Sacred Ecology
How to Work with Land and Nature Spirits
Live Online Classes May 1 - June 19, Wednesdays at 11am PT
Optional In-Person Immersive Retreat July 25-28
Are you ready to collaborate with nature spirits for healing and transformation?
Meet Your Land and Nature Spirit Allies
Go from “nature is neat” to “I purposefully collaborate with Gaia.”
Dear human,
I get it. You love nature. You love animals and plants, you love being outside and you can feel the energy of life all around you. You know that Gaia is alive and that all beings on Earth have their own magic, teachings, life path and purpose.
But sometimes you feel disconnected from that web of life. Sometimes you feel like you’re on the outside looking in at the mysterious beauty and power of nature. And unfortunately, that is a normal byproduct of modern society. We live in a world of houses and concrete and wifi, where human intellect is placed on a pedestal above all other life forms. It is a weird and elitist world view that separates us from our true origins as children of Gaia, and removes us from our natural connection and allyship to land and nature spirits.
Working with land and nature spirits is your birthright as a child of Earth.
Maybe it never occurred to you that collaborating with the land and nature spirits could improve your physical health, bring peace of mind and enhance your psychic abilities. Maybe it slipped your mind that anchoring your healing practice into the Earth grid would make your work safer, more powerful and sustainable. Maybe you want to connect with the nature spirits, but you don’t know how or where to start.
Regardless, I see you, and I’ve got you covered.
I see that you want to create powerful allyships with land and nature spirits to support you in your healing or spiritual practice. I see that you feel drawn to a particular animal, plant, river or mountain, but you don’t know how to build a deeper connection. I see that you feel disconnected and isolated in this concrete world, and you are ready to come home to Gaia and the web of life. I see that you want to pray with the trees, make offerings to the Earth and receive messages from the birds and the wind.
I see that you are ready to work with land and nature spirits.
Who is Sacred Ecology for?
You love nature. You feel connected to plants and animals and enjoy the outdoors, but you’re ready to go beyond enjoying nature into a deep, functional allyship with Gaia.
You are ready to receive initiations and teachings directly from the original wisdom keepers: plants, animals, stones, elements, and Gaia herself. You are ready to collaborate with ancient and powerful allies.
You want to go beyond the superficial, “Instagram Witch” nature-based spiritual practice to learn the underlying concepts and tools that support powerful animistic practices like shamanism, mediumship and witchcraft.
You are a healer, ceremonial guide, retreat facilitator or spaceholder. You want to make sure that your container of healing and transformation is as safe and powerful as possible so your clients can receive the most benefit. You are ready to invoke your nature spirit allies to support your work.
You are a homesteader, gardener or permaculturist. You want to go beyond the functional aspects of land stewardship to cultivate a spiritual partnership with the guardians and wisdom keepers of the land.
You are on a healing journey to regulate your nervous system, support mental or physical health, or recover from trauma. You want to attune and calibrate your etheric and physical bodies to the nurturing stability of Gaia.
You feel the calling and remembrance of the wisdom of nature.
You feel Gaia beckoning you to collaborate with her magic.
You are eager to meet and study new, powerful allies.
You are ready to work with land and nature spirits.
Meet Your Guide
I’m Michelle Hawk: Shamanic Alchemist, Spiritual Mentor, Master Healer.
As a child, I always felt connected to animals, nature and magic. The world felt alive to me in a way I eventually realized most people didn’t understand, so I hid and didn’t tell anyone about my conversations with animals or the spirits I saw.
When I found out about Shamanism at age 15, everything changed for me. Animistic Shamanism gave me a context and vocabulary for what I already knew: the world and all beings are alive and connected through the unseen realms, and the animals, plants and stones all have powerful wisdom and to share.
I have been studying and practicing animistic Shamanism with various teachers since 2003, and under dedicated mentorship since 2009. My core Shamanic lineages come from the Shaman clan Baksa of what is now Hungary, and the Celtic people and horse tribes who traveled across Europe. I have also studied with Turtle Island indigenous teachers.
For me, the spirituality of life and the science of life have always gone hand in hand. In university, I earned my degree in biology, specializing in animal physiology and behavior. My undergraduate research was in hummingbird foraging behavior, and I dove into tropical ecology and conservation during my research.
As a Shaman, biologist and passionate naturalist, my practice is rooted in deep reverence for life and the wisdom of Gaia, scientific principles of ecology and environmentalism, and genuine appreciation and enthusiasm for nature.
Are you ready to work with land and nature spirits?
“It was so impactful when you said to notice what is growing on my property, and look into the medicine of that plant or tree as I connect with the land at my new house. That has been really amazing. Just the other day a lilac tree bloomed, and the medicine of lilac is about change and I’ve just been having so many changes in my life. Based on your recommendations about working with this nature spirit I’m going to make a flower essence with the lilac and make some offerings to support change. I’ve been tuning into the land, inviting in the spirits like you told me, and communing with the different beings. Almost all the trees on my property are oak trees so now I’m looking into the medicine of that as well.”
What is possible with Sacred Ecology?
Do you want to…
…create a functionally purposeful allyship with Gaia to support your spiritual practice?
