The Awen Center - Alban Hefin: Summer Solstice

Join us for Awen in the Catskills' Druid Camp: Midsummer Magic.

Occurring over the Summer Solstice, the camp features all things nature, creativity, community and joy! Workshops are led by members of the seed group. See below for the specific workshop topics.

We have worked to keep the registration fee low at $50.00 per person for all three days of events. (Children under 14 are free!) If you can only make it for one day, the registration fee is $25. Community and spirituality should be accessible to everyone!

We will be hosting a silent auction to benefit The Awen Center that weekend also. If you'd like to contribute something to the auction, please bring it along. Past auctions items included artwork, esoteric books, jewelry, books, etc.

Schedule of Events

Friday

9:00 Pre-Event Activity: Forest Therapy Walk
12:30 Opening Circle for everyone
1:00 Workshop: Introduction to Druidry
2:30 Break
2:45 Workshop: Magickal Teas
4:15 Free/volunteer time, dinner on your own
8:00 Campfire

Saturday

8:00 Continental Breakfast
9:00 Workshop: Spell Jars
10:30 Free Time
10:45 Workshop: Art with Trees
11:30 Break and Ritual Prep
12:00 Solstice Group Ritual
12:45 Potluck Lunch
2:45 Workshop: Dancing with the Hilltown Hags
4:15 Free/volunteer time, dinner on your own
7:00 Workshop: Tarot Labyrinth Walk
8:00 Campfire/Eisteddfod

Sunday

9:00 Continental Breakfast
10:00 Closing Circle
10:30 Evaluation and clean-up

Forest Therapy Walk

Beth Mowry

The Awen Center

Forest Therapy is becoming more well-known around the world as a practice that brings renewal, stress-relief and other health benefits. Join Beth, a certified Forest Therapy Guide, for a taste of all the benefits of Forest Therapy.

Introduction to Druidry

Beth Mowry and Jarred O'Dell

In this workshop, we will explore some foundational practices of modern-day Druidry. Beth Mowry is an Ovate within the Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids. Jarred is a Druid Apprentice with AODA, the Ancient Order of Druids in America was also recently received as a Deacon with the Gnostic Celtic Church..

Magickal Teas

Tracy and Davy Russell

Moon and Leaf Magic

Join us for a transformative tea class that delves into the enchanting world of tea and its magical properties. In this immersive experience, you will explore the correspondences of various tea ingredients, discovering how different herbs and teas can enhance your intentions and manifestations.

This class is perfect for anyone looking to deepen their connection with tea as a tool for personal growth and spiritual exploration. Come ready to sip, reflect, and embrace the magick of each cup.

Crafting Spell Jars

Renee Bilby

Waxing Gibbous Esoterics

We'll be using a variety of natural elements to create spell jars. You'll choose your intention and I'll be guiding everyone through the process of selecting elements that resonate with your intention. We'll be learning how to infuse and utilize the energy of these personal talismans.

Art with Trees

Doreen McGrath

Combining her knowledge of psychology and art, Doreen will guide participants in using a variety of media to create a tree. From this drawing, Doreen will offer some insight into what your tree tells us about you and your life journey.

Solstice Dancing

Hilltown Hags

The Hilltown Hags are a unique dance troupe from the Hilltowns of Albany County. The Hilltown Hags seek to spread love and joy through the magic of dance. In this session, the Hilltown Hags will teach participants some basic dance moves as we celebrate the Summer Solstice together.

Tarot Labyrinth Walk

Sarah Cabochon

Participants will have the opportunity to walk the on-site labyrinth, choosing Tarot cards from points at the four cardinal directions in the labyrinth.

Click here to see photos from our past Summer Solstice gatherings

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