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Afraid to take a trip to Paradise?

The Sacred Soma Shamans book tells you everything you need to know about Amanita mushrooms.

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The Secrets of Soma DVD shows you how the Shamans prepare Amanita. (Also on VHS.)

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Mushroom T-shirts & Art Prints can be found in our Gift Shop, along with shamanic jewelery and more.

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Upon the lofty ridge of Heaven thy bright rays with their essences, Soma, spread thy purifying power.

- Rig Veda (B 9, H LXVI, V 5.)

Welcome to Soma Consciousness

Preparing Amanita Muscaria Mushrooms

We invite you to browse our website for free info about Amanitas, beautiful Amanita mushroom pictures, and more.

- Somadise of Red Angels

Praise for Sacred Soma Shamans

"[Sacred Soma Shamans] can only be referred to as a mycological masterpiece... the most comprehensive and complete book on using the sacred Soma mushroom in the field... may very well be to mycology and culture as great of a discovery as Gordon Wasson's discovery of Psilocybe Mexicana in 1957.
- Steven Scott, Cannabis Culture Magazine.

Recent Updates

04 September 2008

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17 August 2008

Three new photos have been added to Dick from Vermont's Amanita mushroom gallery, showing the Somas opening up more after three days.

Click here for the rest of the pictures in this series or visit the rest of the Amanita Mushroom Picture Gallery

11 August 2008

Dick (woodstock 1969) in Vermont found these Amanita mushrooms under a pine tree on his property, growing beside Vermont's famous natural white marble. Click here for more.

4 August 2008

25 July 2008

12 July 2008

23 June 2008

Venus, High Priestess of Soma, officiated our Summer Solstice rites and Mars did his singing and drumming. Jayme held the chalice for God. We sang our personal hymn, "Red God of Summer Paradise," as the Fates reassembled their direction on June 20th.

Peace and Blessings from Soma Paradise, Jayme, Venus, Hawk, Mars

14 June 2008

27 May 2008

Summer's here and it's a good time to order one of our exclusive Red Angels Amanita Mushroom Tee Shirts. Featuring vibrant, full color original artwork, our Mushroom Tee Shirts make a great gift for you -- or your loved ones!

The Tokin' Wizard Shroom tee shirt is back! Due to popular demand, we've woken up the Tokin' Wizard and now he's happy to appear on your tee shirt. (Or art prints!)

And like all our tee shirts, Tokin' Wizard Shroom is now available in eight different colors at our Amanita Gift Shop.

27 May 2008

Now you can get all your favorite tee shirt designs printed in living color. We'll update our order page with the information soon, but for now, here's a sneak peek.

17 May 2008

09 May 2008

25 April 2008

13 April 2008

Jayme's 27th birthday was joyfully celebrated with a cauldron of Soma, drumming, dancing and singing. In his esctasy of Soma Consciousness, he read us one of his best stories while standing near Mt. Konocti, overlooking Clear Lake.

Peace

30 March 2008

Amanita mushrooms grow all around the world, bringing smiles to the faces of those lucky enough to find them -- like these two contributors to our Reader Amanita Gallery.

A lady from Italy took these enchanting pictures in Iceland near a small woodland area by a waterfall. See more here.

Rowan sent some nice shots of Amanita from the San Francisco Bay Area of Northern California. (Note the tasty 'solar drieds.') See more here.

24 March 2008

1 This here is Soma, ne'er restrained active, all conquering bursting forth...
2. All that is bare, he covers o'er, all that is sick he medicines; the blind man sees the cripple walks.
- Rig Veda, B. VIII, H. LXVIII, V. 1-2.

Under our care, we've witnessed miraculous healings and transformations in people once clutched by the death grip of severe addiction from alcohol, tobacco, cocaine, methamphetamines, and pain pills.

When properly prepared and administered, this Angelic Friend will lift you above the hell of your misery. For Soma is the Saviour that frees you from your prison of pain and suffering. For 31 years, Hawk and Venus have been using Amanita as a spiritual cure for weakness and drug addiction.

As you receive the loving flow of Soma's Spiritual Medicine you'll feel renewed and energized with the mental and physical strength to improve your life and the willpower to stay on track!

The blessings of Soma are for you.

The Shamans

17 March 2008

Hawk has a long history of fasting, from "THE" epic Fast -- every other day for four and a half years -- to fasts that last a week.

