Santa Cruz Psychedelic Society

Welcome to the Santa Cruz Psychedelic Society Microdosing hikes. A guided journey through nature, allowing the healing energies of the great outdoors and microdosing to enhance your connection with the natural world. Our sessions are facilitated by our leadership team and Community Partners Seba and Javi from Green Magic Yoga. This is a BYO Event, +21 years old, no buying or selling.

Weather permitting (no heavy precipitation, thunder, lightning, or weather advisory).

Agenda

1. Meet at 1:00pm, depart at 1:10pm (plan to arrive 10-5 minutes earlier)
2. Route: Provided after registration. Difficulty: medium
3. Return around 6:00pm
4. BYOM Bring your Own Mushrooms. Microdosing is optional and less than 0.3gr.
5. No other substances, no buying/selling, thank you.
6. We will start in a circle together at the meeting point. We will offer a brief meditation / intention sharing and opportunity to microdose in community.
7. There will be a ~15min segment of the trail where we will share a silent walk. After this we’ll gather in a circle and do a mid-point check-in.
8. You are invited to bring poetry, song, spiritual questions, etc.. throughout our journey together.
9. We close with a check-out circle.

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Santa Cruz Psychedelic Society Community Agreements

1. Treat everyone with respect including respecting individual privacy
2. Confidentiality please do not share other peoples names or stories after this or any of our event.
3. Practice Compassionate Communication: Listen from the heart, Speak from the Heart
4. No buying, selling, or soliciting substances
5. Education and Advocacy
6. Harm Reduction approach
7. No Pets and no ESAs on our Hikes, thank you!

Santa Cruz Psychedelic Society Guidelines

Santa Cruz Psychedelic Society does not explicitly advocate for the consumption of psychedelic substances — if you choose to engage in these substances, it is your responsibility to educate yourself on how to use these substances safely, responsibly, and intelligently. We will provide the resources for education and support, but we do not sell psychedelic substances nor do we give your advice on how to access them. We understand that this mental health epidemic has created an incredible urgency for people to find relief from their psychological distress — but for the safety of our members, yourself, and the continuation of this organization, we do not and cannot provide you with psychedelics or the contacts to get them. This is not the setting for you to sell or buy, please do not come if this is your intention. If you post comments looking for a supplier or to sell, your comment will be deleted. If you continue to post these types of comments, you will be banned from this group for the safety and continuation of this organization.

Donation Based Event: You can always support us brining cash, contribute to the SCPS PayPal or through https://www.greenmagicyoga.com/support
Suggested donation $10-$25

For any questions please email our Santa Cruz Psychedelic Society lead at [email protected]

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This is an anonymous meeting, no need to RSVP, doors open at 7:30PM please do not come in earlier. Psychedelics in Recovery is a 12-step fellowship of people from ALL 12-step programs and other paths of Recovery who share our experience, strength, and hope with each other. Our primary purpose is to pursue Recovery and to help others do the same, as defined by the individual. The only requirement for membership is a desire to recover from our addictive behaviors. PIR focuses on integrating the safe, intentional, and/or ceremonial use of psychedelics and/or plant medicines to support 12-Step Recovery.

For more information about PIR, go to: psychedelicsinrecovery.org

⚠️Disclaimer: Groups do not offer psychotherapy, psychedelic substances, or referrals. This meeting is designed as a secure and anonymous space. It is not a place to promote services or to seek in the procurement of any controlled substances.

This is a Donation Based Event, no one turned away.

About Green Magic Yoga
Green Magic Yoga is a studio and community dedicated to integrating yoga, mindfulness, intentional psychedelic use and movement practices for healing, growth and transformation.

Community Guidelines: by attending our events you are agreeing to our agreements:

Confidentiality: It is appropriate to share your personal experiences; however, refrain from disclosing any information about other participants, including names, stories, photos, screenshots, and recordings.

Confidentiality in the Circle: What is shared here, stays here. We maintain the highest standards of confidentiality to create a trusted space for personal sharing and growth.

Active Listening: We practice holding space for each other, listening from the heart compassionately and without judgment.

Speaking from the Heart: take your time to speak sincerely and from the heart. We encourage practicing the Yoga of the Voice to help in expressing your truth.

