A list of all courses that Moonstar Lodge has offered
Please go here for the currently available courses and dates.
Psychospiritual Development:
This is the most popular, and probably the most the intense
and exciting of our courses. Developing psychically and
spiritually go hand-in-hand, and happen in a safe (if swift) format.
This is not for the faint-of-heart; you must be ready to try
mediumship, trance work, and psychokinetic practices. The
beginner level works at a quick pace through the metaphysical basics
to understand the possible paths of psychospiritual development, and
acts as the foundation for the advanced level which focuses only on
mediumship, trance work, healing, and meditation practices for the
ascension.
Psychospiritual Development – Beginner Level:
Psychospiritual development is THE foundation for every
other course we teach. It is a directed, formal study of
clairvoyance, clairaudience, clairsentience, clairolfaction
and psychokinesis through a variety of
practices: levitation, spirit photography and recordings, learning
to see the aura (aurvoyance), apparitions, psychometry, meditation,
altered states of consciousness, psychomantium (scrying),
out-of-body experiences, karma, phases of spiritual growth, types of
spiritual beings and more. Mediumship techniques and
channelling are practised weekly. This course changes
people - be prepared for many new life experiences, and homework!
Students are to bring to each class: a binder, pen, pendulums, any
course notes from earlier development groups and PLEASE DO NOT WEAR
PERFUME. Do dress comfortably.
Psychospiritual Development -
Intermediate Level: More channelling, more general
exercises and more homework! Students need to dress
comfortably, and bring a notebook. (Prerequisite -
Beginner Level)
Psychospiritual Development -
Advanced Level: For graduates of our
intermediate development course. We are moving the channelling
concepts forward. Topics include meditation, levitation,
altered states of consciousness, ascension, séance, tarot, dream
work and more. Students need to dress comfortably, and
bring a notebook. (Prerequisite: Intermediate Level).
Development for Ascension – Beginner Level:
This class focuses on the psychospiritual skills for
connecting with and attuning to ascended masters. An
overview of ascension concepts is covered in the first class, but
the focus is on the exercises for channelling and personal
connection. Prerequisite is Psychospiritual Development
Beginner level and can be taken concurrently with Advanced
Development. Students are to bring their development
class notes, and tape recorders (optional). Do not wear
PERFUME OR STRONG DEODORANTS, please. (Prerequisite:
Advanced Development).
Advanced Development for Ascension:
Following our very successful Beginner level, we are keeping up the
momentum for this special form of channelling. It is
open to those who took the first level. Students need to
bring their notes, crystals and tape recorders for this term.
Please – No perfume or strong smelling deodorants.
(Prerequisite: Development for Ascension – Beginner Level).
Aboriginal:
Shamanism: As Métis medicine people and
Elders, we are concerned about the correct teachings of traditional
medicine practice. We are offering these teachings to those
who are certain that this is part of their path. These studies
are meant for people of all races, creeds and religions, but like
any other spiritual study, this is not for everyone. This
information is sacred. Therefore the classes will be limited
to those with a sincere desire to learn. Please speak to us
before enrolling. This workshop covers shamanic practices of
the northeast, and topics include: sacred medicine objects and their
use, ethics, healing traditions, ceremonies, correct use of spirit
herbs, dream walking, spirit walking, totem animals, and
shapeshifting. Be prepared to bring whatever medicine/sacred
objects you have, along with a drum – you cannot practice shamanism
without a drum. If you are not sure, talk to us about your
drum. Notebooks and pens are needed.
Advanced Shamanism: This is a
continuation of the previous shamanism course for those preparing
for such serious endeavours as apprenticeship, Midewiwin, and the
lifestyle changes involved in becoming a shaman. It is
imperative that no student be addicted to, or consume, cigarettes,
recreational drugs, or alcohol, or be predisposed to any
obsessive-compulsive behaviours such as gambling. The beginner
level of shamanism is a pre-requisite for this course.
(Prerequisite: Shamanism).
Soul Retrieval - Beginner: This is
designed for students of Aboriginal Healing, Midewiwin and
Shamanism. Currently this ancient method of healing the
fragmented soul is gaining respect in modern therapeutic spheres.
This is a hands-on course, not purely theoretical, so come prepared
to experience giving and receiving. Please bring whatever
sacred objects you own, and wear journey clothes.
Soul Retrieval - Advanced: More issues,
more practice, more work in dreamtime travel. (Prerequisite:
Soul Retrieval, Beginner).
