Thursday, Sept. 13, 2012, through Sunday, September 16, 2012
Camp Netimus, Milford, PA
Special Guests:
Philip and Stephanie Carr-Gomm
Chosen Chief and Scribe of the Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids
John Michael Greer
Grand Archdruid, Ancient Order of Druids in America
Musical Guest:
Arthur "ZZ Birmingham" Billington
Please join us in the Poconos, putting aside the cares of the mundane world as you commune with nature and with other OBOD members. Join us for discussions and workshops concerning druidism in this modern day, and take the opportunity to meet our special guests and listen to their insights. This is a chance to suspend time for a moment and again feel the power and majesty of the natural world. And perhaps, if you listen closely, you will hear the coyote song in harmony with human voices as Awens cascade through the trees.
Individuals interested in providing workshops, as well as musicians and performers who would like to provide entertainment, are encouraged to send a sample to eastcoastgathering@druidry.org. In addition, we are looking for volunteers to help with tending the fires, cooking, clean up, etc.
The camp is located in the Pocono Mountains in Northeastern Pennsylvania (see map) on 400 acres and includes a lake. There are hostel-style cabins that can accommodate up to 100 individuals as well as tenting areas that can accommodate an additional 50. There is a fully functional kitchen for us to use and 3 different fire circles, as well as buildings that can house various activities.
Lodging is also available in the nearby town of Milford, PA, for those who prefer not to camp, or if all available camping spaces are filled. Click here for a list of area hotels and motels.
Adults (12 and older): $125 for the weekend, including meals; $95 with use of a part of the kitchen for those who wish to provide their own food.
Children 6-12: $75 including meals, $45 without meals.
Children under 6: $10 contribution toward meals if meals are required.
A non-refundable $25 deposit is required by July 1, 2012. This deposit is to help defray the cost of the transportation for our UK guests.
Alban Elfed Ritual
Workshops
Guided Meditations
Eisteddfod
Nature Walks
Group initiations
Group initiations are available to any OBOD member who has not already had a group initiation in his or her current grade.
If you would like to be initiated at the Gathering, please indicate this on your registration form, or request by separate e-mail no later than September 1, 2012.
Page last updated January 8, 2012. For more information, contact eastcoastgathering@druidry.org