Mark your calendars for a weekend full of celebration, workshops, rituals and merriment.

Vendors are welcome.

Activities include Harvest Ritual / John BarleyCorn, Lots of laughter with the John Barleycorn Skit,
Rites of Passages, Workshops, Drumming and More!

A special announcement will be made by Rev. Tim & Rev. Edwina Rickman during the Mabon Rite. This is something BIG!

Special Guests include:

Alfred Willowhawk
Alfred Willowhawk (TM): is one of the Sr. Pastors of the Wite Rayvn Metaphysical Church based in Lawrence KS with branches opening in various cities in the USA. His work also has led him to be the HP of a Welsh Family Tradition and Gardnarian Coven. He has been in the craft for over 20 years and is also a Traditional Spiritual Leader of the Oklevueha Native American Church Wite Rayvn, a founder of the S'Kurah Wiccan Temperance Church, a member of the International Metaphysical Ministry with Masters of Metaphysical Science (Msc), through the International Metaphysical University at the University of Sedona. He is also a Reiki Master (1995), a Gardnarian 3rd Degree, a Spiritual Counselor, Metaphysical Practitioner, (a fancy name for Shaman), a member of Healers International, and a chartered member of the World Metaphysical Association. and the founder of the Healing System - Celtic Transformational Healing.
Alfred is also a founder of the Three Gates Gathering an exploration of the mysteries with a multitraditional focus held annually at Camp Gaea in McClouth, KS. He has developed techniques and information gained through experience and training in alternative healing techniques, including Reiki, meditations, shamanic practices, training courses, and articles on following your own life and spiritual path. His work has been published many times at Witchvox , and has published, Hawk Sightings, a collection of Sacred Poetry, and Arianrhod Silverwheel and the Tree of Life, (available now) and is currently finishing his next book - The Shamanic Soul - A guide to self healing. His name (Willowhawk) was granted to him by native american and celtic traditional shamans, and means " He who shares the message of God(s)" He is also a First Level Kriya Ban, ( Yoga) and am known there as Vajrasattva Savitur, which is a contraction of his Kriya name and title which means "The wielder of the thunderbolt of wisdom who guards the rituals and is bright and luminous like the sun" He is a frequent contributor at AllExperts.com, a question answering site that chooses the experts they allow to answer questions. He can be found there under religion and spirituality. He is a co-founder of the All Peoples Cooperative a collection of diverse individuals who practice sustainability, eco-energy, spiritual diversity, and self sufficiency.
http://www.spiritualcoachwillowhawk.com
http://www.witerayvn.com
http://www.threegastesmystery.org

Alfred Willowhawk's Workshops:

Workshop 1
Title: Journey Dynamics
Description: This workshop demonstrates the difference between meditation and journey work.
It will begin with a discussion of the differences and demonstration of a basic meditation technique followed by two in-depth journeys. These journeys are based on Alfred's CD Meditations for Life available in his booth.
Space:
Time: 90 minutes
Needs: chair, mat, comfy clothes, notebook

Workshop 2
Title: The Sacred Celebration Drum and Dance
Description: This workshop explores Drumming and Dancing of the S'Kurah Wiccan Temperance Church which is based on the ceremonial dances of the S'Kurah Nation. It incorporates body movement, and drumming to stimulate the BODY'S NATURAL PRODUCTION of DMT and to cross the right/left brain barrier to facilitate strong interaction between all our relations. NOTE: THERE ARE NO INTRODUCTION OF ANY SUBSTANCE INTO ANY INDIVIDUALS BODY ~ our bodies produce all necessary enzymes naturally. Part of this workshop assists the participant to produce the “spirit molecule” for themselves within their own body.
Space: Sacred Grove
Time: 60 Minutes
Needs: Comfy clothes, mat, chair, drum, notebook

