Join us for the Brujas Retreat, a summertime gathering to welcome the solstice, reflect on our spiritual journeys, and reclaim the word bruja in all its power, complexity, and truth.
We’ll hike together, embrace the energy of the sun, and dive into the meaning of bruja—its history, its impact, and the ways we can redefine it for ourselves. I’ll be sharing some of the practices, resources, and lessons that have shaped my own path, and together we’ll hold space for connection, reflection, and the magic we each carry.
Date: Sunday, June 29, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Kaaterskill Falls in the Catskills (New York)
Level: Easy to moderate (must be okay with steps!)
If you’ve been feeling the call to step deeper into your own power, your healing, or your curiosity around spiritual practice and plant medicine—this is for you.
Let’s walk with intention. Let’s honor the solstice.
Let’s remember the brujas we are, have been, and are becoming.
Capped at 20 participants.
Distance: About 3 miles (round trip)
About the hike: Ready to see the highest cascading waterfall in New York State? When I tell you that this hike is just too good, I’m not kidding. This short but steep hike takes you to the base of one of the highest waterfalls in the Catskill Mountains. All in less than two miles, so while a tad steep, it’s ideal for beginners. The water drops 175 feet from the top, past a natural amphitheater created by the overhang of the upper falls cap rock.
breakdown:
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM: Welcome/Smudging/Introductions
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM: Hike in
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM: Replenish + Guided Journaling by the Waterfall
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM: Hike back/Closing circle
Here’s what to expect:
🥾 A grounding spiritual hike
✨ Energy cleansing with ethically-sourced sage or Palo Santo
💬 A supportive space to connect with like-minded women of color
what’s included:
Energetic cleanse with Sage and/or Palo Santo
Grounding Meditation
Guided Spiritual Hike
Reclama Journal and Gel Feather Pen
Guided Sharing Circles
What to Bring:
Comfortable hiking shoes (the terrain is mostly flat, but there are some rocky areas). If not, sturdy sneakers that aren’t mesh.
Water and snacks for a peaceful break at one of the viewpoints.
sliding scale exchange:
$66, $77, or $88
Bring a friend for $111 (for two spots)
Please Note: Refunds are not available but transfers are. In case of inclement weather (heavy snow or rain), the hike will be rescheduled.
WHY HIKE?
It boosts endorphins, reduces stress and helps keep you present. By allowing ourselves to be unapologetically spiritual in a place like the outdoors, we honor and affirm how we take up space in the world.
WHY JOURNAL?
The peace you get from being out on a hike naturally leads to personal reflection because your mind is super clear and you’re tapped into your highest self. Writing in this state is a powerful way to connect with yourself and what you want out of life. Once the pen hits the paper, anything is possible.
SIDE EFFECTS OF HIKING WITH US INCLUDE:
Spiritual freedom as we unapologetically take up space in nature, self-esteem on point, nature high that lasts about a week, inner peace, remembering who the fuck you are, feeling grounded, deep connection with nature, appreciation for ancestral land a.k.a. Pachamama, self-revelations through journaling, and the sassiness to stand in your power. You’ll always walk away from a hike feeling better than how you came in.