…receive teachings and initiations from the original wisdom keepers: plants, animals, stones and nature herself?
…anchor your personal or professional healing practice into the powerful, amplified grid of Gaia?
…ensure optimal safety and protection in your home, ceremonial and temple spaces?
…receive guidance and support as you establish powerful partnerships with new spirit allies?
Imagine…
…working with the powerful energy of local sacred sites and natural temples on the land where you live.
…feeling confident anchoring the energy of your home or temple space into the ley lines and Earth grid for safety and protection.
…receiving guidance and support from your nature spirit allies for the purpose of healing and transformation.
…purposefully and confidently invoking the nature spirits during your meditation or ceremonial practice.
…building a lifelong partnership with powerful natural allies and receiving deep initiations into their mysteries.
“I am a Medicine Woman, Trans Medium and Channel, Somatic Psychedelic Integration Specialist, and Psychedelic Doula. I took the Sacred Ecology course because Michelle is the best in her field, and after witnessing her powers from other offerings it truly was a no brainer.
This course has been great because I have fully connected to the land, the spirits, and myself through Michelle’s guidance. In Sacred Ecology, I learned how to create a Protectorate and work within the fields of nature magic. My biggest takeaway is a true deepening of my morning and evening practice, my connection to the dragons and nature spirits, and feeling the depth of my connection to trees, plants and animals.
Because of this course, I will be able to grow as a Medicine Woman, and continue to share my gifts more deeply and profoundly. ”
Through Sacred Ecology, you will:
Receive a ceremonial initiation with a nature spirit ally and learn how to integrate its medicine into your life and spiritual practice.
Anchor your healing, ceremonial or spiritual work into the powerful foundation of your local Earth grid and energetic ecosystem, for the purpose of grounding, protection and amplification.
Learn how to locate and work with natural sacred sites as living temples of Gaia.
Make offerings and prayers to connect with a nature spirit ally, and build your functional allyship with this being.
Learn how to communicate with nature spirits so that you may receive their messages, signs and teachings.
Master basic concepts of ecology so that your nature spirit allyship is informed by a practical, scientific understanding of that ally.
Take steps to heal and reclaim your own indigeneity as you connect to Gaia in a new way.
“I like how Michelle sees and talks about the natural world. She is deeply committed to honoring & respecting Nature in all her forms. Michelle is a great teacher, and has put a lot of energy into creating a clear and well organized class.
Michelle talked about certain offerings, as well as ways of connecting to animal allies in a way that inspired me to take action on things that I had been called to do for a while, but felt “blocked” from following through. Once I followed her direction, I was able to release old stories & welcome in fresh energy. These practices strengthened the connection I have with my home, land and neighborhood. After hearing my story with one particular offering, Michelle pinpointed an issue that I could do some self healing with to benefit my life and my ancestral lineage, and she provided a great framework for how to move forward with that.”
The Sacred Ecology course includes:
7 live online classes, each including training, hands-on exercises and integration prompts.
Ceremonial initiation with your new nature spirit ally.
Private online community for resources and connection.
Optional in-person immersive retreat on sacred forested land in the Pacific Northwest! Scroll down for retreat details.
Upgrade option: Add three discounted 1:1 sessions with Michelle for personalized support and mentorship.
Sacred Ecology In-Person Immersive Retreat
July 25-28 on Sacred Forested Land in Corbett, OR
Do you want to immerse yourself in the Sacred Ecology experiential teachings? Join us for a powerful retreat on sacred forested land and put your Sacred Ecology work into practice.
The in-person immersive retreat includes:
Group ceremony with sacred land
Personal ritual with local land and nature spirits
Movement practice, qigong, local adventures
Additional teachings and practices
Nature spirit songs, prayers and invocations
Forest bathing, stargazing and quality nature time
Arrive Thursday afternoon around 3pm, depart Sunday afternoon by 3pm. Food and lodging is included. Transportation to and from the retreat is not included. Fly into PDX, and Corbett is about 45 minutes away.
Sacred Ecology Course Tuition
Course + 3 Sessions
$1497 paid in full
OR 2 monthly payments of $797
Course Tuition
$697 paid in full
OR 2 monthly payments of $397
Course + Retreat + 3 Sessions
$2297 paid in full
OR 3 monthly payments of $797
Course + In-Person Retreat
$1597 paid in full
OR 3 monthly payments of $597
Sacred Ecology Course Curriculum
Classes are May 1 - June 19, on Wednesdays at 11am PT. There is no class on May 29. Students will use this week for integration and practical application of teachings and ritual techniques.
The optional in-person immersive retreat takes place July 25-28 on sacred forested land just outside of Portland, OR.
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Learn what land and nature spirits are and why they are vitally important to animistic spirituality (shamanism, witchcraft, traditional medicine work).
Context and positionality in animistic practice: why your Shamanic work needs to be anchored into land and Gaia in order to be most effective.
Reclaiming and healing indigeneity and returning to right relationship with Earth and all beings.
