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SUMMARY:Continuous Education Prep - Traditional Medicine Paths
DESCRIPTION:Curriculum design & planning\nBridging the vast and often forgotten ancestral wisdom of indigenous traditions with the Western modern world is a monumental task in itself. Yet Don David Wiley has taken on this sacred mission\, facing countless ongoing challenges to design and deliver programs that are not only tangible and replicable\, but that carry the weight and authenticity of true spiritual teachings.\nWhat makes this even more profound is the care with which Don David ensures that what is shared is exactly what needs to be shared—stripped of anything superfluous or misleading\, and offered with clear intention. He has had to navigate the assumptions and filters of contemporary\, educated minds\, which often believe they already understand how life works. In contrast\, Don David invites students to unlearn\, to return to a deeper way of knowing rooted in direct relationship with Divine\, nature\, and the sacred. \nMuch of this knowledge was originally passed down through oral tradition—shared from one generation to the next\, in sacred trust. Don David has found powerful ways to bring these teachings into the modern world without compromising their essence. Surfing between realms\, he draws what is needed from the intangible into the tangible—bridging spirit and form with clarity and purpose. \nAfter his intense training\, apprenticeship\, and initiations with living teachers in both the Nahua and Wixárika traditions\, Don David has now successfully trained the first generations of Western shamanic healers: Tepahtiani & Mara’akate. These pioneers have taken their place in the living web of healing and service. \nToday\, Don David is supported by a devoted team in both traditions—people who are helping him structure what can now be recognized as a curriculum of spiritual training. These teachings span different levels of commitment and engagement\, guiding those whose souls are being called back to the basics: to ancestral knowledge\, lived wisdom\, and real practices that can restore balance\, not only within individuals\, but across communities\, lands\, and generations. \nWe offer our deepest gratitude to Don David’s teaching assistants\, who provide him with invaluable support and help carry this great work forward. A heartfelt shout-out to each of you—for the unseen and sacred service you embody. \n 
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/medpaths-oct-7-2025/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nahua Shamanic Healing,Traditions,Tuki Fiesta,Weather Work Ceremonies
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
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SUMMARY:In Service: Voluntary Mentorship & Guidance
DESCRIPTION:Mentoring Calls\nAs part of his sacred service\, Don David Wiley dedicates monthly and bi-weekly mentoring and counseling sessions to those who lead organizations and endeavors sparked by Grandfather Fire—such as Sacred Fire and its many branches of spiritual work. Though his time is incredibly limited\, Don David selflessly volunteers these sessions to ensure that the flame of Grandfather’s guidance continues to illuminate the path for others.\nHis mentorship helps anchor offerings like Firekeeping in alignment with Grandfather Fire’s wisdom. This support ensures that the reach of this medicine continues to expand\, making it available to all who feel the call of Fire stirring within them. \nWorking closely with long-time community members such as Annie King—who has been instrumental in designing and implementing the Firekeeping training programs\, facilitations\, and retreats—Don David continues to weave together a living legacy of support\, connection\, and transformation. \nHe also offers regular mentoring to the Executive Director of Sacred Fire\, helping navigate the complex responsibilities of leading such a revolutionary endeavor. Through this guidance\, the sacred work of reigniting humanity’s relationship with the medicine of Fire is sustained and strengthened. \nAdditionally\, Don David offers volunteer mentorship to the Tsantawu Men’s Council\, which oversees the biannual rituals at Stone Mountain. These rituals are dedicated to cultivating relationship with the land\, ancestral beings\, and the seasonal rains—a vital act of reciprocity and spiritual stewardship. \nThough unseen by many\, these efforts are essential threads in the living fabric of spiritual reconnection that Don David helps sustain. His dedication is a reminder that true leadership is rooted in service\, and that sacred work continues quietly and powerfully behind the scenes\, fueled by love\, commitment\, and the wisdom of Fire.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/vol-oct-6-2025/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Mentoring,Sacred Fire,Traditions,Volunteer Work
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250927T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250928T020000
DTSTAMP:20260515T065121
CREATED:20250402T234309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T234309Z
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SUMMARY:Audience with Grandfather Fire: Harvest Tsantawu Festival
DESCRIPTION:This is a closed specialized audience hosted by the Tsantawu Coincil.\nAudience with Grandfather Fire: \nA Sacred Opening\nAs part of the Fall Harvest Tsantawu Festival\, the Audience with Grandfather Fire takes place at the end of the first full workday. This private gathering offers the Ritual Team direct guidance from Divine\, ensuring that their service aligns with the deeper intentions of the season. \nUnlike the Spring Audience\, which is held at the end of their time together\, this Fall gathering provides essential insight before stepping into sacred work. Grandfather Fire\, speaking through Don David Wiley\, offers wisdom that illuminates the path forward\, helping the team attune to the needs of the land\, the elements\, and the spiritual forces at play. \nDuring this time\, Don David surrenders fully\, as Grandfather Fire takes over his body\, sending him “to the workshop.” He remains unaware of what transpires until the following day when the Ritual Pilot shares Grandfather’s guidance\, ensuring that the message remains pure and unfiltered. \nAfter the Audience\, the Ritual Team dedicates a full day to absorbing\, reflecting on\, and discussing Grandfather’s words. This time of integration is vital\, allowing each member to embody the wisdom received before stepping into their roles. With hearts aligned and purpose clarified\, they enter the ceremony fully prepared to fulfill their part in the sacred cycle of reciprocity between humanity\, nature\, and the unseen forces that sustain life.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/fall-gff-tsantawu/
LOCATION:Stone Mountain\, 1000 Robert E Lee Blvd\, Stone Mountain\, GA\, 30083\, United States
CATEGORIES:Closed Audience,Grandfather Fire,Sacred Sites,Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tsantawu Council":MAILTO:CONTACT US We look forward to hearing from you! info@sacredstonemountain.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250905T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250905T180000
DTSTAMP:20260515T065121
CREATED:20250417T232357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T232357Z
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SUMMARY:In-Person Healing Day in Tepoztlán\, Morelos. México
DESCRIPTION:This is an open program\, hosted by Don David Wiley’s Consultorio.\nWixárika Medicine Path\nAn In-Person Healing Day with Don David Wiley offers a profound opportunity for individuals to engage in deep\, transformative healing rooted in ancient indigenous traditions. As an initiated healer in both the Nahua and Wixárika (Huichol) traditions of Mexico\, Don David brings a wealth of ancestral wisdom to address the complexities of modern life. During these sessions\, participants receive personalized attention tailored to their unique healing needs. \nDon David employs traditional shamanic practices to help individuals confront and release long-standing issues\, facilitating a reconnection with their inner selves and the natural world. This process often leads to significant shifts across physical\, emotional\, mental\, and spiritual domains. \nThe healing environment is further enriched by the presence of sacred elements such as Fire and the natural surroundings\, which are integral to the Wixárika healing tradition. These elements serve to support and amplify the healing process\, fostering a sense of balance and harmony. Participants often report profound transformations\, including a renewed sense of purpose\, alleviation of emotional burdens\, and enhanced spiritual awareness. \nEngaging in a Healing Day with Don David Wiley provides not just temporary relief but also equips individuals with insights and practices for sustained well-being. \nContact Consultorio to schedule an appointment.  
