Sunday, March 23

Medicine Hike In Griffith Park

Ritual & Remedy: A gentle hike with healing intent in Griffith Park.

By Urban Healers of LA

Date and time

Sunday, March 23 · 11am - 12:30pm PDT

Location

Old Los Angeles Zoo

4801 Griffith Park Drive Los Angeles, CA 90027 United States

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 1 day before event

Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.

Agenda

11:00 AM - 11:10 AM

Meet at Old Zoo parking lot - greet and socialize

We will visit and chat before entering into an intentional silent hike

11:10 AM - 11:30 AM

Medicine Hike Up

We will silently hike at a gentle pace, collecting stones or other natural items we may find along the way.

11:30 AM - 11:50 AM

Collective Nature Altar Build - Power Animal Discussion

As a group we will arrange what we have gathered along the way into a simple mandala. We will have a brief discussion of thoughts and ideas regarding the healing arts and natural healing methods.

11:50 AM - 12:10 PM

Hike Down Return

Jess Hagan

We will continue our discussion as we head back down and return to the starting point. All times are a general estimate. This event lasts an hour and a half.

About this event

Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes

Join us for a gentle hike with healing intent in Griffith Park. We will dive deeper into a discussion and exploration of how to work with the Spirit of the Land in Constellations.

This hike is a companion to our on-line Learning Circle where we study the teachings of the Sun Bear Medicine Wheel. This outdoor event is an opportunity to connect with nature, set meaningful intentions, and reflect on goals and challenges.

This hike is the final gathering for our monthly weekend healing arts intensives that begin with a Friday online class, continue with a Saturday in-person Constellations workshop, and end with a Sunday nature outing.

We will gather at the parking lot for the historic Old Zoo and take a few minutes to meet and socialize briefly. Once everyone arrives, there will be a brief presentation/talk about a healing topic for the day and a handout for further reading. We will then head up a gentle trail for about 20 minutes. We will purposefully walk in silence going up and focus on tuning into the natural world.

As we go, we will each gather natural materials we find along the way—feathers, stones, leaves, etc. At our destination we will then create a small collective altar where we can set personal intentions and open yourself to natural guidance.

On the way back down we can choose to keep silent or to socialize with others.

These Earth Medicine Hike study:

The Medicine Wheel (as taught by Sun Bear)
Spirit Animal Teachings
Knowing Field Constellation work

We work with card readings, stones, and discussion to find messages and life guidance.

About the Hike Leader

Jess Hagan is the founder of Urban Healers of LA, an alternative healing resource that offers workshops and events. Visit Urban Healers of LA to learn more.

Frequently asked questions

How will I find you in the park?

We will send exact coordinates upon registration.

Why is it a silent hike?

It is a semi-silent hike. We will listen to nature on the way up and then visit on the way down. This is so that we can clear our minds and let the outdoors refresh us without lots of mental activity.

What should I bring?

All the things you'd bring on a hike, comfortable shoes and cloths appropriate for the weather, a bottle of water, and a journal if you'd like to take notes.

Are dogs welcome?

Certainly. You must take full responsibility for them.

Why isn't this hike free?

This event is part of a larger Healer Training program with Urban Healers of LA. The event host provides lecture materials and handouts on various topics as well as one-on-one healing work in nature with the group.

What is Constellations work?

An interactive and dynamic group discovery process that works with nature and the imagination to learn about the hidden dynamics of any situation. To learn more about Constellations, join our monthly workshops!

What are Spirit Animal Teachings?

Spirit Animal Teachings are a contemplative way of finding guidance for life challenges by observing the messages of animals. We live on earth with wise teachers who have messages for us whenever we seek to listen. To learn more about Spirit Animals visit my blog at Urban Healers of LA.

Organized by

Urban Healers of LA

Hi, I’m Jess. I founded Urban Healers of LA to build a community of people who are passionate about finding healing resources to help us grow and improve our lives. I hold workshops to teach methods I have discovered over the years for healing from debilitating injuries both physical and emotional. In my experience, long-lasting wellness occurs in a supportive community. For more info on me visit: Urban Healers Of LA