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Save the Date: "The Spirit of the West" Druid Gathering is happening on the 18th, 19th and 20th of June, 2010!

Westview, in conjunction with members of OBOD, and the Ár nDraíocht Féin (ADF) Western Canada Region, is planning a Summer Solstice weekend to remember!

"The Spirit of the West Druid Gathering" is the first of its kind in Western Canada - a festival which has all the elements of a great weekend out for Druids of all ages:
  • Great hospitality
  • Meet other Druids from Canada
  • Trees, a lake, beautiful scenery... did we mention trees?
  • Stories and songs around the campfire
  • Informative workshops
  • Exhilarating hikes
  • A ritual to celebrate the season and the spirit of Modern Druidry
  • Mead tasting - come and taste the handiwork of our finest mazers
  • The Spirit of the West Eisteddfod (A Bardic Event where attendees can show off their skills)
  • Loads of fun for all members of the family
  • Camping options for all levels of campers - cabins, RV parking, or tenting available at the campsite in Central Alberta
  • Hot meals provided on site which are included in the fees.
Please visit our website to learn more about the Spirit of the West Druid Gathering and how you can be involved:
http://www.druidgathering.ca
 
Costs

Fees for attending the Spirit of the West Druid Gathering are as follows:

  • Adults (Age 13 and up): $85.00 each
  • Children (Under 13 years of age) $30.00 each
  • Infants and toddlers under 3 years of age: Free
  • Vendor Fee: $25.00

The fees cover your lodging and main meals (breakfast, lunch and supper) for the entire weekend.

Payment

Payment may be made via Pay Pal, cheques or money orders. Please make all cheques and money orders payable to The Druid Gathering.

About using Pay Pal: You will be able to use your Pay Pal account to pay with your credit card or via secure funds tranfer. If paying online via Pay Pal, please ensure that you still complete the registration form.

  • Registrants who have not registered or paid before May 31, 2010 will be denied entry to the Gathering, unless previously clearned in writing by one of the organizers.
  • People whose cheques have not cleared will also be denied entry at the gate.
  • Registration cannot be transferred to another person.
  • Cancellations must be made before the Gathering begins. Cancellations made after May 30, will only be partially refunded after the campsite receives their payment (which is usually a few weeks or months after the Gathering depending on when the payment is cashed)
How can you help make this happen?
 
We are looking for volunteers who can assist with planning, events, setup, food preparation, first-aid, etc.
 
We are also looking for speakers, workshop facilitators, ritual leaders, musicians and artisans to conduct workshops, play music, sell wonderful things and help make this an entertaining and fulfilling weekend!
 
If you would like to request more information about "The Spirit of the West" Druid Gathering or would like to volunteer, please contact us at the Westview Contact Page!