Tours and programs offered in conjunction with The Festival of Native American Culture in: Verde Valley, Arizona.
Native American programs and journeys held in Sedona, Hopi and Navajo lands. The Festival is a place where friends of the Native American culture come together to share their passion. Hosted by the Verde Valley Archaeology Center, Inc., the festival is a non-profit event with proceeds dedicated to the protection, preservation and interpretation of the Native American cultural heritage sites of Sedona and the Verde Valley of Arizona. A portion of each program goes to the Verde Valley Archaeology Center.

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Special Tours & Programs:
for the Festival of Native American Culture,
Sept. 28 - Oct. 1, 2012

Friday, Sept. 28, 5:30 - 7:30 pm
In Sedona: Sunset-Starlight Fall Ancestor Wisdom Circle/Ceremony
We sit outside as the sun goes down over the red cliffs and share ancient understandings of the earth as alive and speaking to humans. Feel the drum beat, hear stories from Native cultures of this region, touch ancient knowing in a guided drum experience led by Sandra Cosentino, who shares her deep relationship to nature and spirit in ways that communicate cross-culturally to all people. Then Uqualla, of the Havasupai Tribe, joins the circle with songs, teachings, participatory movement and more. He is a Native American wisdom keeper, gifted orator, dramatist, ceremonial leader. This evening is personalized to the group. Will be held outdoors near Sedona under the stars (fires are not allowed). Prepayment required, West Sedona meeting place information provided upon registration.
$80 each with min. of 4

 

Saturday, Sept. 29 5:30 - 7:30 pm,
held outdoors near Sedona
Near Sedona: Hopi Blessing Circle
A campfire program with a Hopi healer and members of his family as they speak of their perspective on wellness, offer songs and a blessing for us.
$95 each.

 

Sunday, Sept. 30 - Oct. 1 (can opt to do just Hopi portion)
Hopi & Navajo Indian Lands Cultural Journey

including Canyon deChelly Navajo jeep tour
and hogan cook out program
Enter the ancient homeland of the Hopi people with a depth of understanding from your guide who has been involved there for 3 decades. You will be welcomed by Hopi hosts and absorb in an experiential way as we go to all 3 main Hopi Mesa areas and several villages, have a traditional food lunch in a home. Learn about the cycle of the year, their art, music, respectful visitor protocols and living in today's world.
Please see more photos and description here.

Navajo are hardy people of the land with a dynamic culture who strongly maintain ancestral traditions. It is always an adventure entering their world. Learn about their lifeways, ceremonial cycle and experience: Navajo guided jeep tour into Canyon de Chelly, a special fire blessing and sand painting demonstration and a cook out at a hogan.

Details: 2-day Hopi and Navajo Cultural Journey

$550* (per person based on 4 or 5 people; cost goes down to $500 each with 6 people + hotel (Good quality on reservation inns cost from $100-135 per double room in high season--we will let you know if there is a room mate opportunity. We make your hotel reservations, but you pay for your room directly on arrival. You can camp out for free in the National Monument campground.)

$250 for Hopi one day trip. If others on journey are doing the full 2 day trip, you will have to caravan in your own car so you have a way back to Sedona at end of day 1.

Price includes van transportation and jeep tour, cross-cultural guide and Native American guides, entry fees, program, 1 Hopi meal and 1 Navajo cook out dinner,Navajo jeep tour, reference guide, lodging. Prepayment required to reserve space.

Leaves Sedona at 8 am on day 1. Return by early evening on Day 2.


(below: painting 1940 by Fred Kabotie of women's basket dance, which happens in the last part of October)



(below and right: Canyon de Chelly images


 

 

 

A portion of each program goes to the Verde Valley Archaeology Center.

 

Festival of Native American Culture
to preserve and protect the Native American Cultural Heritage of
Sedona and the Verde Valley.
Sept. 29 - 30, 2012

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Guests walking a prehistoric trail with Hopi guide

 


Walpi village, founded about 1300 AD

 

 


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The Verde Valley Archaeology Center (VVAC) is a non-profit Arizona corporation (recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) public charity). It is governed by a Board of Directors consisting of a group of individuals with an avocational interest in the field of archaeology. The Center will evolve with a variety of tools and services including training, research, publications, public and school programming, exhibits and internet resources.

The Center is the only organization in the Verde Valley region dedicated to the care, management and use ('curation') of archaeological artifacts found throughout the Verde Valley region. The Center's vision is to sustain an archaeological center and museum where artifacts:

--will be cared for in a state-of-the-art environment
--are available for further academic and professional research
--are used in educational programs and museum exhibits so the public can enjoy learning about the prehistory of the Verde Valley region.

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Crossing Worlds Foundation

Non-profit service in support of Northern Arizona Indian cultures, cross-cultural education and helping sponsor bringing Hopi people to the Verde Valley archaeological events.


 

"The people and places that Sandra introduced me to were so vibrant that they sustain me in an on-going way. I have been on at least four trips with Sandra over the last 7 years. They have all been extraordinary. She is a remarkable guide, subtle, yet every trip has been a physical and internal adventure."
J. Telles, California, 2001

"I HIGHLY recommend Crossing Worlds to any traveler within Sandra Cosentino's range. We feel EXTREMELY grateful to have found her!!!! Sandra took care of every detail of our trip from wheelchair rental to hotel accommodations. Every thing was absolutely perfect during our 9 day adventure during which my 80 year old parents and myself (I'm in my 40s) did everything you can think of - from a 4 hour jeep tour of Canyon De Chelly to playing Bingo on the Hopi rez until 11:30 at night! (The Bingo probably won't be a common request - but it was ours and she made it happen!)

We met some lovely people through her and felt both excited and relaxed during our trip. Being Native myself I can tell you that traveling with Sandra will allow you to meet real people from the area - who happen to be Indian - and if you are not familiar with Indian culture(s) you will have a real view into a different world from the "dominant" one most of us live our daily lives within. Words can not convey all of our experiences - I wish the same positive energy and force that all three of us gained for our lives to all travelers who are fortunate enough to have found Sandra and Crossing Worlds."
Roberta A Duhaime, DVM, Mohawk heritage, Oct. 2003

"While it may sound a bit corny to say that our trip with you changed our lives, it certainly has had an impact in so many ways.  In some way I feel liberated from the idea of putting people into categories, seeing people in a particular light. The Hopis especially have broadened our horizons in these respects.  What wonderfully warm, friendly folks they are! They have so little materially but their hearts are bigger than most!  Their way of life, while so different from ours, professes love of family and community and their link to the earth and what she gives to us each day is so refreshing, so real.  We take so much for granted on this planet and when witnessing the way in which the natives revere the tiniest grains of corn, their sustenance, we are brought back to a realisation that in many ways we get our priorities wrong.  They are truly beautiful souls."
Virginia Foley, Toronto, Canada, Jan., 2006

Articles:

Hopi Ceremonial Cycle,
information and photos.

Weaving Life in the Dine World, an interview with Navajo Weaver Winnie Shirley

updated Feb. 16, 2012

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