Shki Bboon Dbik Giizis
(New Winter Moon) January is the time that all of Creation is resting, as the winter blanket covers Mother Earth. A time of renewal, rest and gathering of strength through storytelling and teachings.
(New Winter Moon) January is the time that all of Creation is resting, as the winter blanket covers Mother Earth. A time of renewal, rest and gathering of strength through storytelling and teachings.
Mkwa Dbik Giizis
(Bear Moon) February is when the Bear starts to stir in hibernation. It's when we prepare our sacred bundles of letting go. Asking the Mkwa Manito to help us with the process of releasing.
(Bear Moon) February is when the Bear starts to stir in hibernation. It's when we prepare our sacred bundles of letting go. Asking the Mkwa Manito to help us with the process of releasing.
Ziisbaakdoke Dbik Giizis
(Sugar Moon) March is when the tree saps start to run. Maple water (sap) helps to restore and clean our blood. One of the first medicines of the new season.
(Sugar Moon) March is when the tree saps start to run. Maple water (sap) helps to restore and clean our blood. One of the first medicines of the new season.
Nmebin Dbik Giizis
(Sucker Moon) April is the time that the Fish (Suckers) prepare Nibi (Water) in Ziibiin (Rivers) and Gamiin (Lakes) by cleaning them. Ceremonial releasing happens when the ice breaks.
(Sucker Moon) April is the time that the Fish (Suckers) prepare Nibi (Water) in Ziibiin (Rivers) and Gamiin (Lakes) by cleaning them. Ceremonial releasing happens when the ice breaks.
Waawaaskone Dbik Giizis
(Flower Moon) May is when Aki (Mother Earth) is in bloom with new colors and freshest. This new life brings new medicines to harvest.
(Flower Moon) May is when Aki (Mother Earth) is in bloom with new colors and freshest. This new life brings new medicines to harvest.
Odemin Dbik Giizis
(Strawberry Moon) June brings in Summer Solstice, and the first berry in Creation is revealed; The Heart Berry (Odemin) which in its sweetness reminds us to honor the sweetness in life. Their roots run and connect together, teaching us that we are all connected in a sacred way.
(Strawberry Moon) June brings in Summer Solstice, and the first berry in Creation is revealed; The Heart Berry (Odemin) which in its sweetness reminds us to honor the sweetness in life. Their roots run and connect together, teaching us that we are all connected in a sacred way.
Mskomin Dbik Giizis
(Raspberry Moon) July in is when all life is in full bloom. The second berry in creation is the Mskomin (Raspberry). It reminds us with the thorns around the berry to protect and nurture the goodness.
(Raspberry Moon) July in is when all life is in full bloom. The second berry in creation is the Mskomin (Raspberry). It reminds us with the thorns around the berry to protect and nurture the goodness.
Datgaagmin Dbik Giizis
(Thimbleberry Moon) August is when the last of the berries are harvested. The Datgaagmin (Thimbleberry) produces fruits every three years, and reminds us that good things take time in Life. And to honor that in all of us.
(Thimbleberry Moon) August is when the last of the berries are harvested. The Datgaagmin (Thimbleberry) produces fruits every three years, and reminds us that good things take time in Life. And to honor that in all of us.
Mndaamin Dbik Giizis
(Corn Moon) September is when we prepare to harvest the goodness in life. It is recognized in the cob of corn; as each roll on a cob equal to 13 showing us the gifts in the cycle of life. Reminding us of the blessings and medicines from Mother Earth.
(Corn Moon) September is when we prepare to harvest the goodness in life. It is recognized in the cob of corn; as each roll on a cob equal to 13 showing us the gifts in the cycle of life. Reminding us of the blessings and medicines from Mother Earth.
Bnaakwi Dbik Giizis
(Falling Leaves Moon) October is the harvest moon, when we celebrate and share our richest from Mother Earth. Over night the Spirit Painter sweeps all of Mother Earth's creations in vibrate colors, and we celebrate the Harvest before everything goes back to sleep.
(Falling Leaves Moon) October is the harvest moon, when we celebrate and share our richest from Mother Earth. Over night the Spirit Painter sweeps all of Mother Earth's creations in vibrate colors, and we celebrate the Harvest before everything goes back to sleep.
Gshkadin Dbik Giizis
(Freezing Moon) November is when our ancestors are closest to us, and we share in feast and stories of our loved ones. All of creation prepares for the winter by strengthening our spirits and bodies.
(Freezing Moon) November is when our ancestors are closest to us, and we share in feast and stories of our loved ones. All of creation prepares for the winter by strengthening our spirits and bodies.
Mnidoons Dbik Giizis
(Little Spirit Moon) December is the time of quiet reflection. Slowing down and focusing on our families. Winter Solstice is when we celebrate the longest night of the year; and the return of Mishomis Giizis (Grandfather Sun).
(Little Spirit Moon) December is the time of quiet reflection. Slowing down and focusing on our families. Winter Solstice is when we celebrate the longest night of the year; and the return of Mishomis Giizis (Grandfather Sun).
Gchi Mnidoo Dbik Giizis
(Big Spirit Moon) The Blue moon is the 13th Moon, and is shown to us when we require greater healing and balance.
(Big Spirit Moon) The Blue moon is the 13th Moon, and is shown to us when we require greater healing and balance.