Star, guidance as we look up

To the brightest white

Hoping it leads you to where you want to go,

Hoping that it knows where you should be.

We find our peace here in the white,

Gather our strength, our breath, and learn how to be.

- Joy Harjo, Directions to You [North]

Much is revealed when we allow our eyes to adjust to the night sky. The stars and the moon make known the stories that exists within the darkness of the landscapes we call home. Cultures across the world have looked to these luminaries for guidance on agricultural practices, architecture, healing traditions and more. Eighty percent of bird migrations occur at night, seeking dark skies to illuminate their routes and orient them home. What can we learn about the land and ourselves as we tread lightly under the glow of la luna y las estrellas?

Cuentos Nocturnos is a three hour full moon hike that takes place in the Sandia Foothills of Albuquerque on Saturday, April 12th. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about the nocturnal lives that exist in Embudo Canyon, while a series of stories and poems will ground our hike along the way. As the sun departs and the moon rises to greet us, we are encouraged to lean into any discomforts the night sky may bring, acknowledging their presence and moving them along through somatic exercises and co-regulation activities.

Participants should expect to walk up to 3 miles total, carrying a backpack that will store their water, snacks, headlamps and any other materials they wish to bring. Dressing in layers is highly encouraged due to shift in weather conditions. Song Dog will be providing hot tea and cocoa, so bring your own mug or thermos! *This hike is offered in English but may consist of bilingual shares in Spanish.

Date - Saturday, April 12th

Time - 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Location: Embudo Trailhead, Albuquerque

Your Guide: Blanca Stacey Villalobos (they/them/elle)

This hike is offered through a sliding scale cost; no one will be turned away for lack of funds. Please email Song Dog Relations at songdogrelations@gmail.com to request support for participation.

*Please note that we do not offer refunds at this time unless the program is cancelled.