March at Taíno Woods Sanctuary — Preparing the Fire
March at Taíno Woods Sanctuary — Preparing the Fire as we embrace the arrival of Spring, and Yokahu’s rebirth, 🌿🔥
Happy New Year! Yes – The light is returning — not all at once, but gently. You can feel it in the thawing soil, in the river’s steady breath, in the quiet stirring beneath the trees. March is a crossing. Winter has finished its teaching, and something new begins to move.
In the Indigenous way, Spring is the true beginning of the year — when life turns forward again. At the Equinox, the sun stands in balance, day and night meeting as equals. Sky and earth align, reminding us that harmony lives in relationship.
The land is waking. And we wake with her — ready to tend what is beginning again within the soil, within our community, and within ourselves.
The Caney ceremony of Equinox is grounded in the Taino creation story of Yoka Hu (Also known as Yokahu Bagua Maorocoti), The Lord of Yucca. Visit Miguel Sague for an in-depth explanation of the Taino creation story.
🍄 With Gratitude — Michael’s Mushroom Offering
We extend deep thanks to Michael for sharing his “Grow Your Own Mushrooms” teaching during our Winter Virtual Sanctuary Series.
His offering reminded us that cultivation is ceremony — that tending mycelium beneath the soil mirrors the unseen work we each carry within. Through ecology, nourishment, and practical wisdom, he helped us remember that regeneration begins quietly, patiently, and with intention.
Hahom, Michael, for sharing your medicine and knowledge with our community. 🍄🌿
🏆 A Reminder of Honor — Taino Awards is presenting us with Musicians of the year award!
As we prepare for spring, we continue to hold gratitude for the news that Taíno Woods Sanctuary will receive the Arieto Award – Musicians of the Year on May 9, 2026, at Boricua College in New York.
We will also be performing at the ceremony, offering song as prayer in honor of our Ancestors and community. This recognition belongs to all who drum, sing, serve, and stand with us. All are welcome!
🌸 Spring Equinox Lodge — RSVP Deadline is Approaching
This ceremony is only possible through community support. Our Behike Miguel Sagué Jr. travels over 12 hours to be with us, and we must prepare the land, wood, water, and ceremonial space accordingly.
If we do not reach our minimum registration by March 7, 2026, we will need to cancel this gathering. This will be an indoor ceremony. Please note we may not be able to have a sweat lodge this day due to weather. This deeply immersive ceremony weather permitting includes a purification (sweat) lodge, storytelling and a collective short dance.
📅 Spring Equinox Lodge Prayer
March 14, 2026
Arrival 9:00 AM | Ceremony begins 10:00 AM
Your early RSVP allows us to prepare in a good way — with clarity, respect, and readiness.
🌿 Membership — Walk Closer With Us
This year, we are asking our community to lean in. Our goal is to grow our paid membership so we can sustain the supplies, Elders, and ceremonial needs that allow this work to continue.
✨ Paid members receive one free overnight stay each month for themselves and one guest.
Simply email events@tainowoods.com to reserve space and let us know if you’ll bring your own tent or need communal tents.
| Sacred Niños Gathering | Niños Sagrados with Yaqui & Chantel March 6–7 @ 8pm arrival. ((Gathering will be held with sufficient interest and in right relationship with winter conditions)) go to our gatherings section to join us. To learn more if interested email events@tainowoods.com Fungi teachers of love. |
Membership keeps the fire burning and the land open for others to experience her love.
🗓️ What’s Ahead
March begins the unfolding of a powerful year:
🌿 Land Stewardship Day — March 28
🌑 New Moon Lodge — April 18
✨Breathing Into Bloom Virtual May 7th
☀️ Summer Solstice Dance & Lodge — June 20–21
🔥 World Overnight Prayer Dance — July 24–26
🪶 Nature Quest — August 19–23
🍂 Fall Equinox Lodge — September 19
🪶 2nd Annual Gathering of the Tribes — September 25
The land is preparing. So are we.
✨ Closing
May March bring courage to act on what you’ve been preparing for.
May your hands find meaningful work.
May your prayers find direction.
We are grateful to walk beside you.
With love and responsibility,
🌿 Taíno Woods Sanctuary
Han Han Katu & Seneko Kakona.
UNTIL NEXT MONTH…