California Witchcamp 2008

Sunday 29 June through Sunday 6 July 2008

Northern California, Mendocino Woodlands

Story for 2008 - Freyja and the Brisingamen

Traverse the trunk of the World Tree to explore the ancient stories of the norse Gods.

"For tonight we'll all share a tale by the fire,
A tale of love, a tale of desire?
A tale of the red gold that lies by the road
we will ride.
And I'll sit by your side
And you'll sit by mine
The fiddles will play and the dulcimers chime,
And we'll meet again on the road that we
ride with the wind"
Join us in the redwood forest as we
traverse the trunk of the World Tree to
explore the ancient stories of the Norse
Gods. We will spend a week with
Freyja, the Norse Goddess of love and
sexuality and her quest to possess the
dwarf-crafted necklace, Brisingamen.
We will engage with desire and the
price we are willing to pay to follow
where it leads us. We will call magic,
allies and tools to our aid. We will
pursue our passion to its end or origin.
We will forge or renew connection with
the Goddess. In Freyja's hall, we will
seek the secret wisdom of love and
forgiveness from the Queen of Witches
Herself.

About Witchcamp

This is an extraordinary event for extraordinary people.

Share in a week of Reclaiming style, earth based spirituality and magic. Come and study magic and ritual in a week long Intensive. Witchcamp is offered to women and men at all levels of experience. Newcomers can learn the basic skills of magic and ritual, working with the elements, movement, sound and the mythological and historical framework of the Goddess Tradition.

Advanced classes offer the chance to apply the tools of ritual to personal healing and empowerment, or a focus on taking the Craft out into the world, creating public ritual, ongoing groups, and healing issues surrounding leadership and power. This event is a deeply moving, life changing week and also a constant experiment in temporary village life. We will also look at ways of bringing this work and inspiration into our everyday lives. Creating powerful, joyful times.

This year Witchcamp will be held at the Mendocino Woodlands, located just far enough outside the town of Mendocino to avoid coastal fog. The camp is set among a mature Redwood/Douglas Fir forest, creating a beautiful, peaceful setting. The cabins are rustic, but pretty. Camping is also an option. A small river runs through the camp, which is actually the home of steelhead trout. To request a brochure, please send us an email with your mailing address.

What is an Intensive?

Seven days of ritual and magic. Designed for people who are dedicated to powerful spiritual learning experiences and personal growth. This intensive is not a festival. It will expand your unconscious awareness, push your edges and likely change your life. The intensive is sequestered for the entire 7 days. Please plan to attend the entire week. Also, we don't allow children due to the intensity of the week.


How Much Does Witchcamp Cost?

Before May 1, 2008
Sliding scale of $535-595. Full payment is required to qualify for the discount of $535, so get your checks in the mail now. Register and pay in full at the time of registration.

After May 1, 2008
Sliding scale $550-610.

Four bed cabins are not reserved; it's a first-come first-served basis. You can also camp in a tent if you like, the fee is the same as the four bed cabin rate.

We also have some partial scholarships available if you require financial aid. Please email, info@californiawitchcamp.org for the application.
Private Double cabin sliding scale of $575-650 per person. You will be assigned a specific cabin, and your name will be on the outside.

Our 2008 Registration Information is now online.



What does this fee include?

It includes all meals (vegetarian), workshops, rituals and accommodation for the week. You might want to bring a little extra cash in US currency only for our pagan market place, and for the scholarship fundraising raffle and auctions.


Food

All food is vegetarian, we can cater for some special needs i.e.: vegan, no wheat. We will make every effort to assure that you have an alternative selection. The kitchen staff, however will not be able to prepare special meals. If your needs are highly individual you might want to consider bringing your own snacks etc.


Physical Needs

All of the camp is rustic dirt paths and wooden bridges, not wheelchair accessible. Most of the bathroom blocks are up 15ft slopes, which can be difficult if you have mobility problems. People have gotten around with walking sticks and crutches at pervious camps. We will do our best to support your need.


Transportation

Due to the limited amount of parking space available, we need to car pool. Cars with 3 or more people will get to park in the closest lot, all others will be required to park further along the road. We do need you and your car space for others. See registration form for more details.


Pagan Flea Market

We invite all crafts people and anyone who has a service to share to participate in our flea market. You need to provide your own table and everything you will need. Please note 10% of the final sales will go to next year's scholarship fund.

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