Recently he completed a ten day fast. During this time he powered up with one to three Amanita muscarias per day. On the sixth fast day, he did 200 push-ups and on day eight, he did 100 push-ups! Who needs steroids when you got Soma? Not us!

(Click image for a closeup.)
Note: "Giant Amanita" from Ryan, other elements by Red Angels.

Speaking of fasting, we thought this recent testimonial fit today's theme:

I think that Hawk has the right idea chilling out in the forest, fasting on mushrooms, what more do you need than that?

You guys really inspire me to do something with my life. You are setting a great example for people today, especially in these times when everyone is so apathetic. You guys keep on keeping on!

- T. (More unsolicitied testimonials).

8 March 2008

#1 - Q: "I've heard Amanita kills pain is there any truth in this?"

A: "What's pain but a pleasure forfeited?" Amanita promotes physical strength while eliminating pain.

Venus' testimonial: "I was once unable to drive or even ride in cars due to excruciating pain in my neck and back. I had to be propped up with pillows and carefully transported and still my spine felt like it was on fire. If I wanted relief from pain, I'd have to take pills and feel dazed or half dead.

"I had no idea that a bonus from drinking Soma tea with my mushroom man would be dramatic effects for my health and wellbeing! It killed the pain effectively and gave me exhilarating energy too!"

#2 - Q: "What do I do if I get Amanita poisoning?"

First, before you take it, read my book. I'm the only man in world history ever to develop an antidote that works 75% of the time.

#3 - Q: "Where does Amanita grow?"

A: Worldwide. It's the universal sacrament.

#4 - Q: "What colors of Amanita should I take as an amateur picker?"

A: Red only.

#5 - Q: "Hawk, does your ability to eat even the deadliest Amanitas such as Phalloides and Pantherinas have to do with your strong faith such as with the Appalachian Snake Handlers who survive venomous bites?"

A: It takes Faith and Shroom Wisdom to walk in the Mystic Garden of Life and Death.

#6 - Q: "for years i've been seeking a spiritual vision. i even spent thousands of dollars and had to get shots to go on a group tour to the jungle and try the vine. it was a disaster. i got dysentery and couldn't stop vomiting , and all i experienced was paralysis and a hallucination that had no meaning to me. would amanita be any better for me?"

A: First of all, a spiritual vision isn't a hallucination. Hallucination experiences might be entertaining for some, but it literally means "To go astray in thought" (Greek) and it happens when consciousness is somehow altered and the mind is upset from dysfunctional brain chemistry. This is not the condition the mind can be in to receive the advanced spiritual frequencies needed for true visionary clarity. I repeat, a hallucination is NOT a spiritual vision.

Amanita mushroom has historically been the preeminent visionary catalyst used as a sacrament and spiritual ally by cultures around the world such as ancient magi Sun Worshipers, Vedic Priests, and Siberian Amanita Shamans as well as we Northern California Soma Priest -Shamans.

So, to answer your question, when correctly prepared and dispensed, there is NO equal to the divine power of Soma for true visionary experiences.

#7 - Q: "I want to try Amanita the right way with a real Shaman like Hawk. Is this even possible?"

A: You're in luck. We do offer special ceremonial sessions to introduce others to Amanita using our own carefully selected spiritually prepared Amanita muscaria measured in doses just right for them. Follow the link to find out how you can attend one of these exclusive sessions.

#8 - Q: "I really want to try Amanita, but I definitely don't want to use anything online. Do they grow in South Carolina?"

A: People ask us if Amanita grows in their state or country all the time. Since our territory is the West coast, we aren't familiar with the mushroom seasons in South Carolina and we don't out give maps to ours:)

If you really want to try any, you'll have to get out there and look! Or you can hire the Soma Shaman professionals for an intro session. We'll get you motivated to find your own patches once you've had a taste of Paradise !

#9 - Q: "Which Internet Amanita vendor do you recommend?"

A: I wouldn't use a vendor mushroom if it was the last Amanita on Earth.

#10 - Q: "What's the best way to take Amanita?"

A: Raw, for spiritual power.

1 March 2008

A feature today is we're going to take 10 questions from our readers and answer them online. So send them in!

We can also be reached at this alternate address:

26 February 2008

Soma powers your life. It gives you strength and motivation to achieve your goals.

Venus, High Priestess of Soma	Hawk, High Priest of Soma

Pictures from Sacred Soma Shamans.
© 2003 Red Angels. All rights reserved.

20 February 2008

Jayme gets powered up on Nature and Soma before helping his father and mother with tonight's Soma lunar eclipse ceremony.