Reflections (Feedback): Offer reflections only when requested. Avoid giving unsolicited advice or speaking condescendingly.

Honoring Time and Avoiding Cross Talk: Each participant is encouraged to share for 5-10 minutes. If feedback is requested, an additional 5-10 minutes may be allotted for this purpose. Facilitators will assist in keeping time to ensure everyone has a chance to speak.

Staying in the Circle: This circle is a sacred space, and your presence significantly contributes to the communal energy. If you join, we invite you to stay until the end. If you need to leave early, please inform the group.

Substance Policy: No buying, selling, or recommending of medicine, drugs, or related services is allowed in the circle. This ensures our space remains focused on support and safety without commercial influences.

Safety in Connections: We embody safe behavior, respecting boundaries and engaging in safe connections. Consult a facilitator if you experience any unsafe behavior, we are here to help ensure a secure environment for everyone.

Support and Resources: If you are in need of additional support or resources, please let a facilitator know after the circle.

Join Us for Psychedelic First Friday: Exploring Connection and Transformation. Hosted by the Santa Cruz Psychedelic Society & Green Magic Yoga.

Dive into a night of visionary art, educational talks, and community engagement at this month’s Psychedelic First Friday. We're thrilled to feature visionary artist Matt Jones alongside a lineup of activities to deepen connections and expand minds. Visionary Art Exhibition: Experience the captivating works of local artist Elliot Bliss.

Evening Agenda:

• 6:00-6:15 PM: Didgeridoo Sound Bath with JemInEye Incantations & Meditation with Javiera Köstner
• 6:20-6:55 PM: Talk - Rewiring Recovery: Psychedelics, Sobriety, and Sustained Wellbeing. Insights on how the brain, body, and psyche can heal with the help of psychedelics and functional medicine by Dr Michelle Bean
• 7:00-8:00 PM: Talk - Exploring Consciousness: The Legacy of Ralph Metzner with Dr. Cathy Coleman
• 8:15-9:30 PM: House Music, Social Time, Networking & Visionary Art, our End of the Year Party!

Please Note: No sales or solicitation of controlled substances.
Prepare to be inspired and connect with like-minded individuals in an environment that celebrates creativity, compassion, and the collective journey of psychedelic exploration.

Register Now! Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect, learn, and dance in the heart of Santa Cruz.

Want to Support or Volunteer with the Santa. Cruz Psychedelic Society? Volunteer Signup Here :)

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For details, artist submissions, and speaking opportunities send us a message to: [[email protected]](mailto: [email protected]?subject=Psychedelic%20First%20Friday%20November)

About Santa Cruz Psychedelic Society
We are a community-oriented non-profit organization interested in all facets of psychedelics and wellness. We are dedicated to education, advocacy, outreach, and overall support for the safe and responsible use & research of psychedelics, entheogens, and plant medicines for therapeutic, spiritual, and recreational purposes. We organize monthly community gatherings and events.

About Green Magic Yoga
Green Magic Yoga is a studio and community dedicated to integrating yoga, mindfulness, intentional psychedelic use and movement practices for healing, growth and transformation.

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Insights on how the brain, body, and psyche can heal with the help of psychedelics and functional medicine.

Join Dr. Michelle Bean for an inspiring talk on how psychedelics and functional medicine can support recovery and lasting wellness. Dr. Bean will share her personal journey of overcoming addiction through a life-changing psilocybin experience, explore the neuroscience behind its transformative effects, and discuss insights on macro and microdosing. The session will conclude with a Q&A.

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About Dr. Michelle Bean
Dr. Bean is a board-certified chiropractor with 17 years of experience helping patients heal from chronic pain and inflammation. Based in Santa Cruz, CA, she runs a thriving chiropractic practice and is actively engaged in the local health and fitness community. After a decade-long battle with addiction, a transformative psilocybin journey led her to pursue advanced studies in psychedelics at Naropa University, where she is completing her Psychedelics Certificate. Soon to be a licensed facilitator, Dr. Bean is passionate about helping others heal through these powerful tools. She lives in Santa Cruz with her Westie companions, Lady and Sandy Bean, and enjoys beach walks, gardening, and reading.