How To Make A Cedar Smudge Stick

Using local BC old growth Cedar, lower branch clippings.
Burlap Twine and cotton thread
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[@micheleemcdaniel389]

L-O-V-E-D your video! I have a row of white cedars in my backyard. Am only learning now of their importance in Native culture. Can't wait to try cedar tea, cedar bath and cedar smudge. God Bless You!

[@kellycarroll651]

I swear I can almost smell the cedar as you were tying it. Great video… thank you❤

[@trizhaay]

What a beautiful smudge stick!

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

Thank you Trish, had a lot of fun making them.

[@AspenBurning]

I really needed this. Heh heh I've been practicing for almost 2 years and I still have never made a smudge stick. So thanks!

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

So awsome! Ty

[@tybdamonster]

if you're talking about withcraft, it's smoke purification, smudging is a part of indigenous culture, and a closed practice

[@SusanA1056]

We also use cedar as a tea for lung ailments and in our bathtub to heal us of arthritis type complaints. A hot bath with cedar in the steam is very good for us.

[@tofumommy]

A big branch just fell off a large cedar in my yard so I’m ready to do this!

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

SeaHen right on. The oils in the cedar are awsome!

[@madalinaflo]

It’s a sign

[@1SpiritEye]

That was helpful to see that we cut the sticking out stuff off. I did everything accept that. I used the twine as my string. Hopefully it doesn't burn weird.

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

It’s all just positive intentions and energy, any practice is good practice. I feel an even mass and density will burn best. I have yet to make the perfect smudge. I like. It that way.

[@janar1029]

Gorgeous video and labour of love. Thank you

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

Your so very welcome and thank you for contributing to my channel. Peace and love

[@TtTt-eh6gl]

Love this video! Thank you for sharing!

[@marjoriegoodwin2993]

Nice video.

[@sylvialockwood132]

This is beautiful, thank you

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

You are so very welcome

[@shakeystwelve3085]

so beautiful🥰 thnks for sharing takecare🌲🌲🌴🌲🌲

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

Appreciate the feedback, thank you

[@micheleemcdaniel389]

Can you help with the following please: I have a row of 15-17 cedars in my backyard. They grow along the length of a 6 foot wooden fence. They were growing into the neighbour's yard. The neighbour went the length of the cedars sawing off 4-5 limbs off each tree at the trunk. I was and still am in shock at what he has done. Will this harm the cedars? Is there anything I can do to protect them, to mitigate the harm he has done? Please let me know.

[@ravantgarde7842]

Hi I have a question: do i have to wait for it to dry for atleast 5 days or so or can i use it straight away?

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

Hello, I found they need to dry a lot. The natural oils in cedar take extra long to dry. 5 days should do it. Try and keep out the big stems. Thanks so much for watching, happy smudging! ✌️❤️

[@cherylcoyote]

Great video, thanks!

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

Your very welcome! Makes it all worth the effort!

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

Your so welcome, thank you for watching. Peace and love

[@BeeSuper420]

How long do it have to dry before we can light it up?

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

Depending on where you drying, best to hang it and because of the oils it takes longer to dry than most smudge material 3-5 days

[@pwalkie745]

What kind of cedar do you use? Western Red? Atlantic white? So many

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

I use yellow cedar, I’m sure all would be fine as long as there are no brown portions of material. Thanks for watching, more smudge/incense material on the way.

[@rotem1437]

So beautiful

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

Thank you so much!

[@pixelfish3395]

Hello, this looks lovely, I was just wondering if it leaves much of a smell?

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

Not much of a residual smell I would say. It’s a very strong smell when burning. I would say if it’s done frequently it would defiantly eventually be absorbed by surrounding material, cloths, fabric, curtains etc. While smudging indoors traditionally widows should be open as much as possible to release old and welcome the new.. Hope this helps, thanks for watching and be well.

[@chuuyas_left_eyeball]

I was about to do this then I remembered I'm allergic to cedar 💀

[@lindanorris2455]

beautiful, but needed native american music I think? lovely video.

[@Ladytazm]

Beautiful. I love the smell of cedar. How do you handle this without it sticking your hands..?

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

I didn’t find that they stick to hands at all, maybe avoid the seed cones and bigger twigs. Thank you much for watching and for the feedback

[@Ladytazm]

@@thismountainhighadventure9419 you're welcome...