Grandmothers of the Moon: Winter is the
traditional time for passing the oral traditions, crafting and
"turning inward". This class covers the 13-clan grandmothers,
as discussed by Jamie Sams, with the input of our
Anishnabek/northern versions. This is an invaluable class for
those in AHPP, Midewiwin, and shamanism or just as general interest.
Students need to bring a notebook and any medicine objects you have.
Wisdom Keepers – Dreamtime Interpretation:
It is time now to share the knowledge of dream interpretation.
I bring to this class some Jungian theory, some NLP and a lot of
aboriginal meaning. Students planning to take this MUST start
immediately doing some rudimentary journalling of their dreams.
We will assess the functions of the subconscious, how to influence
dreams and outcomes and perhaps OoBE’s (Out of Body Experiences), if
time permits. Students need casual clothes, a pillow, blanket,
notebook, and pen.
Wisdom Keepers – Interpreting Symbols:
This class is beneficial to the shamanism, midewiwin and AHPP
student, as well as those studying ritual and healing. We will
expand on the day where we discussed dreams, and look at the symbols
of the shamanic journey. (Prerequisite: Wisdom Keepers –
Dreamtime Interpretation).
Wisdom Keepers –Aboriginal Ceremonies
& Symbols: This class is beneficial to the
shamanism, Midewiwin and AHPP student, as well as those studying
ritual and healing. We will expand on the day where we
discussed dreams, and look at the symbols and ceremonial rituals of
the medicine wheel and shamanic journeys. Please bring your
crystals.
Healing:
Aboriginal Healing Introduction: A
basic course - we look at the uses of traditional medicine objects
of the northeast, and the basic healing rituals that a medicine
person performs. Bring notebooks, crystals and whatever
healing objects you have. This is an important prerequisite to
the Aboriginal Healing Practitioner Program.
Aboriginal Healing for Animals: Our
popular course returns as a two-day workshop. We will practice
on live patients (dogs, cats, chickens, rabbits, sheep and horses as
available) and learn the historic methods of healing, review chakras
and energy work on animals, crystals, herbs, dental care, wound
treatment and much more. Students to bring: a binder for
notes, pen, medicine objects, dowsing
equipment, old CLEAN sheets, scissors, and clothes appropriate to
being in a barn. Students registered will be given a map to
the location of the class, if necessary.
Aboriginal Ear Candling: While not
uniquely aboriginal, there are certain techniques and herbs added to
the beeswax mixtures that are special - and we certainly have
evolved from rolled up leaves with goose grease and beeswax! In this
one-day workshop everyone gets to make their own candles and learn
to do the ear coning on each other. Everyone comes away with
his or her ears done as well. This is an excellent healing
tool to have in your repertoire. Students need to bring a
notebook, scissors, an old tea towel, an old bath towel, and a box
to carry your finished candles home in.
Dowsing - Beginner & Advanced: This
popular course is divided into 2 full days over two weekends.
This is an interesting look at the two forms of kinesiological
interaction with our higher selves. This course demonstrates
the use of a single, suspended pendulum and 2 L-rod dowsing sticks.
We should have good enough weather to assure lots of practice
outside doing geomantic dowsing, and learn radiesthetic dowsing for
healing work. This class also looks at ley lines, vortices and
ghost paths. Please bring potluck lunch both days, a binder,
pen, crystals, pendulums and L-rods if you have them. We have
pendulums and L-rods at a nominal fee for those students who require
them.
Aboriginal Healing Practitioner Program:
As in all native cultures, healing is divided into the
four aspects of the wheel: physical, emotional, mental and
spiritual. Topics covered (not in the order of presentation):
Aboriginal styles of bodywork (beginner to advanced); pregnancy -
antepartum, birthing and post partum care of mother and child;
healing plants and medicine preparation, administration, dosages and
toxicity; midewiwin culture and apprenticeship; totem and power
animals; shapeshifting and OOBE's; expanded medicine and shamanic
traditions; chanting and medicine songs; advanced crystal
techniques; preparing for death and transition work; dreamtime
functions; rebirthing an adult; magick and medicinal mysticism;
addictions; counselling techniques in the aboriginal way; treatments
for specific diseases; aboriginal paediatric and geriatric
practices; sourcing materials; sacred/secret rituals, among many
other secondary and tertiary subjects. A specific agenda will
be addressed at the first class, and progression through the areas
will depend on the proficiency of the students.
Most of the topics covered will be handled in an
experiential rather than on an historical or theoretical basis.
