| Details
about the Gathering
"There is
nothing like the open heart and open arms that Earthstory offers --
it's a re-charge of hope and strength and meaning for the seeking soul." --Lorrie |
1.
Register Now. Please register and mail your deposit or
payment by July 15th. To register after August 7th please
contact the registrar Nina (
or 617-935-3298) for information about
space availability, a speedy registration process and directions.
Visit the Registration
Page to see details on costs.
2. Paying for Earthstory. See
the Registration Page
for details. Please contact us if you can not afford the
standard fees. "As a community we are commited to erasing
stratification and hierarchy based on financial resources. We
work to find ways for all participants to contribute their energy in
such a way that all work is done and all financial costs are covered" ~
Earthstory Council
3. Accomodations. Tenting is
available
with sheltered areas for meals and meetings. Clean outdoor toilets and
solar showers will be available. Bring your tent or sleep under the
stars.
4. Meals. Food will
be non-
dairy vegetarian (vegan), primarily organic and bioregional. If you
have special dietary needs please let us know on your registration
form, and we will try to accommodate. Three meals per day are planned
throughout the event, beginning with dinner on Friday August 15th and
ending with lunch on Friday August 22nd.
5. Community Care.
Participants
take turns helping to maintain the site, prepare food, clean up, and
spend time with our young people.
6. Donations and Proceeds.
Donations are greatly appreciated, as they provide a means for low
income people to attend. Proceeds from the event, after
setting aside seed money for future events, are given to non-profit
environmental or peace-making organizations.
7. Eco-Fair. Throughout the event there
will be space for attendees to display their literature and wares. This
is intended to support people in their cottage industry or right
livelihood.
8. Youth Program. We have special
programing for the young people throughout the event. If you are
interested in helping co-create this event please contact
. NOTE: Parents have full responsibility
for their children at all times. 9. Dates. Earthstory
will begin Friday, Aug 15, 2008 at 3:00pm for registration and setup,
and end on Friday, August 22nd at lunch. If your schedule
limits you, you are welcome to participate for as many days as you
would like. AND we encourage everyone to come and be part of
the Earthstory community for the whole week. 10.
Policy. No alcohol or recreational drugs are
permitted at the gathering. No pets. THANKS FOR READING! Now go and register.
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