16 February 2008

Mars goes out today to make music. Mushrooms are his energy on power.

09 February 2008

"Blessed be the mouth that consumes Soma, for he has consumed the wonder, the glory, and the power of God."
-- Venus, High Priestess of Soma, Secrets of Soma.

Image from "Secrets of Soma"

04 February 2008

"Spiritually harmonized Soma brings out your best and makes you feel like you're on top of the world. It can change your perspective and shake off the stun of a stagnant existence. It gives you inspiration to improve your life."
-- Venus, Sacred Soma Shamans, page 17.

Image from "Secrets of Soma"

30 January 2008

"Soma at its peak can double your physical strength and produce divine visions of the future. On Soma, your mind is floating on a sea of ecstasy. When Soma becomes one with you, mind and spirit, you will be on the best high of your life."
-- Hawk, Sacred Soma Shamans, page 17.

Hawk's Soma of the day.

26 January 2008

"The essence of Soma Consciousness helps one to stand out from the rest, where God can find you. It strengthens the spark of light in the spirit, and like a beacon calls to the heavens. We are the floodlights, filled with the light our beloved Soma sends coursing through our souls and we are here to help you ignite your own spark with Soma power."
-- Venus, Sacred Soma Shamans, page 331.

Photo by Mitzel from Cali.

23 January 2008

Our son Mars, who was born on Soma, just celebrated his 25th birthday. Here are some photos.

20 January 2008

"In Soma is the medicine, given by God to man, so that he may enjoy the bliss of Heaven while on Earth."
- Hawk, Sacred Soma Shamans, page 175.

18 January 2008

"Praise the Lord and pass the Soma, for the way to ecstasy is through the mushroom."
- Hawk

"Mushroom Man" picture by Cody.

"I sincerely thank all of You for the time and spirit that You have put into bringing knowledge, real 'religion 'and spirituality back to a people that so desperately need it."
- Cody from Denver.

16 January 2008

"You can't get higher than this unless you got Angel wings on and you're flying around heaven." - Hawk, 9-14-07. That's how our purified Soma makes you feel. Soma frees the spirit to make us better than we are and helps us contact the divine.

6 January 2008

That's where you can find the redwoods and colossal mushrooms! Picked on New Years Day, these amazing Amanita muscaria are "super-sized" Somas!

Just a sample of the superior quality of our mushrooms. ;)

Massive in size, weight and spirit, our Amanita friends and allies are the Wise Sages of the Plant Kingdom. As a shamanic specialist with Amanita, Hawk has the magic touch with the heavenly Red Angels to bring power and joyful living to us and those who find their way to our Soma Shangri-la.

26 December 2007

To wish everyone a Happy New Year, here's 100 Magical Muscarias! (Pictured on the left). And on the right, three "Regal Reds."

     

We also found a couple of perfectly lovely Amanita mushroom reader galleries which were accidentally misplaced during the redesign.

Returning to the gallery are Sean from U.K. and A Brazilian in New Zealand.

15 December 2007

It's been a great season here at Soma Wonderland. Me and two dedicated assistants have had plenty of mushroom babies (immature Amanita bulbs) to tend to! The ladies are doing a great job in their training and we're having a ball fussing over every mushroom, taking pictures and even naming a few!

It's a real privilege to be surrounded by so many beautiful live mushroom spirits and sharing the Secrets of Soma with our Friends of the Red Crown. We're looking forward to what the rest of the season may bring. :)

Soma Peace, Venus

P.S. Remember the triplets from last update? Here's how they look after drying out naturally in my nursery (left photo).

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More of Maiwa's pictures from his 2007 summer expedition to Canada. He found these beautiful Amanita formosa in this heavenly area.

     

Here's the latest submission from Owl, a longtime contributor It's a lovely miniature painting of an Amanita muscaria. (Actual size: 2 & 1/2 inches tall.)

23 November 2007

Bolstered by dedicated study of Soma 101 and our blessing of initiation ceremony, Jeremy had his first official Soma season on an excellent adventure in the Canadian wilds.

     
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Mentioned in our book and DVD, Gypsy Diane and Miranda, our longtime DeMaris Gypsy Clan Soma associates, recently showed up with a huge haul of 860 Amanita muscarias picked in the Pacific northwest within a 24 hour period and a drive of about 1200 miles. These super champs brought the mushrooms as a gift for our clan for a Winter Solstice ceremony for our Soma initiates.

