The members of Soul of the Mother want to welcome you to our Healing Lodge and ceremonial grounds on the shores of the Grand River. We are careful to steward these lands for the many people who come to the land seeking healing and spiritual renewal. We offer guidance for you to follow as you join us in transformative experiences on the land. Your safety and well-being are our utmost concern.
- The ceremonies are open to all persons who respect the sacredness of the Lodge and the directions provided by the Ceremonial Leaders.
- Please respect all participants and act with patience and kindness.
- Participation in ceremonies is by personal choice.
- Please practice spiritual discipline in between ceremonies to integrate the teachings and be responsible for your healing.
- Children are most welcome in ceremonies. Parents are responsible for the safety of their children, knowing a river and a busy highway are nearby.
- Children under 18 years must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and have written permission from the parent or guardian if accompanied by another adult.
- Our land and lodges are sacred and are alcohol- and drug-free.
- Please keep the land and Lodge clean and tidy.
- Participants are required to prepare themselves, the offerings, and the ceremonial grounds for the onset of ceremony, clean up after the completion of ceremony, and respect that no pets are allowed on site or in the camping area.
- Regalia from your Nation is appreciated as daily attire. Proper dress is required at all times on ceremony grounds. Women are asked to wear long skirts and long or short-sleeved shirts. Men wear long pants and long or short-sleeved shirts. LGBQT2S+ individuals select long skirts or long pants in keeping with how they identify.
- All participants must sign liability waivers. Medical conditions must be reported to the Ceremonial Leaders and Hosts of the gathering. Medical forms must be completed by all participants with a complete list of your medications and the name of the person designated by you to administer such in case of emergency.
- Emergency numbers for your family are required on the registration form.
- Cell phones and smart watches are not permitted inside the Lodge and should be locked in your vehicles. We ask you to refrain from taking photos or posting ceremony on social media such as Facebook and Instagram, or other sites.
Copyright by Soul of the Mother August 2026
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