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/px-day-sep-5/
LOCATION:Casa Xiuhtecuhtli\, La Presa 200\, Tepoztlan\, Morelos\, 62520\, Mexico
CATEGORIES:Healing Work,In-Person Healing Sessions,Wixárika Shamanic Healing,Wixárika Tradition
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250905T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250905T180000
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CREATED:20250408T233845Z
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SUMMARY:In-Person Healing Day in Tepoztlán\, Morelos. México
DESCRIPTION:This is an open program\, hosted by Don David Wiley’s Consultorio.\nThis is the last healing day of the year!\nAn In-Person Healing Day with Don David Wiley offers a profound opportunity for individuals to engage in deep\, transformative healing rooted in ancient indigenous traditions. As an initiated healer in both the Nahua and Wixárika (Huichol) traditions of Mexico\, Don David brings a wealth of ancestral wisdom to address the complexities of modern life. During these sessions\, participants receive personalized attention tailored to their unique healing needs. \nDon David employs traditional shamanic practices to help individuals confront and release long-standing issues\, facilitating a reconnection with their inner selves and the natural world. This process often leads to significant shifts across physical\, emotional\, mental\, and spiritual domains. \nThe healing environment is further enriched by the presence of sacred elements such as Fire and the natural surroundings\, which are integral to the Wixárika healing tradition. These elements serve to support and amplify the healing process\, fostering a sense of balance and harmony. Participants often report profound transformations\, including a renewed sense of purpose\, alleviation of emotional burdens\, and enhanced spiritual awareness. \nEngaging in a Healing Day with Don David Wiley provides not just temporary relief but also equips individuals with insights and practices for sustained well-being. \nContact Consultorio to schedule an appointment.  
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/px-day-sep-5-2025/
LOCATION:Casa Xiuhtecuhtli\, La Presa 200\, Tepoztlan\, Morelos\, 62520\, Mexico
CATEGORIES:Healing Work,In-Person Healing Sessions,Wixárika Shamanic Healing,Wixárika Tradition
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250903T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250903T180000
DTSTAMP:20260515T065121
CREATED:20250403T205926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T172853Z
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SUMMARY:Postgrad Online Class Y2 S8
DESCRIPTION:This is a closed program\, available only to initiated Tepahtiani practitioners.\nTo become a Tepahtiani\, one must first be initiated as a Granicero.\nNow in its second year\, this ongoing online program offers Tepahtiani graduates a monthly space to ask questions\, deepen their practice\, and remain spiritually connected with Don David. \nIt is also a sacred opportunity for Don David to pass on the wisdom entrusted to him by Don Lucio Campos Elizalde\, as well as to share the guidance he receives from Tatewarí when he is in the workshop and Grandfather Fire speaks. \n  \n  \n\nIf you feel genuinely called to Weather Work\, please reach out to Alison Gayek\, Chief of the Graniceros:\n📧 workingforweather@keepsthefire.org \n 
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/postgrad-online-class-y2-s8/
LOCATION:Casa Xiuhtecuhtli\, La Presa 200\, Tepoztlan\, Morelos\, 62520\, Mexico
CATEGORIES:Continuous Learning,Nahua Shamanic Healing,Nahua Tradition,Tepahtiani Classes,Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250902T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250902T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T065121
CREATED:20250404T181400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T175951Z
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SUMMARY:Continuous Education Prep - Traditional Medicine Paths
DESCRIPTION:Curriculum design & planning\nBridging the vast and often forgotten ancestral wisdom of indigenous traditions with the Western modern world is a monumental task in itself. Yet Don David Wiley has taken on this sacred mission\, facing countless ongoing challenges to design and deliver programs that are not only tangible and replicable\, but that carry the weight and authenticity of true spiritual teachings.\nWhat makes this even more profound is the care with which Don David ensures that what is shared is exactly what needs to be shared—stripped of anything superfluous or misleading\, and offered with clear intention. He has had to navigate the assumptions and filters of contemporary\, educated minds\, which often believe they already understand how life works. In contrast\, Don David invites students to unlearn\, to return to a deeper way of knowing rooted in direct relationship with Divine\, nature\, and the sacred. \nMuch of this knowledge was originally passed down through oral tradition—shared from one generation to the next\, in sacred trust. Don David has found powerful ways to bring these teachings into the modern world without compromising their essence. Surfing between realms\, he draws what is needed from the intangible into the tangible—bridging spirit and form with clarity and purpose. \nAfter his intense training\, apprenticeship\, and initiations with living teachers in both the Nahua and Wixárika traditions\, Don David has now successfully trained the first generations of Western shamanic healers: Tepahtiani & Mara’akate. These pioneers have taken their place in the living web of healing and service. \nToday\, Don David is supported by a devoted team in both traditions—people who are helping him structure what can now be recognized as a curriculum of spiritual training. These teachings span different levels of commitment and engagement\, guiding those whose souls are being called back to the basics: to ancestral knowledge\, lived wisdom\, and real practices that can restore balance\, not only within individuals\, but across communities\, lands\, and generations. \nWe offer our deepest gratitude to Don David’s teaching assistants\, who provide him with invaluable support and help carry this great work forward. A heartfelt shout-out to each of you—for the unseen and sacred service you embody. \n 
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/vol-sep-2-2025/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nahua Shamanic Healing,Traditions,Tuki Fiesta,Weather Work Ceremonies
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250901T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250901T180000
DTSTAMP:20260515T065121
CREATED:20250404T181139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T174032Z
UID:8904-1756720800-1756749600@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:In Service: Voluntary Mentorship & Guidance
DESCRIPTION:Mentoring Calls\nAs part of his sacred service\, Don David Wiley dedicates monthly and bi-weekly mentoring and counseling sessions to those who lead organizations and endeavors sparked by Grandfather Fire—such as Sacred Fire and its many branches of spiritual work. Though his time is incredibly limited\, Don David selflessly volunteers these sessions to ensure that the flame of Grandfather’s guidance continues to illuminate the path for others.\nHis mentorship helps anchor offerings like Firekeeping in alignment with Grandfather Fire’s wisdom. This support ensures that the reach of this medicine continues to expand\, making it available to all who feel the call of Fire stirring within them. \nWorking closely with long-time community members such as Annie King—who has been instrumental in designing and implementing the Firekeeping training programs\, facilitations\, and retreats—Don David continues to weave together a living legacy of support\, connection\, and transformation. \nHe also offers regular mentoring to the Executive Director of Sacred Fire\, helping navigate the complex responsibilities of leading such a revolutionary endeavor. Through this guidance\, the sacred work of reigniting humanity’s relationship with the medicine of Fire is sustained and strengthened. \nAdditionally\, Don David offers volunteer mentorship to the Tsantawu Men’s Council\, which oversees the biannual rituals at Stone Mountain. These rituals are dedicated to cultivating relationship with the land\, ancestral beings\, and the seasonal rains—a vital act of reciprocity and spiritual stewardship. \nThough unseen by many\, these efforts are essential threads in the living fabric of spiritual reconnection that Don David helps sustain. His dedication is a reminder that true leadership is rooted in service\, and that sacred work continues quietly and powerfully behind the scenes\, fueled by love\, commitment\, and the wisdom of Fire.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/vol-sep-1-2025/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Mentoring,Sacred Fire,Traditions,Volunteer Work