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Devotion and collaboration
3 essential types of offerings
How to make offerings
Receiving messages, signs and communication from nature spirits
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What are the Directions and how to work with them
How to attune yourself to Gaia’s frequency
How to cast a protectorate and create sacred temple space
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Geomancy: collaborating with Earth magic
Ley lines and the Earth grid
Sacred sites and power portals
Guardians and anchor allies
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Introduction to Nature Spirits
Embodied and etheric nature spirits
Individual, communal and planetary nature spirits
Which nature spirits are trying to get your attention and connect with you?
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Intersection of science and shamanic practice
Niches, roles, relationships with other species
What is the context of that nature spirit and what role do they play in that ecosystem? What is their medicine?
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Ceremonial initiation with your nature spirit ally
How to work with and integrate your ally
Working with land and nature spirits in your personal and professional spiritual practice
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I have to go outside?
Yes! Sacred Ecology is a hands-on course of experiential education. You will spend time outside in your local ecosystem, following the prompts and integration from our classes. Yay!
Where do classes take place?
Classes will take place live on Zoom.
What is the class calendar/schedule?
Classes are scheduled May 1 - June 19, on Wednesdays at 11am PT. There is no class on May 29.
What if I can’t attend a live class?
All classes will be recorded and uploaded within 24 hours. You will receive a link to the class recording to watch at your convenience.
Where is the retreat?
The optional in-person immersive retreat takes place July 25-28, and is held at my home on sacred forested land in Corbett, OR (just outside of Portland). If you are flying, arrive at PDX and Corbett is about 45 minutes away.
What are the accommodations for the retreat?
Food and lodging is included for the retreat. You have the option to either sleep in the house in shared temple space, bring a private tent to camp on the property, or sleep in your vehicle.
How do I schedule my 1:1 sessions?
Once you're enrolled, you'll receive a private booking link to schedule your three private sessions. You are responsible for putting yourself on my calendar.
What if I can't get a time I want or I don't use all my sessions?
If there are absolutely no booking times that work for your schedule, please let me know and we can work it out. Sessions expire one month after the end of the course, so please make sure to use them! Sessions that are unused by that time expire, unless you arrange otherwise with me at least two weeks in advance.
Where do we meet for 1:1 sessions?
1:1 sessions will meet either on my private conference line, or on Zoom if you’re international.
How does payment work?
When you complete your registration, you can choose if you would like to pay in full or make monthly payments. If you choose to pay in full, your entire payment will process immediately. If you choose to make monthly payments, you will be immediately billed for the first payment and the remaining payment(s) will deduct automatically after that. You are responsible for completing all course payments.
What’s your refund policy?
After completing your payment, you may request a refund (minus $100 admin fee and minus payment software processing fees) within 48 hours. After that time period, there are no refunds for any reason whatsoever. Unused funds that are not eligible for a refund may be applied to other work together within 6 months.
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Client Love
Here are some of the great things that prior clients have to share about their experience working with Michelle Hawk.
“I participated in Sacred Ecology because I wanted to connect to my indigenous ancestors and respect the land in which I travel. Now I have a high level connection and new tools to respectfully travel on land that I can honor and respect. I can give offerings and work directly with my ancestors and spirit guides.
In this course I learned where I come from and have a deeper understanding of the presence of Gaia and how I can connect and work in collaboration with the world around me with sacred intention. My biggest takeaway is now I am connected to source and feel a huge responsibility to respectfully honor my sacred indigenous lineage.
The #1 thing I will remember from working with Michelle is making intention and consciousness top of mind with everything I do. I have guidance all around me and now I know it’s possible to ask for that guidance. I recommend this course for anyone who wants to connect to our ancestral roots and become more personally conscious of our responsibility as stewards of this land.
Michelle has an incredibly special talent she has been called to share. Her insight and sacred approach is incredibly inspiring. I’ve grown to trust her guidance and approach to honoring the land and ancestry at a very high level. Beautiful soul!”
“Michelle, I would love to take a moment to let you know how this work has impacted my life in such a deep way. I am so grateful to experience your gifts, and let you know personally that much is shifting in my life. I am feeling all of the deepest intentions we held together at the beginning of this process were given a space to be planted. I will be thrilled as the unfolding of what is meant to be birthed comes forward.”
“It has been a complete honor to journey with you. My overall experience was blissful. I experienced such Grace, and an opening of peace within myself I have never felt before. The greatest shift that has been present for me is a deep, grounded trust in the Universe. I feel so supported and guided.
I feel you have a tremendous gift in how you approach the individual sessions. In fact, I found them to be so powerful that I had to clear out my schedule for the rest of the day. I noticed tremendous shifts each week. I feel that I am still integrating the work that was done.
I feel that helping people tune into the potent rhythm of the Universal Cycle of Power and how it correlates to intentions is powerful. Imagine if each person knew within themselves they had the power to co-create their reality and be in alignment with the cosmos... It is revolutionary work you are offering, and I am so humbly grateful to have been a part. In fact, it went by so quickly that I would love to experience it again.”
“THANK YOU for taking me through such an incredible experience!! It’s been such a powerful move. I’m feeling lighter already :). I feel as though I’ve taken a big step on the path toward working on my big picture goals (that I’ll probably be working on for my entire life).”
