Acaté
_{(a.k.a. Kambo, Campu, Sapo)}

Harvesting Acaté

The Kambȏ we work with is sourced directly from Matsés peoples living near Iquitos, Peru, accessed by boat and hiking 6 miles on foot through the jungle. Acaté is harvested with utmost care and respect for the Amazon Rainforest, and the frogs, by indigenous hands. Funds from buying the Kambȏ pallets directly support the livelihoods and longevity of our indigenous partners. Additionally a minimum of 5% of our profits from our ceremonies go towards conservation projects with Communidad Nativa IBAMA. We believe in partnering directly with our harvesters in order to maintain reciprocity while supporting the long-term goals of the community from which we source this powerful substance.

The frogs are called early in the morning, gently collected, and carefully tied by the wrists and ankles with a fibrous plant, stretched out on 4 sticks. They are mildly aggravated which causes them discomfort. The frogs are then released after harvesting a portion of their secretions with a flat stick. In the event of a short rainy season and during dry months, where frog populations are limited, Kambȏ may be in short supply.