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250828T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250828T180000
DTSTAMP:20260515T065121
CREATED:20250403T205545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T173031Z
UID:8774-1756396800-1756404000@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:Postgrad Online Class Y2 S7
DESCRIPTION:This is a closed program\, available only to initiated Tepahtiani practitioners.\nTo become a Tepahtiani\, one must first be initiated as a Granicero.\nNow in its second year\, this ongoing online program offers Tepahtiani graduates a monthly space to ask questions\, deepen their practice\, and remain spiritually connected with Don David. \nIt is also a sacred opportunity for Don David to pass on the wisdom entrusted to him by Don Lucio Campos Elizalde\, as well as to share the guidance he receives from Tatewarí when he is in the workshop and Grandfather Fire speaks. \n  \n  \n\nIf you feel genuinely called to Weather Work\, please reach out to Alison Gayek\, Chief of the Graniceros:\n📧 workingforweather@keepsthefire.org \n 
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/postgrad-online-class-y2-s7/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuous Learning,Nahua Shamanic Healing,Nahua Tradition,Tepahtiani Classes,Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250825T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250825T190000
DTSTAMP:20260515T065121
CREATED:20250404T001932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T001932Z
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SUMMARY:In-Person Healing Day in New England\, New Hampshire. USA
DESCRIPTION:An In-Person Healing Day with Don David Wiley offers a profound opportunity for individuals to engage in deep\, transformative healing rooted in ancient indigenous traditions. As an initiated healer in both the Nahua and Wixárika (Huichol) traditions of Mexico\, Don David brings a wealth of ancestral wisdom to address the complexities of modern life. During these sessions\, participants receive personalized attention tailored to their unique healing needs. \nDon David employs traditional shamanic practices to help individuals confront and release long-standing issues\, facilitating a reconnection with their inner selves and the natural world. This process often leads to significant shifts across physical\, emotional\, mental\, and spiritual domains. \nThe healing environment is further enriched by the presence of sacred elements such as Fire and the natural surroundings\, which are integral to the Wixárika healing tradition. These elements serve to support and amplify the healing process\, fostering a sense of balance and harmony. Participants often report profound transformations\, including a renewed sense of purpose\, alleviation of emotional burdens\, and enhanced spiritual awareness. \nEngaging in a Healing Day with Don David Wiley provides not just temporary relief but also equips individuals with insights and practices for sustained well-being. \nContact Consultorio to schedule an appointment.  
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/px-day-aug-25-2025/
LOCATION:New Hampshire Hearth\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Healing Work,In-Person Healing Sessions,Wixárika Shamanic Healing,Wixárika Tradition
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250823
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250824
DTSTAMP:20260515T065121
CREATED:20250402T030143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T045056Z
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SUMMARY:Fire Speaks — New Hampshire\, NH. USA
DESCRIPTION:This is a public\, open event offered by Sacred Fire.\nFire knows no pretense. It warms. It transforms. It connects.\nJoin us to hear what the fire has to say.\nFire Speaks is a ceremonial gathering where participants seek guidance from Grandfather Fire—known as Tatewarí among Mexico’s Indigenous Huichol people—to receive ancient wisdom and spiritual insights around the transformative presence of a sacred fire. \nGrandfather Fire in this form has offered guidance\, teachings\, and sacred stories to people worldwide for over two decades\, helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with clarity\, compassion\, and courage. Through sacred storytelling and spiritual insight\, this gathering provides a transformative experience that cuts through personal illusion and reveals new possibilities and deeper wisdom that can be practically applied in one’s life. \nParticipants consistently describe the experience as profound\, enlightening\, and heart-opening. For those feeling stuck or seeking meaningful change\, this gathering offers a unique opportunity for spiritual growth\, healing\, and personal transformation. \nGrandfather Fire’s teachings emerge as a beacon of timeless wisdom—cutting through doubt and confusion\, inviting participants to see beyond their current limitations and embrace a more expansive view. His penetrating perspective transcends momentary challenges\, offering a profound path to deeper understanding of ourselves and the world we live in. \nGrandfather Fire has been a friend and teacher to humans for 800\,000 years. You are invited to come sit around a sacred fire and receive Grandfather Fire’s wisdom and counsel as He answers our questions. \nYou may experience: \n\nConnection and community\nClarity and direction\nIncreased compassion\nCutting through personal illusions to see a broader worldview\nHeart-opening\nPathways to personal transformation\nNew possibilities for navigating life’s challenges\nFind out more information about this phenomenon by reading this article.\n\nWhat people are saying after attending Fire Speaks: \n“For days after\, I kept having these intense visualizations of fire\, and I was able to really “feel” the spirit of fire\, as something beyond simple burning wood and instead a primeval creative essence. The whole experience seemed to have set a seed deep in my psyche.”~Luke \n“Grandfather fire has called me to live more in my heart\, to be open to so many possibilities\, and most importantly\, to always think how I can serve others. This ancient practice is both simple and profound.”~Warren \n  \nThis is a Sacred Fire Fire Speaks event.\nHosted by Chris Griffin.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/fs-new-hampshire/
LOCATION:New Hampshire Hearth\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fire Speaks,Sacred Fire,Traditions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250818T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250818T190000
DTSTAMP:20260515T065121
CREATED:20250404T001645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T001645Z
UID:8841-1755511200-1755543600@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:In-Person Healing Day in Olympia\, Washington. USA
DESCRIPTION:An In-Person Healing Day with Don David Wiley offers a profound opportunity for individuals to engage in deep\, transformative healing rooted in ancient indigenous traditions. As an initiated healer in both the Nahua and Wixárika (Huichol) traditions of Mexico\, Don David brings a wealth of ancestral wisdom to address the complexities of modern life. During these sessions\, participants receive personalized attention tailored to their unique healing needs. \nDon David employs traditional shamanic practices to help individuals confront and release long-standing issues\, facilitating a reconnection with their inner selves and the natural world. This process often leads to significant shifts across physical\, emotional\, mental\, and spiritual domains. \nThe healing environment is further enriched by the presence of sacred elements such as Fire and the natural surroundings\, which are integral to the Wixárika healing tradition. These elements serve to support and amplify the healing process\, fostering a sense of balance and harmony. Participants often report profound transformations\, including a renewed sense of purpose\, alleviation of emotional burdens\, and enhanced spiritual awareness. \nEngaging in a Healing Day with Don David Wiley provides not just temporary relief but also equips individuals with insights and practices for sustained well-being. \nContact Consultorio to schedule an appointment.  
