Walking with the Medicine Retreat - Fall 2026
Walking with the Medicine Retreat: Deer Mountain Sanctuary — September 24–27, 2026
Join us for a ceremonial retreat at Deer Mountain Sanctuary, north of Mt. Shasta, CA. Tat Erick Gonzalez, Mayan Elder, Kamal B'ey and Aj Q'ij, will hold space for prayer and ceremony, working with the healing plant and fungi allies of Mother Earth through traditional practice.
This ceremony will guide us on a powerful journey of prayer, transformation, and healing, as we strengthen the spirit of gratitude in our lives and deepen our relationship with the sacred plants, fungi, and medicines of Mother Earth. Through this ceremony, we will honor the healing allies of the natural world, invoking their wisdom to support our personal growth, clarity, and renewal.
Accommodations and Details
This retreat takes place in the outdoor arbor at Deer Mountain Sanctuary. Camping is welcome — come prepared for cool nights and possible wet weather. 4WD is recommended for the drive to the ceremonial space.
The suggested contribution for this transformative weekend is $500 – $750 (sliding scale).This reflects the Four Ceremonial Gifts in the lineage. Please give generously as you are able, in support of the medicine people and the path of wellness they hold for us.
If this is your first time participating in a medicine ceremony with Tat Erick, we ask that you schedule a one-on-one spiritual divination Zoom session with him prior to the ceremony. This will help deepen your intention and commitment for the ceremony. Please contact Heddi for scheduling.
Space is limited to [FILL IN: number] people for this gathering.
To secure your place, please [register here]. Deposit of $100 required for registration.
For questions or to schedule a divination, reach out to Heddi at Heddi@earthpeoplesunited.org.
Mayan Calendar Energies and Schedule
At this retreat we'll be working in the Mayan calendar days that carry the energies of the medicine path — infusing our staffs and bundles with wisdom to integrate into our sacred altar, the Ix.
September 24th • Thursday • [FILL IN: Mayan Day]
Arrive between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. to set up personal spaces
3:00 p.m. Welcoming Dinner and Orientation
Evening Opening Circle with Tat Erick
September 25th • Friday • [FILL IN: Mayan Day]
9 a.m. Breakfast
Teaching Circle with Tat Erick following breakfast
1 p.m. Lunch
Continue prayers and preparations for the ceremony
5 p.m. Dinner
All-night Prayer
September 26th • Saturday • [FILL IN: Mayan Day]
Rest and Integration time
1 p.m. Lunch
Sharing Circle
6 p.m. Dinner
September 27th • Sunday • [FILL IN: Mayan Day]
9 a.m. Breakfast
Teaching Circle: the journey home, Gifting Circle
1 p.m. Lunch
Departure by 2 p.m.