



Welcome to Spirit of the Wind
We are Spirit of the Wind:
A Native American nonprofit organization from the beautiful and mystical area of Mount Shasta, in Siskiyou County, Northern California, expanding to Klamath County in Southern Oregon.
We are a community of people committed to living in harmony with the Creator.
We facilitate Native American Ceremonies like Sweat Lodges, Vision Quests, Drum Circles, and Traditional Dances, guided by our Ceremonial Leader, Walking Eagle (Jack Thom, Sr.), from the Karuk Tribe, and his Wife, Gentle Springs (Barbara Humiston), a Wintun Nomalaki descendant.
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We are a nonprofit charitable organization primarily run by volunteers, and donations to the organization are tax-deductible.
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We have recognized the importance of promoting and preserving Native American Culture, Values, and Traditions through strong community support and our growing role in the community over the last forty years.

Walking Eagle and Gentle Springs

Walking Eagle (Jack Thom, Sr.)
Walking Eagle
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Our ceremonial leader,
Walking Eagle (Hün-Na-îtch) (Jack Thom, Sr.), is a beloved Káruk Elder who has led Native American Indigenous and Spiritual Ceremonies in Siskiyou County, Northern California, for over forty years.
He is a devoted advocate of healthy and sober living. He teaches by example and constantly reminds us that the answers to our questions are found in our prayers.
He supports the spiritual growth and healing of people from diverse cultures and backgrounds worldwide.​​
All peoples and tribes are welcome to participate in our activities!
Our activities are currently held in Weed, Northern California, and we are expanding to Keno, Southern Oregon, halfway between Portland and San Francisco.​​​
A Native American Prayer
Great Spirit
We are guided by your Wisdom,
Encouraged by your Strength,
And protected by your Love!
We, the Spirit of the Wind Family, welcome you with open arms into our lives!
​It's our belief that we are all part of the Creator’s family, including you!
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We hope this website provides an overall idea of our Community and ways you can participate in Ceremonies and support our events and educational activities.
Your feedback and questions are highly valued. Do not hesitate to contact us!
You can also subscribe to our mailing list for updated emails about activities and events.
May your journey be guided by the beat of the Creator’s heart!
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Blessings from the Spirit of the Wind Family!
Aho! 🪶
Due to extreme Winter weather conditions,
our Next Public Sweat Lodge in Siskiyou County, CA,
had to be rescheduled to:
Saturday, February 22, 2025
Time:1 PM (Pacific Time)
Location:
370 Siskiyou Way, Weed, CA, 96094
(Take a left on Walnut Street because the GPS will take you to an apartment complex.)
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For detailed information and disclaimer, please click on the button below:
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​Spirit of the Wind Email:
contact@spiritofthewind.org

Mount Shasta, Northern California. Photo by Hawkfeathers Pruett Photography, October, 2024.