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/px-day-aug-18-2025/
LOCATION:Olympia Hearth\, 3010 12th Ave. NE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Healing Work,In-Person Healing Sessions,Wixárika Shamanic Healing,Wixárika Tradition
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250816
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250817
DTSTAMP:20260515T065121
CREATED:20250402T015948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T033447Z
UID:8330-1755302400-1755388799@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:Fire Speaks — Olympia\, WA. USA
DESCRIPTION:This is a public\, open event offered by Sacred Fire.\nFire knows no pretense. It warms. It transforms. It connects.\nJoin us to hear what the fire has to say.\nFire Speaks is a ceremonial gathering where participants seek guidance from Grandfather Fire—known as Tatewari among Mexico’s Indigenous Huichol people—to receive ancient wisdom and spiritual insights around the transformative presence of a sacred fire. \nGrandfather Fire in this form has offered guidance\, teachings\, and sacred stories to people worldwide for over two decades\, helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with clarity\, compassion\, and courage. Through sacred storytelling and spiritual insight\, this gathering provides a transformative experience that cuts through personal illusion and reveals new possibilities and deeper wisdom that can be practically applied in one’s life. \nParticipants consistently describe the experience as profound\, enlightening\, and heart-opening. For those feeling stuck or seeking meaningful change\, this gathering offers a unique opportunity for spiritual growth\, healing\, and personal transformation. \nGrandfather Fire’s teachings emerge as a beacon of timeless wisdom—cutting through doubt and confusion\, inviting participants to see beyond their current limitations and embrace a more expansive view. His penetrating perspective transcends momentary challenges\, offering a profound path to deeper understanding of ourselves and the world we live in. \nGrandfather Fire has been a friend and teacher to humans for 800\,000 years. You are invited to come sit around a sacred fire and receive Grandfather Fire’s wisdom and counsel as He answers our questions. \nYou may experience: \n\nConnection and community\nClarity and direction\nIncreased compassion\nCutting through personal illusions to see a broader worldview\nHeart-opening\nPathways to personal transformation\nNew possibilities for navigating life’s challenges\nFind out more information about this phenomenon by reading this article.\n\nWhat people are saying after attending Fire Speaks: \n“For days after\, I kept having these intense visualizations of fire\, and I was able to really “feel” the spirit of fire\, as something beyond simple burning wood and instead a primeval creative essence. The whole experience seemed to have set a seed deep in my psyche.”~Luke \n“Grandfather fire has called me to live more in my heart\, to be open to so many possibilities\, and most importantly\, to always think how I can serve others. This ancient practice is both simple and profound.”~Warren \n  \nThis is a Sacred Fire Fire Speaks event.\nHosted at the Olympia Hearth by Sharon & Peter Brown.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/fire-speaks-olympia/
LOCATION:Olympia Hearth\, 3010 12th Ave. NE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fire Speaks,Sacred Fire,Traditions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://keepsthefire.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/sacredfireolympiahearth.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250811T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250811T180000
DTSTAMP:20260515T065121
CREATED:20250404T180749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T174038Z
UID:8902-1754906400-1754935200@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:In Service: Voluntary Mentorship & Guidance
DESCRIPTION:Mentoring Calls\nAs part of his sacred service\, Don David Wiley dedicates monthly and bi-weekly mentoring and counseling sessions to those who lead organizations and endeavors sparked by Grandfather Fire—such as Sacred Fire and its many branches of spiritual work. Though his time is incredibly limited\, Don David selflessly volunteers these sessions to ensure that the flame of Grandfather’s guidance continues to illuminate the path for others.\nHis mentorship helps anchor offerings like Firekeeping in alignment with Grandfather Fire’s wisdom. This support ensures that the reach of this medicine continues to expand\, making it available to all who feel the call of Fire stirring within them. \nWorking closely with long-time community members such as Annie King—who has been instrumental in designing and implementing the Firekeeping training programs\, facilitations\, and retreats—Don David continues to weave together a living legacy of support\, connection\, and transformation. \nHe also offers regular mentoring to the Executive Director of Sacred Fire\, helping navigate the complex responsibilities of leading such a revolutionary endeavor. Through this guidance\, the sacred work of reigniting humanity’s relationship with the medicine of Fire is sustained and strengthened. \nAdditionally\, Don David offers volunteer mentorship to the Tsantawu Men’s Council\, which oversees the biannual rituals at Stone Mountain. These rituals are dedicated to cultivating relationship with the land\, ancestral beings\, and the seasonal rains—a vital act of reciprocity and spiritual stewardship. \nThough unseen by many\, these efforts are essential threads in the living fabric of spiritual reconnection that Don David helps sustain. His dedication is a reminder that true leadership is rooted in service\, and that sacred work continues quietly and powerfully behind the scenes\, fueled by love\, commitment\, and the wisdom of Fire.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/vol-aug-11-2025/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Mentoring,Sacred Fire,Traditions,Volunteer Work
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://keepsthefire.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/voluntary-work.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250805T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250806T020000
DTSTAMP:20260515T065121
CREATED:20250403T221247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T221248Z
UID:8835-1754413200-1754445600@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:In-Person Healing Day in Highlett Melbourne\, Australia
DESCRIPTION:An In-Person Healing Day with Don David Wiley offers a profound opportunity for individuals to engage in deep\, transformative healing rooted in ancient indigenous traditions. As an initiated healer in both the Nahua and Wixárika (Huichol) traditions of Mexico\, Don David brings a wealth of ancestral wisdom to address the complexities of modern life.\n\nDuring these sessions\, participants receive personalized attention tailored to their unique healing needs. Don David employs traditional shamanic practices to help individuals confront and release long-standing issues\, facilitating a reconnection with their inner selves and the natural world. This process often leads to significant shifts across physical\, emotional\, mental\, and spiritual domains.\n\nThe healing environment is further enriched by the presence of sacred elements such as Fire and the natural surroundings\, which are integral to the Wixárika healing tradition. These elements serve to support and amplify the healing process\, fostering a sense of balance and harmony.\n\nParticipants often report profound transformations\, including a renewed sense of purpose\, alleviation of emotional burdens\, and enhanced spiritual awareness. Engaging in a Healing Day with Don David Wiley provides not just temporary relief but also equips individuals with insights and practices for sustained well-being.\n\nContact Consultorio to schedule an appointment.\n\n 
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/px-day-aus-aug-6-2025/
LOCATION:Melbourne Hearth\, Highett\, Melbourne\, 3190\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Healing Work,In-Person Healing Sessions,Wixárika Shamanic Healing,Wixárika Tradition
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250803
DTSTAMP:20260515T065121
CREATED:20250402T032303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T033251Z
UID:8361-1754092800-1754179199@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:Fire Speaks — Melbourne\, AUS