[@marujaa1]

Why a stone? Or Chrystal? I am very new to all this. Thank you.. Peace

[@Joyride37]

do you have to wash them beforehand? Or is that just for making tea

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

That’s just for Tea, no washing necessary.

[@lindachandler2293]

Very pretty, too.

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

linda chandler thank you! They deffenatly have a great vibe. Thank you so much for your feedback.

[@aiycha]

Can I do this w my old Christmas tree

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

Pine needles create a powerfully protective smudge that can be used for healing, protection, fertility, cleaning, long life and prosperity

[@fabiolaflores8919]

Wonderful video, thanks! I have 2 questions: 1. Do you wait until it dries to smudge. 2. Do you know if people with cedar allergies will be negatively affected by the smudging.

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

Hi there, 1.- yes (wrap your smudge midways through drying, wait until completely dry. 2. I’m not inclined to give solid advice on allergic reaction. I would say the smoke is particulate and therefore can easily be in jested through the eyes, nose and mouth.

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

Thank you for your interest in this practice and kind words.

[@fabiolaflores8919]

@@thismountainhighadventure9419 Thank you for your your quick response, for taking the time to provide details on how to dry the smudge stick and your honesty and insight on the allergy information. Sending you positive vibes and wishing you continued blessings. ❤️💕

[@fabiolaflores8919]

@@thismountainhighadventure9419 ☺️❤️

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

Received ✌️❤️

[@SarcasticPixie]

Oooo I have cedar incense trees in my yard!

[@TheOneinthewoods]

Please tell me the name of this tune?

[@ssfoodpicklesherbsandvlogs2244]

Best

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

Thank you SS

[@Fatimavlogs281]

Wht is this stone?

[@katrussell6819]

First, collect the cedar respectfully.

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

What do you mean?

[@Joyride37]

@@thismountainhighadventure9419 I learned about this from an Ojibwe friend! Generally, you want to 1) pick cedar in the morning (symbolic of everything waking up, good spirits around, etc.) 2) pick from different parts of the tree so it doesn’t ‘look’ harvested 3) It’s also recommended you give something back in exchange, like a bit of cornmeal, a piece of hair, bit of tobacco, etc. As a sign of respect. 4) Then give thanks to the tree / nature / God for providing you with what you needed. 5) Then bury used Cedar in the “north” (like north of your house maybe), as that’s where it is on the Ojibwe medicine wheel To me, the practice reinforces respect for our environment and good habits for sustainable harvesting! As well as respect for Ojibwe and other native peoples, who taught some our settler ancestors the importance and used of cedar

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

@@Joyride37 really, I dident know that

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

I am native, I did offer tobacco and I dident over harvest. I also gave thanks to the tree and surrounding‘s.

[@corrinenolan344]

@@Joyride37 the Ojibwe smoke Kinnikinnick...not true tobacco. Their offerings were traditionally Red Osier aka red willow. Corn was from Mexico so they wouldn't have offered that back in the day until Turtle Island was colonized. The Tribes do their gathering differently. The Lakota have a tradition to even meditate on gathering before going and ground yourself with bare feet on the earth before sun up is up and gather while the sun is up. That is traditional to many tribes but for gathering "all our relations" not just for cedar. And tribes do not all share the Ojibwe medicine wheel as their own. We all have our own medicine wheel teachings. So if he was not taught that way, his people probably don't do it that way.

[@amethyst532]

Can I use this to cleanse my crystals?

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

Although I’m not sure officially, generally my understanding is moonlight and running water are most topically used to cleans crystals. I personally feel intent is very powerful and therefore anything is possible, life is what you make it. I use a smudge in different ways, all surrounding my thoughts and feelings. Wether I’m sending or asking. Thanks for watching!

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

www.healthline.com/health/how-to-cleanse-crystals

[@amethyst532]

@@thismountainhighadventure9419 okay thank you!

[@bigfish8280]

You do know there is a thing called pruning scissors right? You seem to be having some difficulty with those dollar store scissors you've got

[@thismountainhighadventure9419]

tuna is the fish haha, good call! I don’t make a lot of them. Usually using sage, but with my sage connection shutting down from vivid( my sisters house) I had to source what I could. Thanks for the comment and feedback.