Calling all Peruvians in the diaspora in the metro-area, vamos a pasar el dia con Pachamama. Vamos!
In honor of Peruvian Independence Day (July 28-29)—but let’s be real, we celebrate all month!—we’re gathering Peruvians in the diaspora for a powerful day in nature.
Nature is a bridge to our ancestors, offering space to reclaim our strength, reflect, and connect with our heritage. Ancestral landscapes hold sacred wisdom, helping us deepen our sense of identity, honor our roots, and step into our power.
Vanessa, co-founder of The Peruana Collective, at our past hike in the Hudson Valley.
Date: Saturday, July 12, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Cornish Estate Trails
Level: Easy
Distance: 1.8 miles
🚆 Public Transportation Friendly
Take the Metro-North Hudson Line from Grand Central to Cold Spring
The trailhead is a short walk from the station—no car needed!
Exact meetup details will be emailed 3 days before the hike
Distance: 1.8 miles round trip
About the hike: We’ll explore the scenic Cornish Estate Trail in Cold Spring, NY—an easy, under-2-mile trail perfect for clearing your mind, grounding yourself, and reconnecting with nature. Expect lush greenery, peaceful paths, and an opportunity to unplug from the city while tapping into your ancestral connection to the land. Plus, it’s train-friendly for those coming from NYC!
🌿 Who Can Join?
While The Peruana Collective focuses on creating spaces for Peruvian women, for this special event, we’re opening it up to all Peruvians in the diaspora—men and women are welcome! Bring a friend, a sibling, or come solo and connect with new people through cultura, comunidad, and the great outdoors.
This event is organized by Cindy Rodriguez & Vanessa Ponce of The Peruana Collective, a community dedicated to bringing Peruanas in the diaspora together through online and IRL events in NY/NJ. We’ve hosted hikes in the past and loved every moment—now it’s your turn to join us!
breakdown:
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM: Welcome/Smudging/Introductions
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM: Hike in
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM: Replanish + Guided Journaling out in nature
1:00 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
From our past hikes there. Now we get to see this magical trail in the winter.
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.