DESCRIPTION:This is a public\, open event offered by Sacred Fire.\nFire knows no pretense. It warms. It transforms. It connects.\nJoin us to hear what the fire has to say.\nFire Speaks is a ceremonial gathering where participants seek guidance from Grandfather Fire—known as Tatewari among Mexico’s Indigenous Huichol people—to receive ancient wisdom and spiritual insights around the transformative presence of a sacred fire. \nGrandfather Fire in this form has offered guidance\, teachings\, and sacred stories to people worldwide for over two decades\, helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with clarity\, compassion\, and courage. Through sacred storytelling and spiritual insight\, this gathering provides a transformative experience that cuts through personal illusion and reveals new possibilities and deeper wisdom that can be practically applied in one’s life. \nParticipants consistently describe the experience as profound\, enlightening\, and heart-opening. For those feeling stuck or seeking meaningful change\, this gathering offers a unique opportunity for spiritual growth\, healing\, and personal transformation. \nGrandfather Fire’s teachings emerge as a beacon of timeless wisdom—cutting through doubt and confusion\, inviting participants to see beyond their current limitations and embrace a more expansive view. His penetrating perspective transcends momentary challenges\, offering a profound path to deeper understanding of ourselves and the world we live in. \nGrandfather Fire has been a friend and teacher to humans for 800\,000 years. You are invited to come sit around a sacred fire and receive Grandfather Fire’s wisdom and counsel as He answers our questions. \nYou may experience: \n\nConnection and community\nClarity and direction\nIncreased compassion\nCutting through personal illusions to see a broader worldview\nHeart-opening\nPathways to personal transformation\nNew possibilities for navigating life’s challenges\nFind out more information about this phenomenon by reading this article.\n\nWhat people are saying after attending Fire Speaks: \n“For days after\, I kept having these intense visualizations of fire\, and I was able to really “feel” the spirit of fire\, as something beyond simple burning wood and instead a primeval creative essence. The whole experience seemed to have set a seed deep in my psyche.” ~ Luke \n“Grandfather fire has called me to live more in my heart\, to be open to so many possibilities\, and most importantly\, to always think how I can serve others. This ancient practice is both simple and profound.” ~ Warren \n  \nThis is a Sacred Fire Fire Speaks event.\nHosted by Elizabeth O’Leary & Mark Bradford.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/fire-speaks-melbourne-aus/
LOCATION:East Coast Hearth\, 66 Rocky Hollow\, Weaverville\, NC\, 28787\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fire Speaks,Sacred Fire,Traditions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://keepsthefire.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/grandfather.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250729T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250729T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T065121
CREATED:20250404T175923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T180001Z
UID:8890-1753783200-1753804800@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:Continuous Education Prep - Traditional Medicine Paths
DESCRIPTION:Curriculum design & planning\nBridging the vast and often forgotten ancestral wisdom of indigenous traditions with the Western modern world is a monumental task in itself. Yet Don David Wiley has taken on this sacred mission\, facing countless ongoing challenges to design and deliver programs that are not only tangible and replicable\, but that carry the weight and authenticity of true spiritual teachings.\nWhat makes this even more profound is the care with which Don David ensures that what is shared is exactly what needs to be shared—stripped of anything superfluous or misleading\, and offered with clear intention. He has had to navigate the assumptions and filters of contemporary\, educated minds\, which often believe they already understand how life works. In contrast\, Don David invites students to unlearn\, to return to a deeper way of knowing rooted in direct relationship with Divine\, nature\, and the sacred. \nMuch of this knowledge was originally passed down through oral tradition—shared from one generation to the next\, in sacred trust. Don David has found powerful ways to bring these teachings into the modern world without compromising their essence. Surfing between realms\, he draws what is needed from the intangible into the tangible—bridging spirit and form with clarity and purpose. \nAfter his intense training\, apprenticeship\, and initiations with living teachers in both the Nahua and Wixárika traditions\, Don David has now successfully trained the first generations of Western shamanic healers: Tepahtiani & Mara’akate. These pioneers have taken their place in the living web of healing and service. \nToday\, Don David is supported by a devoted team in both traditions—people who are helping him structure what can now be recognized as a curriculum of spiritual training. These teachings span different levels of commitment and engagement\, guiding those whose souls are being called back to the basics: to ancestral knowledge\, lived wisdom\, and real practices that can restore balance\, not only within individuals\, but across communities\, lands\, and generations. \nWe offer our deepest gratitude to Don David’s teaching assistants\, who provide him with invaluable support and help carry this great work forward. A heartfelt shout-out to each of you—for the unseen and sacred service you embody. \n 
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/medpaths-jul-29-2025/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nahua Shamanic Healing,Traditions,Tuki Fiesta,Weather Work Ceremonies
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250728T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250728T180000
DTSTAMP:20260515T065121
CREATED:20250404T175832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T174044Z
UID:8888-1753696800-1753725600@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:In Service: Voluntary Mentorship & Guidance
DESCRIPTION:Mentoring Calls\nAs part of his sacred service\, Don David Wiley dedicates monthly and bi-weekly mentoring and counseling sessions to those who lead organizations and endeavors sparked by Grandfather Fire—such as Sacred Fire and its many branches of spiritual work. Though his time is incredibly limited\, Don David selflessly volunteers these sessions to ensure that the flame of Grandfather’s guidance continues to illuminate the path for others.\nHis mentorship helps anchor offerings like Firekeeping in alignment with Grandfather Fire’s wisdom. This support ensures that the reach of this medicine continues to expand\, making it available to all who feel the call of Fire stirring within them. \nWorking closely with long-time community members such as Annie King—who has been instrumental in designing and implementing the Firekeeping training programs\, facilitations\, and retreats—Don David continues to weave together a living legacy of support\, connection\, and transformation. \nHe also offers regular mentoring to the Executive Director of Sacred Fire\, helping navigate the complex responsibilities of leading such a revolutionary endeavor. Through this guidance\, the sacred work of reigniting humanity’s relationship with the medicine of Fire is sustained and strengthened. \nAdditionally\, Don David offers volunteer mentorship to the Tsantawu Men’s Council\, which oversees the biannual rituals at Stone Mountain. These rituals are dedicated to cultivating relationship with the land\, ancestral beings\, and the seasonal rains—a vital act of reciprocity and spiritual stewardship. \nThough unseen by many\, these efforts are essential threads in the living fabric of spiritual reconnection that Don David helps sustain. His dedication is a reminder that true leadership is rooted in service\, and that sacred work continues quietly and powerfully behind the scenes\, fueled by love\, commitment\, and the wisdom of Fire.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/vol-jul-28-2025/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Mentoring,Sacred Fire,Traditions,Volunteer Work
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250726T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250727T000000
DTSTAMP:20260515T065121