Turns out Gypsy Diane heard we had a drought year in 2006. so when she saw the red treasure, Soma fever hit her and she decided to make sure Hawk was going to have enough to last this year!

What a joyful surprise as we unveiled box after box of carefully handled mushrooms with lots of baby bulbs to tend to:) It took about 12 days to shamanically process these beauties picked with care and love.

If you're a Red Angels Soma associate or would like to attend, send your reservation for this special Ceremony of Soma and Light as soon as possible. This ceremony is for our religious worship of Heaven's Earthly Nature Medicine and Divine Sacrament, Soma.

Venus and Hawk, Mars and Jayme, Shamans and Mystics of Soma

31 October 2007

Click image for a closeup.

Besides mushroom hunting, one of Hawk and son's favorite outdoor activities is beach combing along the northern Pacific coast of Oregon and Washington. On these excellent adventures we collect not only Soma, but also abalone shell fragments and redwood pieces (driftwood) that wash up on the shore in secret coves.

From these treasure of nature we design and make amulets and talismans that we wear for everyday as well as ritual and ceremonial use when collecting and preparing our beloved Soma. Hawk used to only make them for family but after displaying some of our personal pieces we received a lot of requests from others who wanted one of their own.

Those who understand spiritual energy will appreciate the power of these creations made by a family of authentic North American Soma Shamans. Master Soma Shamans Hawk puts his magic touch into every piece he and Venus make together. The essence of the majestic redwood and the beauty of luminous abalone makes for an exceptional amulet or talisman.

Each one in this series of original designs for sale to the public is strung on organic hemp cord or macramed hemp strand with beads (some beads are handmade by Venus) Some designs are made with abalone and/or redwood and some are adorned with hand painted Amanita mushrooms and/or Marijuana leafs.

Anyone who is interested in owning one of these unique treasures should email for details. They also make wonderful gifts for birthdays, holidays and special occasions.

Happy Halloween!

14 October 2007

Here are two additions to the Amanita Mushroom Picture Gallery!

Click the links below to see the rest of the pictures.

09 October 2007

We just returned from a wonderful family vacation. The weather was perfect and the nature areas we visited were at peak for visual beauty and spiritual harmony.

Here are some pictures we took.

Our adventurous son Mars found these Golden Beauties on a walk in a coastal Northern California forest we've known for many years. We used to gather A. Muscaria there, but now it 's a Kingdom of Deadly Angels, Amanita Pantherina and Amanita Phalloides.

Mars led us on a trek through gnarled old pines to a lush carpet of emerald green moss. As we entered Paradise we saw a clan of Royal Golden Somas standing in the filtered sunlight. They were powerful, enchanting and we all enjoyed their company--from a respectful distance revisiting them every day for a week. Perhaps we'll even find Muscaria there again someday:)

Before we go, here are a couple of shots of a shamanic necklace Hawk made for Venus from his abalone and redwood pieces he recently found beach combing. The redwood chips wash up on the shore of a secret cove and is naturally tumbled by the Pacific ocean. The combination of redwood and abalone make this a truly powerful talisman.

   

06 September 2007

The Soma Shamans have gone to Oregon for 3-4 weeks of Soma Life Ceremonies. I will be handling all correspondence as usual and will send any messages from you to them.

30 August 2007

Jayme shamanically strangles the evil spirit from the Soma and begins its harmonization into a blend of perfect blessedness. Thus begins the ceremony in which Venus hangs the Soma from the tree of our rites and Mars our Shaman Magi Firestarter lights his mother's cauldron from a torch handed to him from his father.

The Soma Shamans

12 August 2007

The eagle is now one of my totem spiritual beings. Yesterday my wife, sons and companions from around the U.S. and Canada went to the land of wild nature in order to visit an eagle's nest there.

Leaving our ceremonial implements in a temple grove of trees, for nature is our way to God, we climbed the trail, arriving at a crevice across which three hundred feet away, was built into a tall tree, a comfortable eagle's nest.

I and the eagle telepathically communicated on the high frequency energy wavelength that all birds use. Birds and other companion-spirits within nature have long guided me on my way from time to time.

First praying to Eagle, and then asking Eagle to ignore the others, we began the summoning of divine spirits called God's Angels, to send blessings into the hand holding the Soma, which then flowed into the Soma, strengthening life.

Returning to our temple grove, I asked the trees for their blessing. We sat our cauldron in the center of the grove to prepare for the night's dancing and holy celebration.

- Venus, Hawk, Jayme and Mars

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