About this Event
Our intention for this gathering is to have a low-to-no cost skillshare where we co-create a space of reciprocity-in-practice. Our values include centering voices traditionally de-centered by patriarchy, listening to the Earth, nourishing one another, and creating an equitable space for people to explore their relationship to self, place, and community.
Truly a Divinely timed gathering, this is an inclusive, accessible alternative to get your fall earthskills gathering itch scratched - without the moral ambiguity. We originally planned to have this early October, but the grueling Asheville roomie search and ~”landlord” approval~ delayed our plans a bit. And we trust it's for the best! We're excited to gather with you under the colorful falling leaves and Taurus Full Moon.
Tickets for the event are free of monetary charge/by donation, and categorized by the needs of the gathering. Think rainbow-style gathering meets worktrade – we’re all here to give and receive and lean into what the balance looks like in action. We gratefully accept donations to cover costs of food, firewood, etc., with any profits after breaking even going to Bigwitch Indian Wisdom Initiative. Indigenous Relatives and People of the Global Majority are welcome to choose an Equity Ticket and receive the gathering without labor costs, as we recognize the disproportionate amount of labor and oppression inflicted to these folks, especially in this country.
***Get your ticket online and don't just show up, as we have to cap the event per request of the man we rent our house from*** Sadly, if you do not reserve a ticket and the event fills up, we may have to ask you to leave. :,(
The ticket for Saturday covers both days. Eventbrite doesn't let us do a two-day event. So all tickets for the weekend are found on the Saturday option. You do not have to come both days.
Support Roles Needed:
- Set up and breakdown (Friday afternoon and Monday morning)
- Kitchen Witchery (cooking and cleanup for prepared meals)
- Childcare / Care Team
- Registration & Parking/Shuttle
- Fire Tenders
- Water Gatherers (before/during event)
We anticipate each role requiring 3-5 hrs of labor to keep the gathering running smoothly. If you see a need and feel availble to support beyond this trade, please do!
Schedule
Saturday the 24th
Arrival and check-in: 8:30-10 am
Morning classes: 10:00am-12:30pm
Lunch: 1:00pm-2:30pm
Afternoon classes: 2:30pm-5:00pm
Dinner: 6:30pm
Post dinner event TBA
11pm - drums ending
11:30pm - acoustic music wrapping up, quiet hours beginning. We are in a neighborhood, after all!
Sunday the 25th
Morning circle: 9:00am
Morning classes: 10:00am-12:30pm
Lunch: 1:00pm-2:30pm
Afternoon classes: 2:30pm-5:00pm
Dinner: 6pm
Closing circle: 7:15
An email with the address, parking instructions, finalized class schedule, and other vital information will be emailed to all those who have registered by October 21/22
More Important Info!
Meals provided include:
- Saturday Dinner
- Sunday oatmeal Breakfast bar
- Sunday Dinner
That means you will need to bring breakfast for Saturday and lunch for both days.
BRING YOUR OWN BOWL/CUP/SPOON - we aim to create as little waste as possible!
Sleeping
Tents welcome to the first 20 people who sign up. Otherwise, we're in town and you can drive home to your nice cozy bed if you so choose!
Parking
Must carpool! There is limited parking near the house. Otherwise you will be at the mercy of sporadic neighborhood parking or the shuttle (muahahaha).
Pets
Absolutely no pets. Please don’t ask for exceptions, there are none.
Children
Kids welcome and need to be registered. No worktrade requirements for children 12 and under, though all are encouraged to support as they are able!
Event venue & nearby stays
Haw Creek, Mann Dr, Asheville, United States
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