Our traditions are passed in an oral fashion - there will be notes,
journalling and one presentation by students, but there is no formal
written examination. Assessment will be of performance,
participation and interaction with guests and elders, and the
efficacy of treatments. Students will be given a binder for
notes, and are required to bring their medicine/ritual objects
(including drums) for the first, and every, class. Traditional
medicine bags, healing objects and personal items are the
responsibility of the student.
80% attendance is required in the first part of the
course. 100% attendance is mandatory for the invaluable
experience of the practicum. Certificates will be given to
successful graduates in a special ceremony.
Principles of Regression: We will cover
the techniques of eliciting altered states, healing uses, past life
regression, memory recovery, and addictions, as time permits.
This is a course that requires participation – you cannot learn this
by watching. This course is ideal for those Moonstar
members who have completed AHPP, Therapeutic Touch, or Aboriginal
Healing. Students are to wear comfortable clothing, bring
a pillow, and notebook/pen. NO perfume please.
Regression: Advanced Issues: This is a
workshop appropriate for the students who took AHPP, regression (and
preferably soul retrieval) previously. It is vital for the
shamanism and midewiwin candidate. We look at issues like
resolving grief, past life phenomenon (whether real or metaphor),
and practice more facilitation techniques. Students should
wear comfy clothes, NO PERFUME or strong
deodorant, bring a pillow, blanket and notebook. This
is an experiential course – everyone is expected to participate.
(Prerequisite: Principles of Regression).
Healing Into Death: No-one is immune
from facing death - our own, a family member’s, or a friend's.
This course helps us to focus on proactive, rather than reactive,
ways of handling transition. Choosing to manage a death in
this way helps both the person leaving, and those left behind.
A valuable workshop for healers, we will introduce some aboriginal
strategies which have proven successful. This is a powerful,
upbeat, healing workshop, meant to give us tools to use so we aren’t
left frustrated and helpless around those who are dying. Some
of the topics included are: Dealing with a Difficult Prognosis,
Stages of Grief for Self and for Others, Bereavement, Proactive
Facilitation, The Art of Listening, Healing Old Wounds, and Easing
the Transition.
Sacred and Angelic Healing Cords: These
are ascension healing tools used by medicine people and shaman.
We supply basic materials to choose from, and the necessary crystals
to make basic cords.
Spiritual/Ascension:
Angelic “Soul Revival”
– BRAND NEW! This is not the same as shamanic soul retrieval,
rather a specialized set of treatments to revive people who find
themselves in a spiritual downturn, or crisis. This is a fun
day, and there are no prerequisites, only that you prepare to be
surprised and feel blessed. Please wear casual clothes, NO
PERFUME, and bring a potluck offering to share with the class.
Introduction to
Ascension Issues: For many years we have
facilitated programs on various aspects of these ascension times.
Many people who have never studied this issue are overwhelmed by the
concept, so we are offering a day that starts right at the
beginning, with clear theoretical basics and experiential exercises.
We discuss resources for further personal study. Our day
includes aboriginal perspectives as well as general concepts.
Students should bring a notebook/binder, wear comfortable clothing,
and be prepared to participate in the exercises. No
perfume or strong aftershave, please.
Zay - In the Company of Angels: In this
class we look at the pan cultural, pan theological study of angels.
This is not a course of anecdotes. We will study this complex
subject with a systematic approach. Topics include: the
differences between angels and guides; meeting your angel;
communication; creating the angel oracle; grounding; the chakras;
and, angelic healing practices. Fee includes notes.
Please bring a notebook and a crystal if you have one. Dress
comfortably and please do NOT wear perfume.
Angels and the "Times of Winds and Changes":
This is a follow-up course to the original "Zay - In the
Company of Angels" workshop. It is the right time, in
aboriginal tradition, to talk of these matters. The format for
this course is loose and experiential. If the weather permits,
we will do some of the exercises outside. If you made the
angel oracle in the previous class, bring it along! Students will
need a notebook with some blank paper, and coloured pens or pencils.
Angels and the Ascension:
Following our introductory course "Zay - In the Company of Angels",
we have an angels course that carries on
with the theme of Ascension. While "Zay" is a good
prerequisite, it is not necessary to enjoy this day.
This is an experiential course where we look at techniques specific
to working with angels in this ascension time. Students
should bring a binder for the notes supplied, and wear comfy
clothing (no perfume, please). So come spend a day in
the company of angels!
