Come experience harvesting as an intentional, relational and reciprocal ritual.
This ritual invites us to slow down and reconnect with nature, ourselves, and each other.
We will gather for a mindful cosecha (harvest), approaching the blueberries with intention, love, and a spirit of reciprocity. This practice goes beyond mere fruit-gathering; it's an opportunity to honor the land, acknowledge our place within the natural world, and cultivate a deeper sense of gratitude for Earth's bounty. From grounding ourselves to carefully selecting and receiving the berries, we will explore the profound connections between humans and the environment. This experience aims to transform a simple act into a meaningful ritual, reminding us of the beauty and importance of living in harmony with nature.
In this ritual, you can expect to participate in:
An opening ceremony where we will connect to the four directions and elements
A blessing/cleanse with sacred copal (a type of incense from Mexico) offered to participants
A gentle walk through a natural setting
Mindful exploration activities engaging all five senses (including harvesting blueberries)Reflection periods through individual contemplation and group sharing
A closing ceremony where we will share homemade blueberry sorbet
What to Bring:
Comfortable walking shoes and clothes
Something to sit on (small blanket)
An open heart and a curious spirit
Community-supported pricing (includes a 1/2 pint of blueberries to take home; any additional harvest will incur an extra cost)
Reciprocity: $30
Solidarity: $45
Pay it forward: $50
You can Pay Andrea with Venmo (@kinamheart), Cash or Check.
This ritual will be guided by Andrea Jaramillo, a certified forest therapy guide from the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy. Andrea is also a bilingual holistic hospice nurse, urban farmer, space holder, ceremonialist, and beekeeper in training. As an immigrant from Ecuador, she is devoted to learning about life transitions (life, death, and the in-between) as well as rituals and medicines from Mesoamerican and South American traditions.
To learn more about our guide visit https://forestnurse.com/about-your-guide/