As we continue through the heart of Spring, may we look towards the rhythms of the land for strength and guidance. What songs may the canyon offer when we linger enough to listen deeply?

The Sandia Foothills present a wonderful opportunity to walk gently across the landscape, listening deeply to all the sounds that shape the stories of these plant communities and mountain canyons.

Song Dog Relations will be facilitating a four hour plant walk and meditation practice in the Sandia Foothills on April 26th. Participants will learn how to identify local plant life, explore plant adaptations and listen to the stories the flowers have to share. There will be an opportunity to share songs, poetry and reflections at a seasonal spring.

Participants should expect to walk up to 3 miles total, carrying a backpack that will store their water, snacks, lunch, a journal and writing materials. Dressing in layers is highly encouraged due to shift in weather conditions. Song Dog will be providing hot herbal tea and snacks.

Date - Sunday, April 26th

Time - 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Location: Embudo Trailhead, Albuquerque

Your Guide: Blanca S. Villalobos (they/them/elle) is a certified naturalist and is trained in Wilderness First Aid, CPR and Mental Health Wilderness First Aid. Learn more about Blanca here.

*Spanish interpretation is available*

Registration is offered through a sliding scale exchange, please select the price that best reflects your current financial capacity & privilege:

Community - $35 ( Low Cost )

General - $45 ( True Cost )

Support - $55 ( Pay It Forward )

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 cannot offer refunds at this time unless the program is cancelled.