire: wombyn wear ankle length skirts and a blouse/shirt with long or short sleeves that cover the shoulders. Men wear pants and also a shirt with sleeves. Other identities wear pants wrapped with a sarong and a shirt with sleeves.
As a courtesy, please refrain from wearing perfume, colognes and essential oils. A feast follows so bring healthy fare to share. Respectful reciprocity is requested and appreciated.
Everyone welcome.

HUMAN ARTISTRY
Medicine People were the first artists, bringing back beauty from the Source for all to behold. Adept at many forms- dancing, singing, painting, crafts, storytelling, music playing and performance- they conveyed the wisdom and teachings they acquired from the Great Mystery and celebrated the Beauty that their intimate relationship to Nature fostered. Employing Indigenous practices, we too journey into the infinite wellspring of Creation to find nourishment and inspiration to discover, to tap and to cultivate the creative potential of the artist within to become an artist of life. Join us for an exploration of unbridled creativity and the art of being alive. No prior experience necessary.

Chief Phillip from conducting a Hanbleceya (Traditional Vision Quest) in the Sierras last week.
An evening of Sacred Song, Prayer and Medicine in celebration of the approaching Hunter’s Full Moon and Samhain (when the veil between the worlds in thin). An evening not to be missed!
Everyone welcome.

The Purification Lodge (often referred to as a
“sweatlodge”), is an ancient Indigenous Prayer and Healing Ceremony, which combines the Sacred elements - Water, Air and Fire - within the womb of the Earth. Conducted in a Traditional manner, please contact Ancestral Voice for specifics regarding respectful participation.
Everyone welcome.