CREATED:20250417T224846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T224900Z
UID:9081-1753549200-1753574400@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:Audience with Grandfather Fire: Sacred Fire - Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This is a closed audience hosted by Sacred Fire.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/audience-with-grandfather-fire-sacred-fire-summer-biz-board-meeting/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Firekeeping,Grandfather Fire,Open Audience,Sacred Fire,Traditions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://keepsthefire.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/gff-e1743732040321.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250724T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250724T180000
DTSTAMP:20260515T065121
CREATED:20250403T204251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T173340Z
UID:8757-1753372800-1753380000@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:Postgrad Online Class Y2 S6
DESCRIPTION:This is a closed program\, available only to initiated Tepahtiani practitioners.\nTo become a Tepahtiani\, one must first be initiated as a Granicero.\nNow in its second year\, this ongoing online program offers Tepahtiani graduates a monthly space to ask questions\, deepen their practice\, and remain spiritually connected with Don David. \nIt is also a sacred opportunity for Don David to pass on the wisdom entrusted to him by Don Lucio Campos Elizalde\, as well as to share the guidance he receives from Tatewarí when he is in the workshop and Grandfather Fire speaks. \n  \n  \n\nIf you feel genuinely called to Weather Work\, please reach out to Alison Gayek\, Chief of the Graniceros:\n📧 workingforweather@keepsthefire.org \n  \n 
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/postgrad-online-class-y2-s6/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuous Learning,Nahua Shamanic Healing,Nahua Tradition,Tepahtiani Classes,Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250721T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250722T000000
DTSTAMP:20260515T065121
CREATED:20250405T150231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T155141Z
UID:8941-1753117200-1753142400@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:Audience with Grandfather Fire: Blue Deer Center - Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This is a closed audience hosted by Blue Deer Center.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/gff-bdc-board/
LOCATION:Blue Deer Center\, 1153 Co Rd 6\, Margaretville\, NY\, 12455\, United States
CATEGORIES:Firekeeping,Grandfather Fire,Open Audience,Sacred Fire,Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Deer Center":MAILTO:info@bluedeer.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250714T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250721T070000
DTSTAMP:20260515T065121
CREATED:20250402T050755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T220047Z
UID:8414-1752501600-1753081200@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:Healing Intensive - Blue Deer Center\, NY. USA
DESCRIPTION:Reaching the Hearts of Those Who Seek True Healing\nIn these times of chaos\, deception\, violence\, and confusion\, many feel lost—disconnected from themselves\, from nature\, and from the deeper meaning of life. The world is filled with noise\, distractions\, and empty promises\, but beneath it all\, there is a hunger for something real. Something true. Something that speaks not to the mind’s desperation for quick fixes but to the soul’s longing for genuine transformation.\nThe Healing Intensive is not just another retreat. It is not a miracle cure or a temporary escape from life’s struggles. It is a deep and sacred process—an opportunity to face what has been hidden\, to listen to the wisdom of illness and imbalance\, and to begin the journey of healing in the way our ancestors always understood: through connection with the forces that sustain life itself. \nDon David Wiley with his Wixárika traje\, or special outfit for healing. \nHeld at the Blue Deer Center over five days and six nights\, this transformative program is led by Don David Wiley\, a guide who carries the responsibility of this work with devotion and heartfelt intention. He is supported by a team of initiated Mara’akate from Grupo Tatewarí\, ensuring that each participant receives the care and guidance needed to navigate their healing journey. \nAt the heart of this program lies the ancestral indigenous shamanic Wixárika medicine\, a living tradition that works in harmony with the land\, the spirit beings all around\, the God of Fire Himself\, and the River of Peace. These sacred elements form the foundation of a process that is both ancient and urgently needed in today’s world—a process that brings healing not only to the body but also to the heart and soul. \nThis is a miraculous opportunity\, one that would be nearly impossible to access for most people in the Western world. The path of deep healing through Wixárika medicine is traditionally undertaken in remote and sacred places\, far from modern life. But through the grace of Spirit and the vision of those who have sacrificed a lot to walk this path\, this healing has been made accessible. Nestled in the Catskill Mountains\, Blue Deer Center serves as a sacred bridge between worlds\, a place where the wisdom of the ancients meets those who are ready to receive it. \nIf you have been struggling with illness\, searching for answers beyond what modern medicine can provide\, or feeling an inner call—a deep knowing that your current way of living is not sustainable—this is your invitation. \nThe path has always been there\, waiting. \nNow is the time to take the first step. \nFor more information\, visit the Blue Deer Center website.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/healing-intensive/
LOCATION:Blue Deer Center\, 1153 Co Rd 6\, Margaretville\, NY\, 12455\, United States
CATEGORIES:Deep Healing Work,Healing Work,Wixárika Shamanic Healing,Wixárika Tradition
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Deer Center":MAILTO:info@bluedeer.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250713
DTSTAMP:20260515T065121
CREATED:20250402T023605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T033510Z
UID:8339-1752278400-1752364799@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:Fire Speaks — Blue Deer Center\, NY. USA
DESCRIPTION:This is a public\, open event offered by Sacred Fire & the Blue Deer Center.\nFire knows no pretense. It warms. It transforms. It connects.\nJoin us to hear what the fire has to say.\nFire Speaks is a ceremonial gathering where participants seek guidance from Grandfather Fire—known as Tatewarí among Mexico’s Indigenous Huichol people—to receive ancient wisdom and spiritual insights around the transformative presence of a sacred fire. \nGrandfather Fire in this form has offered guidance\, teachings\, and sacred stories to people worldwide for over two decades\, helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with clarity\, compassion\, and courage. Through sacred storytelling and spiritual insight\, this gathering provides a transformative experience that cuts through personal illusion and reveals new possibilities and deeper wisdom that can be practically applied in one’s life. \nParticipants consistently describe the experience as profound\, enlightening\, and heart-opening. For those feeling stuck or seeking meaningful change\, this gathering offers a unique opportunity for spiritual growth\, healing\, and personal transformation. \nGrandfather Fire’s teachings emerge as a beacon of timeless wisdom—cutting through doubt and confusion\, inviting participants to see beyond their current limitations and embrace a more expansive view. His penetrating perspective transcends momentary challenges\, offering a profound path to deeper understanding of ourselves and the world we live in. \nGrandfather Fire has been a friend and teacher to humans for 800\,000 years. You are invited to come sit around a sacred fire and receive Grandfather Fire’s wisdom and counsel as He answers our questions. \nYou may experience: \n\nConnection and community\nClarity and direction\nIncreased compassion\nCutting through personal illusions to see a broader worldview\nHeart-opening\nPathways to personal transformation\nNew possibilities for navigating life’s challenges\nFind out more information about this phenomenon by reading this article.\n\nWhat people are saying after attending Fire Speaks: \n“For days after\, I kept having these intense visualizations of fire\, and I was able to really “feel” the spirit of fire\, as something beyond simple burning wood and instead a primeval creative essence. The whole experience seemed to have set a seed deep in my psyche.”~Luke \n“Grandfather fire has called me to live more in my heart\, to be open to so many possibilities\, and most importantly\, to always think how I can serve others. This ancient practice is both simple and profound.”~Warren \n  \nThis is a Sacred Fire Fire Speaks event.\nHosted by the Blue Deer Center.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/fire-speaks-blue-deer/
