For girls 11 to 14 · water and moon
13 Moons
A year that turns through thirteen moons, guided by a circle of women led by Jodi Jackson. Its four seasons follow the four phases of a girl’s own cycle. Now in its third year.
Walk the 13 Moons pathTwo fires at the center
The Paths
Two fires burn at the center of the village. More will be lit.
13 Moons and Fire Keepers
For boys 11 to 14 · fire, redwood and night sky
Fire Keepers
Four weekends on the land, with a day gathering in most months between them and a man who walks beside each boy for the whole year. The first circle began in April 2026.
Walk the Fire Keepers pathSide by side
The two paths at a glance
| 13 Moons | Fire Keepers | |
|---|---|---|
| For | Girls aged 11 to 14 | Boys aged 11 to 14 |
| Guided by | A circle of women, led by Jodi Jackson | A council of men, each paired with one boy |
| The year | Thirteen moons, and four seasons that follow a girl’s cycle | Four Friday to Sunday immersions, with day gatherings between |
| Element | Water and moon | Fire, redwood and night sky |
| Next circle | Begins autumn 2027 | Begins autumn 2027 |
| Now | Third year | First circle, 2026 to 2027 |
| Safety | Every mentor Live Scan cleared | Every mentor Live Scan cleared |
| Funded by | Donations from the village | Donations from the village |
Paths still to come
Fires we are dreaming toward
The village expects to add rites for other ages and offerings for the wider community. None of these has a date yet.
Parent circles
For mothers and fathers walking their own threshold while their children walk theirs.
Elder councils
For the grandmothers and grandfathers who sit at the edge of every circle.
The later years
For young people who have finished their first year and are ready for the next.
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