Sept 15 - 17, 2023
PEACE & CLEANSING
FORGIVENESS & RECONCILIATION
HEALING & DREAMINg
Where
McCabe's Cabin across the bridge
(a secret site-directions provided.)
Camping. Limited spaces. 20 participants.
Cost
Sliding Scale: $425-$650.
All proceeds support the Ancestral School in the Dagara Village of Grandfather Doh and Toure.
Water is life! And we will celebrate the ancient pathways of water, exploring our relationship to water’s omnipotent and divinely shape-shifting presence while taking part in a 3-day gathering along the banks of the Poudre River.
Water Ritual Leaders
Lucky for us, while we dip into the river, Elder Doh, and Elder Daouda Toure will anchor our ritual in Africa. And as a Water diviner, Susan Manchester will lead in ritual and at the river and Greg Vogel will hold the ground at the camp and as the most magical of Fire Keepers.
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The Power of Water
People are seeking to shift into deeper vibratory awareness--so let's learn to approach the water with reverence and amplify our listening skills increasing our ability to receive direct downloads from the water. We will listen with eyes-and-ears all over our bodies to the ancient pathways of this majestic river. The element of water brings forth peace, forgiveness, and transformation. Water has power in its ability to shape-shift from ice to mist, from a calm pond into a rapidly flowing river. A glacier. A Tsunami.
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In Honor of Malidoma Patrice Some
Creating this Water Ritual, we honor the life work of Malidoma Patrice Some and his teaching of African Spiritual Technology.
Sites limited. Food and water provided.
If you plan to join us, Please email Susan or Greg:
susanmanchester1202@gmail.com for more details.
Please make a payment to reserve your spot.
Venmo: Susan-Manchester-1
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To get to the venue, put in directions on your phone to Mishawaka Ampitheatre (13714 POUDRE CANYON HIGHWAY, BELLVUE, COLORADO 80512).
Once you reach the Mishawaka, go an additional 4.4 miles until you see a small suspension foot bridge crossing over the Poudre River on the left hand side of the road. You'll see the bridge just before the road does a sharp curve to the right. GO PAST the bridge, around the curve, and find one of the next road pullouts that you can use and SAFELY turn around. Park on the same side of the road as the bridge/river, in the small pullout spot. There will also be some African, colorful fabric to mark the spot.
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Friday Arrival time 2pm. We ask that you stay until everything is cleaned up Sunday midday.
If you are unable to make it Friday, you may arrive Saturday at 9 or 10 am.
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At the center of Dagara Cosmology is the Earth, and its Village. And our Village is rustic. No Joke. We are off the grid. Better chance the Water Spirits will show up without 5G interference. We have a beautiful outhouse. And spring water to drink. And the river for swimming and bathing. We wake up with the sun and dawn chorus of birds and go to sleep under the stars listening to the river.
The cabin has 2 bunk beds, 1 queen, 1 full size futon.
The property has approximately 10 camp spots, and numerous hammock spots.
What to Bring for Ritual
A Tent for Camping.
Sleeping bag + Pillow
Ground pad / air mattress (if sleeping in tent)
Flashlight or headlamp and extra batteries for walking at night
Solar Showers if you want a warm shower instead of dipping in the river or a hot pot of water from the village fire.
All biodegradable suds like Dr. Bronner’s for soap.
Organic toothpaste, toothbrush, etc.
Insect repellent
Hat, visor, bathing suit, towel and sunscreen
A light jacket, sweater or shawl for early morning river meditation.
Late evenings-think layers, it is September in Colorado.
Rain gear, again it is the Rocky Mountains.
Sturdy sandals and/or walking shoes
All areas of the village are connected by a network of earthen trails. Some trails are steep-ish and can be slippery.
A water bottle for refilling as desired. Electrolytes and extra snacks.
Mug for coffee, tea, etc.
Personal First Aid Kit ( sharing is good).
Camp chair
A dream journal and pens,
Small day pack or tote bag
Ritual Map