Angel Channelling: In this one-day workshop we are
expanding on some of the materials covered in previous angel
courses. Specifically we will look at the 22 causal angels in
the human aura, as well as angels with special “jobs”. The
morning is devoted to reviewing technical information, while in the
afternoon we will channel with the angels. The previous angel
classes are not a prerequisite, but an open mind and heart are
needed.
Tarot: In this course we will examine
the larger role metaphor has played in the archetypal phenomenon
known as Tarot. While there is an overview of the meanings of
individual cards, the emphasis is on the larger spiritual picture.
This information applies to any divination set, not just tarot.
Feel free to bring whatever divination cards you own. Please
bring a binder or notebook.
Our Shadow Self and Tarot
– Furthering our work in healing, we deal with “the shadow”.
This is a part of us we often don’t like – it represents martyr,
saboteur, under-developed gifts, shame, and denied potential.
We cannot control the Shadow, but learn the archetypal and healing
mechanisms that lead to balance. Participants will come away
with many tools of personal empowerment to use with “Self” and
others, but specifically the tarot. Please bring a potluck offering
and I’ll discuss with you tarot options at registration.
Numerology - Beginner Workshop: For
many years I have used the Roquemore method of numerological
calculation, as her theories fit in with aboriginal thoughts on
harmony in the universe. The workshop gives students the basic
calculations necessary for destiny, annual predictions, strengths,
weaknesses and much more. This is one of the most
comprehensive systems of numerology I’ve looked at, and am pleased
to offer it for the first time. Students are required to bring
a notebook and pens/pencils for class. Handouts are provided.
Numerology - Advanced Workshop: This is
a continuation of the beginner level, and completes the equations
for someone interested in making full charts. Once again,
students need to bring notebooks and pens/pencils. Course
materials are provided. (Prerequisite: Beginner Numerology).
Pictographic Runes (Revised): Very
simple, primitive pictures and even simpler brush techniques go
together on river stones to make a wonderful divination tool.
In this workshop you receive the stones, which we paint during
class, a chart of the 44 principle petroglyphs, and after lunch, I
will show you how to cast these runes and make the wheel of
prediction. A small cloth bag is provided to carry these
treasures.
Sacred Geometry: All cultures have
created/evolved symbols which address many spiritual and
metaphysical issues. Sacred Geometry is the emerging tool for
lightworkers and healers to expand consciousness with the All That
Is. In this workshop we will examine a number of well-known
sacred symbols, along with some lesser-known ones from the ancient
mystery schools. We’ll examine how to apply them in our modern
lives, and what we can expect from these awesome glyphs.
Students need a notebook, pencil crayons and a basic student’s math
set.
Crafting:
Drum Making: Instruction and all
materials required to make a single-sided ceremonial drum will be
provided. We require a minimum of 6 students for this class to
run.
Making Medicine Bags:
Students who have already taken this class and just want to
sit and work among friends are welcome to attend.
Students are to bring whatever materials suit the decoration of
their bag, and if you’re unsure, check with me. Scissors,
pliers and needles are also needed.
Making Medicine Objects:
This one-day workshop offers the chance to make some of the
objects students may be missing. You have
your choice of a medicine bag OR a medicine blanket, OR the crystal
(copper pipe) wand. When you register, we will need to know at
that time what you wish to make to have the correct supplies.
Students who have already taken these classes and just want to sit
and work among friends are welcome to come. Students are to
bring whatever materials suit the making of their chosen object, and
if you’re unsure, check with me.
Quilting a Medicine Blanket: One of our
most sacred traditions, in this workshop we will make
the basic blanket (materials are provided), journey for instruction,
and otherwise begin the surface embellishment. It is not
expected that the blankets will be completed on this day — that is a
spiritual journey unto itself. We will provide: cotton muslin
and interior batting, beeswax and 100% cotton quilting thread.
Students to bring: needles for sewing, including quilting needles
(the smaller the needle, the nicer the stitches), scissors, paper
for sketching, sacred objects of your choice and items for surface
embellishment i.e. embroidery threads, ribbon, yarns, beads
made of natural materials (wood, stone, glass, bone, ceramic, etc.),
fur, leather, crystals, sea shells, driftwood, feathers, fabric
paints/markers, baby teeth, bone fragments. Bringing your
objects will help you plan their placement.