LOCATION:Blue Deer Center\, 1153 Co Rd 6\, Margaretville\, NY\, 12455\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fire Speaks,Sacred Fire,Traditions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://keepsthefire.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2025-fs-bdc-banner.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250701T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250701T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T065121
CREATED:20250404T175637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T180118Z
UID:8884-1751364000-1751385600@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:Continuous Education Prep - Traditional Medicine Paths
DESCRIPTION:Curriculum design & planning\nBridging the vast and often forgotten ancestral wisdom of indigenous traditions with the Western modern world is a monumental task in itself. Yet Don David Wiley has taken on this sacred mission\, facing countless ongoing challenges to design and deliver programs that are not only tangible and replicable\, but that carry the weight and authenticity of true spiritual teachings.\nWhat makes this even more profound is the care with which Don David ensures that what is shared is exactly what needs to be shared—stripped of anything superfluous or misleading\, and offered with clear intention. He has had to navigate the assumptions and filters of contemporary\, educated minds\, which often believe they already understand how life works. In contrast\, Don David invites students to unlearn\, to return to a deeper way of knowing rooted in direct relationship with Divine\, nature\, and the sacred. \nMuch of this knowledge was originally passed down through oral tradition—shared from one generation to the next\, in sacred trust. Don David has found powerful ways to bring these teachings into the modern world without compromising their essence. Surfing between realms\, he draws what is needed from the intangible into the tangible—bridging spirit and form with clarity and purpose. \nAfter his intense training\, apprenticeship\, and initiations with living teachers in both the Nahua and Wixárika traditions\, Don David has now successfully trained the first generations of Western shamanic healers: Tepahtiani & Mara’akate. These pioneers have taken their place in the living web of healing and service. \nToday\, Don David is supported by a devoted team in both traditions—people who are helping him structure what can now be recognized as a curriculum of spiritual training. These teachings span different levels of commitment and engagement\, guiding those whose souls are being called back to the basics: to ancestral knowledge\, lived wisdom\, and real practices that can restore balance\, not only within individuals\, but across communities\, lands\, and generations. \nWe offer our deepest gratitude to Don David’s teaching assistants\, who provide him with invaluable support and help carry this great work forward. A heartfelt shout-out to each of you—for the unseen and sacred service you embody. \n 
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/medpath-jul-1-2025/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nahua Shamanic Healing,Traditions,Tuki Fiesta,Weather Work Ceremonies
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://keepsthefire.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/ta-planing-e1743785677719.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250630T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250630T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T065121
CREATED:20250403T203635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T173631Z
UID:8754-1751292000-1751299200@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:Postgrad Online Class Y2 S5
DESCRIPTION:This is a closed program\, available only to initiated Tepahtiani practitioners.\nTo become a Tepahtiani\, one must first be initiated as a Granicero.\nNow in its second year\, this ongoing online program offers Tepahtiani graduates a monthly space to ask questions\, deepen their practice\, and remain spiritually connected with Don David. \nIt is also a sacred opportunity for Don David to pass on the wisdom entrusted to him by Don Lucio Campos Elizalde\, as well as to share the guidance he receives from Tatewarí when he is in the workshop and Grandfather Fire speaks. \n  \n  \n\nIf you feel genuinely called to Weather Work\, please reach out to Alison Gayek\, Chief of the Graniceros:\n📧 workingforweather@keepsthefire.org \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/postgrad-online-class-y2-s3/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuous Learning,Nahua Shamanic Healing,Nahua Tradition,Tepahtiani Classes,Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250630T100000
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SUMMARY:In Service: Voluntary Mentorship & Guidance
DESCRIPTION:Mentoring Calls\nAs part of his sacred service\, Don David Wiley dedicates monthly and bi-weekly mentoring and counseling sessions to those who lead organizations and endeavors sparked by Grandfather Fire—such as Sacred Fire and its many branches of spiritual work. Though his time is incredibly limited\, Don David selflessly volunteers these sessions to ensure that the flame of Grandfather’s guidance continues to illuminate the path for others.\nHis mentorship helps anchor offerings like Firekeeping in alignment with Grandfather Fire’s wisdom. This support ensures that the reach of this medicine continues to expand\, making it available to all who feel the call of Fire stirring within them. \nWorking closely with long-time community members such as Annie King—who has been instrumental in designing and implementing the Firekeeping training programs\, facilitations\, and retreats—Don David continues to weave together a living legacy of support\, connection\, and transformation. \nHe also offers regular mentoring to the Executive Director of Sacred Fire\, helping navigate the complex responsibilities of leading such a revolutionary endeavor. Through this guidance\, the sacred work of reigniting humanity’s relationship with the medicine of Fire is sustained and strengthened. \nAdditionally\, Don David offers volunteer mentorship to the Tsantawu Men’s Council\, which oversees the biannual rituals at Stone Mountain. These rituals are dedicated to cultivating relationship with the land\, ancestral beings\, and the seasonal rains—a vital act of reciprocity and spiritual stewardship. \nThough unseen by many\, these efforts are essential threads in the living fabric of spiritual reconnection that Don David helps sustain. His dedication is a reminder that true leadership is rooted in service\, and that sacred work continues quietly and powerfully behind the scenes\, fueled by love\, commitment\, and the wisdom of Fire.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/vol-jul-7-2025/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Mentoring,Sacred Fire,Traditions,Volunteer Work
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250617T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250617T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T065121
CREATED:20250404T175533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T180013Z
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SUMMARY:Continuous Education Prep - Traditional Medicine Paths
