The gathering is not free, as we will all contribute to
it's success.
It is strictly non-commercial, and everyone is welcome.
what to share
Each person is asked to share:
abundant financial resources to donate to the magic hat
camping equipment/shelters
cup, bowl, and spoon (preferably wood or stainless steel..please do NOT share throw away (i.e. plastic) dishes
protective clothing (it can be VERY hot during the day, and VERY cold during the evening
flashlights
biodegradable soap for washing dishes and yourselves
whatever
you might want to share to help the gathering happen (tarps,
shovels, musical instruments, bulk food, etc.). No one
will be turned away because of lacks in these areas, however.
The Magic Hat is passed at mealtimes and around camp. Donations are used to buy food in bulk for the kitchens and whatever else may be necessary for the communal well-being (tents,lime for the latrines (shit pit), first aid centers and supplies, etc.).
Besides the work that goes on to help the gathering happen, there's also lots of acoustical music, drumming, dancing, workshops, herb-walks, council circles, sister circles, brother circles, brother-sister circles, people hanging out, people bartering, people enjoying nature, people meditating, chanting, and praying, people talking politics, people talking spiritual and personal growth, people visioning the future, people doing bodywork and other healing work.