Sewing Ceremonial Clothing: Our
interest in historically correct clothing is catching. In this
class you can choose to make ONE of the following: a
traditional capote (coat), a ribbon shirt, a plain shirt, or
medicine dress. Patterns are supplied, and the fabric for your
chosen garment. Trims are optional, and made available at
cost. You will learn correct measurement techniques, and basic
sewing skills. Students should bring a sewing machine
(cleaned, oiled, with manuals and auxiliary equipment), scissors for
paper cutting, and separate scissors for fabric cutting, pins and
whatever sewing implements you like. Feel free to bring your
own adornments. A sewing machine is available here for class
use.
Shield Making: During this workshop, we
will make a traditional shield. This is of special interest
for students of Shamanism, and Aboriginal Healing. We will
supply: ring, leather, feathers, wool roving, and some tools.
Students to bring: scissors, tapestry needle, beads, special
feathers, and any items you may wish to add. Paints should be
the fabric or acrylic types, and are the responsibility of the
student. Please - no plastic beads or fluorescent feathers!
Mask Making: Ancestors used masks in a
number of ways... during ritual, in battle, to honour the
dead, and to perpetuate tradition. Using the clay face
provided, you will journey to the dreamtime and create the mask
which honours your traditions. This one-day workshop includes
in the course fee all the traditional materials such as paints,
feathers, beads, leather, cloth, and wool. Please bring a
lunch, a notebook, and a pen. Scissors, needle, and thread
would be helpful. If you have personal objects with which you
would like to adorn your mask, please bring them to the workshop.
Moccasin Making: Here Moosey, Moosey!
A day to make moccasins out of moose hide.
Students to bring a tapestry needle, SHARP scissors, a notebook and
pen. Beaded decals are wonderful for the top.
Dreamcatchers & Mooncatchers: We supply
the basic materials: hoop, sinew, feathers, cornets, etc., and ask
you to bring those items of personal value that you might want to
weave into your creation. We instruct you in the correct
historical methods. Please bring: needle nose pliers, SHARP
scissors, wire snips and a tapestry needle.
Aboriginal Seed Beading and Topical Embellishment:
This is a one-day workshop designed to teach
the fundamentals of seed beadwork by making a decal. Topics
reviewed include decal creation, necklace florets, 3-D designing and
the application of seed beads to leather. We will also look at
application of ribbons, bone, clay, wood and other objects to items
like medicine blankets, bags and clothing. Loom beading is not
covered specifically, but if anyone has a bead loom and needs help,
bring it along to the class and I’ll give a quick how-to.
Students to bring: one embroidery hoop (6 inch to 10 inch
diameter), a pencil, sharp scissors, and seed beads (only if special
colours desired), ribbons, etc. We will supply:
base fabric for decals, special needles,
assorted seed beads of traditional colours, threads, wax,
spray adhesive, pattern templates and written instructions.
This is a wonderful day to work on your medicine objects in advance
of the healing courses.
Teddy Bear Making: I have always loved
bears. Come and spend the day making an articulated (jointed)
bear. We provide all the material - faux fur, joints, thread,
pattern, stuffing and glass eyes. Students to bring: SHARP
scissors, needle nose pliers, and sewing needles of choice.
African and Aboriginal Doll Making:
Art, craft, memories and healing come together when dolls are made.
In this class I will share how to make one of each kind of doll.
Please bring scraps of wool, doll hair, beads, feathers, sharp
scissors, a glue gun, leather, needles and thread. We’ll
supply the rest. This is a fun, heart-warming day and easy -
even for the novice crafter.
Spinning Workshop: In this one-day
workshop, the following topics are covered: learning to spin on a
wheel (Scotch tension) and a drop spindle, carding fibres, plying
yarn, skeining and dying using natural dyes. For those who
have access to a wheel or drop spindle, please bring them to class,
along with any instruction manuals (not all wheels are created
equally!) Carding combs, niddy noddies, peripheral supplies, and
yarn roving or raw wool are all helpful to have at this class.
Drop spindles will be made available for a fee of $10.00, and wool
roving at a fee of $0.65/ounce if needed. Students also
require a binder for handouts, and pen. This class will be
limited to 6 participants to allow for maximum individual help.
Angel Quilting:
Here we have the opportunity to celebrate, in cloth, the angels that
are part of our spirit journey. In this gathering, we will
make EITHER a quilted angel doll OR a textured, 3-dimensional angel
medallion, which could be used as the centre of a quilt, or for a
medicine blanket. The choice of what to make is yours.
Course fees include basic materials, but you are encouraged to bring
objects to adorn your creation. Registrants will get a
complete list of optional objects to bring for decoration, and tools
necessary to complete this wonderful quilting project.