DESCRIPTION:Curriculum design & planning\nBridging the vast and often forgotten ancestral wisdom of indigenous traditions with the Western modern world is a monumental task in itself. Yet Don David Wiley has taken on this sacred mission\, facing countless ongoing challenges to design and deliver programs that are not only tangible and replicable\, but that carry the weight and authenticity of true spiritual teachings.\nWhat makes this even more profound is the care with which Don David ensures that what is shared is exactly what needs to be shared—stripped of anything superfluous or misleading\, and offered with clear intention. He has had to navigate the assumptions and filters of contemporary\, educated minds\, which often believe they already understand how life works. In contrast\, Don David invites students to unlearn\, to return to a deeper way of knowing rooted in direct relationship with Divine\, nature\, and the sacred. \nMuch of this knowledge was originally passed down through oral tradition—shared from one generation to the next\, in sacred trust. Don David has found powerful ways to bring these teachings into the modern world without compromising their essence. Surfing between realms\, he draws what is needed from the intangible into the tangible—bridging spirit and form with clarity and purpose. \nAfter his intense training\, apprenticeship\, and initiations with living teachers in both the Nahua and Wixárika traditions\, Don David has now successfully trained the first generations of Western shamanic healers: Tepahtiani & Mara’akate. These pioneers have taken their place in the living web of healing and service. \nToday\, Don David is supported by a devoted team in both traditions—people who are helping him structure what can now be recognized as a curriculum of spiritual training. These teachings span different levels of commitment and engagement\, guiding those whose souls are being called back to the basics: to ancestral knowledge\, lived wisdom\, and real practices that can restore balance\, not only within individuals\, but across communities\, lands\, and generations. \nWe offer our deepest gratitude to Don David’s teaching assistants\, who provide him with invaluable support and help carry this great work forward. A heartfelt shout-out to each of you—for the unseen and sacred service you embody. \n 
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/medpaths-jun-17-2025/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nahua Shamanic Healing,Traditions,Tuki Fiesta,Weather Work Ceremonies
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250616T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250616T180000
DTSTAMP:20260515T065121
CREATED:20250404T175449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T174713Z
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SUMMARY:In Service: Voluntary Mentorship & Guidance
DESCRIPTION:Mentoring Calls\nAs part of his sacred service\, Don David Wiley dedicates monthly and bi-weekly mentoring and counseling sessions to those who lead organizations and endeavors sparked by Grandfather Fire—such as Sacred Fire and its many branches of spiritual work. Though his time is incredibly limited\, Don David selflessly volunteers these sessions to ensure that the flame of Grandfather’s guidance continues to illuminate the path for others.\nHis mentorship helps anchor offerings like Firekeeping in alignment with Grandfather Fire’s wisdom. This support ensures that the reach of this medicine continues to expand\, making it available to all who feel the call of Fire stirring within them. \nWorking closely with long-time community members such as Annie King—who has been instrumental in designing and implementing the Firekeeping training programs\, facilitations\, and retreats—Don David continues to weave together a living legacy of support\, connection\, and transformation. \nHe also offers regular mentoring to the Executive Director of Sacred Fire\, helping navigate the complex responsibilities of leading such a revolutionary endeavor. Through this guidance\, the sacred work of reigniting humanity’s relationship with the medicine of Fire is sustained and strengthened. \nAdditionally\, Don David offers volunteer mentorship to the Tsantawu Men’s Council\, which oversees the biannual rituals at Stone Mountain. These rituals are dedicated to cultivating relationship with the land\, ancestral beings\, and the seasonal rains—a vital act of reciprocity and spiritual stewardship. \nThough unseen by many\, these efforts are essential threads in the living fabric of spiritual reconnection that Don David helps sustain. His dedication is a reminder that true leadership is rooted in service\, and that sacred work continues quietly and powerfully behind the scenes\, fueled by love\, commitment\, and the wisdom of Fire.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/vol-jun-16-2025/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Mentoring,Sacred Fire,Traditions,Volunteer Work
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250609T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250609T180000
DTSTAMP:20260515T065121
CREATED:20250403T204159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T173420Z
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SUMMARY:Postgrad Online Class Y2 S4
DESCRIPTION:This is a closed program\, available only to initiated Tepahtiani practitioners.\nTo become a Tepahtiani\, one must first be initiated as a Granicero.\nNow in its second year\, this ongoing online program offers Tepahtiani graduates a monthly space to ask questions\, deepen their practice\, and remain spiritually connected with Don David. \nIt is also a sacred opportunity for Don David to pass on the wisdom entrusted to him by Don Lucio Campos Elizalde\, as well as to share the guidance he receives from Tatewarí when he is in the workshop and Grandfather Fire speaks. \n  \n  \n\nIf you feel genuinely called to Weather Work\, please reach out to Alison Gayek\, Chief of the Graniceros:\n📧 workingforweather@keepsthefire.org \n 
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/postgrad-online-class-y2-s4/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuous Learning,Nahua Shamanic Healing,Nahua Tradition,Tepahtiani Classes,Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250603T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250603T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T065121
CREATED:20250404T175307Z
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UID:8876-1748944800-1748966400@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:Continuous Education Prep - Traditional Medicine Paths
DESCRIPTION:Curriculum design & planning\nBridging the vast and often forgotten ancestral wisdom of indigenous traditions with the Western modern world is a monumental task in itself. Yet Don David Wiley has taken on this sacred mission\, facing countless ongoing challenges to design and deliver programs that are not only tangible and replicable\, but that carry the weight and authenticity of true spiritual teachings.\nWhat makes this even more profound is the care with which Don David ensures that what is shared is exactly what needs to be shared—stripped of anything superfluous or misleading\, and offered with clear intention. He has had to navigate the assumptions and filters of contemporary\, educated minds\, which often believe they already understand how life works. In contrast\, Don David invites students to unlearn\, to return to a deeper way of knowing rooted in direct relationship with Divine\, nature\, and the sacred. \nMuch of this knowledge was originally passed down through oral tradition—shared from one generation to the next\, in sacred trust. Don David has found powerful ways to bring these teachings into the modern world without compromising their essence. Surfing between realms\, he draws what is needed from the intangible into the tangible—bridging spirit and form with clarity and purpose. \nAfter his intense training\, apprenticeship\, and initiations with living teachers in both the Nahua and Wixárika traditions\, Don David has now successfully trained the first generations of Western shamanic healers: Tepahtiani & Mara’akate. These pioneers have taken their place in the living web of healing and service. \nToday\, Don David is supported by a devoted team in both traditions—people who are helping him structure what can now be recognized as a curriculum of spiritual training. These teachings span different levels of commitment and engagement\, guiding those whose souls are being called back to the basics: to ancestral knowledge\, lived wisdom\, and real practices that can restore balance\, not only within individuals\, but across communities\, lands\, and generations. \nWe offer our deepest gratitude to Don David’s teaching assistants\, who provide him with invaluable support and help carry this great work forward. A heartfelt shout-out to each of you—for the unseen and sacred service you embody. \n 
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/medpath-jun-3-2025/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nahua Shamanic Healing,Traditions,Tuki Fiesta,Weather Work Ceremonies
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
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