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Spiritual Travel to Hopi:
Sacred Guardians of the World

March 8-13, 2018
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Going Home painting

Itinerary
  Thursday,
March 8:
Arrive Tuba City. Meet Carla Woody at our lodging located at Moenkopi Legacy Inn for our opening circle at 5 p.m. to frame the intent of our journey. Settle into accommodations in Tuba City.
  Friday,
March 9:
Early morning departure to visit dinosaur tracks and Newspaper Rock with petroglyphs dating back 2000 years. We return in time to peruse the Tuba City flea market where Hopi and Navajo vendors alike offer pottery, herbal remedies and other treasures. In the afternoon we take in the breathtaking formations of Coal Mine Canyon, hoodoos and pay respects to the spirits said to live there. Lunch provided. Overnight Tuba City.
  Saturday,
March 10:
This morning offers demonstrations and hands-on opportunities of such traditional Hopi lifeways as spinning, piki making and parched corn preparation. We are invited into the Moenkopi home of Charlene and Harold Joseph. Charlene honors us with a visit to her ancestral home in the old village where she shares a poignant, little-told story that has its beginnings many generations ago, still having affect today. We begin to understand the true meaning of place connected to spiritual identity. After dark we attend the Katsina Night Dance in one or more villages, and witness these spirit beings as they work among their people with prayers. Traditional dinner provided. Overnight Second Mesa.
  Sunday,
March 11:
After late Night Dances, this morning is for rest and free time. In the afternoon we venture into hidden Tawaa Park, a well-preserved site with extensive petroglyphs, where we learn the right meaning they plan in Hopi cosmology, history and present-day traditions. Share through storytelling with Charlene and Harold Joseph. Traditional dinner provided. Overnight Second Mesa.
  Monday,
March 12:
We explore ancient villages Old Oraibi and Walpi, with visits to Hopi artists to learn the symbolism used in traditional art and wares. Free afternoon to shop. Overnight Second Mesa.
  Tuesday,
March 13:
In the morning we have our closing circle, returning to Tuba City for the further journey homeward.
  Notes:Sky Harbor International Airport is the closest major airport to Hopi. Allow 3.75 hours from Phoenix to Tuba City.

We build flexibility into the schedule. Activities may be adjusted to accommodate the weather or for other reasons beneficial to the group, if required.


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