Sanctuary of the Heart

Featured event

Vision Quest

When
April 12–18, 2026
Where
Indian Reserve, Northern California
Investment
$985
The Indian Reserve: rolling hills, oak groves, and a gentle river in Northern California

The Sacred Land

The Indian Reserve is a secluded wilderness sanctuary, adorned with striking rock formations, sweeping grassy hills, and a vibrant mosaic of oak groves, manzanita thickets, and chaparral.

This land pulses with life—home to native wildlife such as coyotes, deer, bobcats, mountain lions, wild turkeys, quail, and river otters. A gentle river traces the edge of the base camp, winding through the terrain and nourishing everything in its path.

At night, the sky stretches endlessly overhead, wrapping you in a shimmering blanket of stars. In spring, wildflowers burst into color, and the creek flows strong and clear. It's a place where the veil between earth and spirit disappears—where the sky feels close, and the land hums with energy.

The Salinan natives, the original stewards of this land, were hunter-gatherers with rich traditions in basketry, ceremonial practices, and oral storytelling. Their wisdom still lingers in the soil and wind, inviting those who walk here to listen, connect, and remember.

Shamanic drum

The Intention

Since time immemorial, people have gone to the wilderness to seek guidance and renewal, to let their old lives and old selves die, to find the condition where Spirit may rekindle, reborn within them.

A Vision Quest is a personal spiritual journey undertaken as a rite of passage, a means towards reaching a turning point in life to find oneself and seek a vision for one's spiritual and life direction—similar to initiation in some Native American cultures.

Your Guides

Mayi Goodenough

Mayi Goodenough

A kind-hearted and empathic spiritual teacher who has embraced the study of self-healing and spiritual awareness for many years. She is certified as an Equine Experiential Learning Coach and has been teaching in shamanic programs since 2012. Mayi is passionate about connecting with Spirit through Nature and the elements.

mayi@sanctuaryoftheheart.love

Lee Trammell

Lee Trammell

For over 13 years, Lee has immersed himself in shamanic practices, deeply inspired by the profound journey that many undertake into the wilderness. His passion lies in connecting people with the Earth's spirits and guiding them to uncover their sacred paths toward renewal and empowerment.

leelandtrammell@yahoo.com

What's Included

Who it's for

Graduates

Reserved for graduates of the “Walking the Shaman's Path” program. Non-graduates may inquire about availability.

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