B’atz is the Mayan Daylord that carries the energies of birthing, the umbilical cord, the threads of life, ancestral wisdom encoded in our genetics, artistic expression, and the feminine force of creation in all things. When paired with Belejeb (9), the sacred vibration of birthing, Bejeleb B’atz becomes a powerful time to honor women as the birthers and caretakers of life.

This ceremonial day arrives 40 days after Waqxaqui (8) B’atz, the cycle of spiritual renewal led by the men, reminding us of the sacred balance between the masculine and feminine. Together, these days weave a rhythm of renewal, creation, and continuity in the Mayan calendar.

Just five days later comes Jun (1) Ajmak, the day of blessing for the children. On this day, communities gather to offer prayers for the wholeness and well-being of all children—both those living among us and the inner child within each of us. We give thanks for the gift of life, blessing with flowering staffs and offerings to the Mayan Fire.

Time at the creek, moments of quiet, and simple acts of preparing food together are all part of the medicine of the weekend — weaving relationship with one another and with the natural world.

Participants will arrive Friday afternoon to settle into camp and begin our time together in circle. Early Saturday morning we will travel to the ceremonial grounds to prepare the fire and lodge, followed by the purification ceremony and time for rest and integration.

On Sunday, we will gather at sunrise for prayer and offerings, and close our time together in a spirit of gratitude and connection.