Willo' Wellspring
Willo' Wellspring (tm)- is one of the Sr. Pastors of the Wite Rayvn Metaphysical Church based in Lawrence KS with branches opening in various cities in the USA. Her work also has led her to be the HPS of a Welsh Family Tradition and Gardnarian Coven. She has been in the craft for over 15 years and is also a Traditional Spiritual Leader of the Oklevueha Native American Church Wite Rayvn, and a founder of the S'Kurah Wiccan Temperance Church. Willo also has a deep understanding of crystals and stones and utilizes them in a variety of ways. She is a Reiki Master, (2005), a Gardnarian third degree, a Spiritual Counsellor and an accomplished teacher. She facilitates classes for seekers and degreed individuals. Willo is the chief inspiration and a founder of the Three Gates Gathering an exploration of the mysteries with a multi-traditional focus held annually at Camp Gaea in McClouth, KS in the fall. She is a Green Witch who's love of everything outdoors which has led to her understanding of the usage of indigenous plants for medicinal purposes. Her knowledge of medicinal usages of plants has helped individuals devise natural remedies based on known properties for personal use. Her personal garden is composed of over 70 herbs both indigenous and non-indigenous, and a four season flower garden. She is also an accomplished poet, her poetry can be found on the Wite Rayvn Metaphysical Church main site as well as other internet venues. Willo creates one of a kind crochet products and jewelry utilizing her unique understanding of stones and crystals. Her name Will O' Wellspring is a contraction of Will of the Wellspring and is given to her after many years and part of her unique and special relationship with mother earth. Yo can find her on Facebook as well as the Wite Rayvn site.
http://www.witerayvn.com
http://www.threegastesmystery.org

Willo' Wellspring's Workshops:

Title: Indigenous Herbs ~ Mother Earth's Pharmacy
Description: This workshop focuses on indigenous native herbs and plants that are utilized for healing, and general health. Many of our plants are NOT indigenous and have been introduced over time by immigrants both on purpose and accidentally. In this workshop we will focus on truly indigenous plants and their uses. Not everything considered a weed is harmful!
Space:
Time: 90 minutes
Needs: Chair or Mat

Rev. Terry & Rev. Amanda Riley

"Connecting with Spirit Guides."
Explaining what Spirit Guides are and techniques for communing with them.
A guided meditation included.

Daniel Myers
Workshop: QIGONG

Zach Riley
Workshop: Drumming

Stephanie
Workshop: Making Corn Dollies

Annastasia Ellis
Workshop: World Religions and the Similarities

Donation/Fee: $10. per person - Children 13 and under are free.
Please bring a dish to share in the potluck feast for Saturday night.

Vendors Fee: $25.00 plus donation of 1 item to the auction.
All Vendors must be preapproved.

Meals: Please bring a dish to share in the potluck feast for Saturday night. You are responsible for providing your own food and non-alcoholic beverages for the rest of the weekend. Refrigerator space is limited, so we advise bringing your own coolers and ice. Cola's and bottle water will be available for purchase. We will provide coffee and some tea. Food for the potluck feast needs to be cooked at your home. (Or cook on site with your personal camping stove.) We will be able to warm a few dishes, but we cannot cook your items due to time and limited space.

Camping: This is a camping event, you will need to bring everything you will need to camp; such as tent, bedding, personal medicines, flashlights, bug spray, FOOD, etc . . .

AppleOak: has privies and a shower.

Family event: No one under 18 without parent or guardian

AppleOak's House Rules: applies to all events. CLICK HERE TO READ!

Children Section: There will be a play area roped off for the children to play in with a swing set, etc. They are not allowed out of this area unless with an adult.

Our "Tentative" Schedule
Friday Night
5:00 Stephanie: Making Corn Dollies
6:30 Opening Rite
7:30 Alfred Willowhawk: The Sacred Celebration Drum and Dance
9:00 Rites of Passages / including Ritual Hunt

Saturday
8:30 John BarleyCorn Rising
9:30 Willo' Wellspring's: Indigenous Herbs ~ Mother Earth's Pharmacy
11:15 John BarleyCorn Skit
12:00 Lunch Break
1:00 Alfred Willowhawk: Journey Dynamics
3:00 Terry & Amanda Riley: Connecting with Spirit Guides
5:00 Feast preparations
***Follow by Potluck Feast
7:30 Mabon Ritual Overview
*pre-rite drumming
*Mabon Rite
Raffle following Main Rite
“Zack Riley” - Drumming Circle

Sunday
8:30 Daniel Myers: QIGONG
10:00 Annastasia Ellis: World Religions and the Similarities
11:15 Round Table
Closing Rite

You are welcome to arrive anytime after lunch on Friday to begin setting up camp, etc.

Directions

Apple Oak Grove / Castle Rock Shop & Magickal Supplies / Castle Home / E - Mail

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