50th Anniversary Reunion of Reformed Druidism in 2013

There will be two separate celebrations in 2013 of the 50th Anniversary of the Reformed Druids of North America that was founded May 1, 1963. All types of Druids are welcome to join the celebration of modern Druidism on this continent.It is occuring in Northfield Minnesota, 35 miles south of the city of Minneapolis.

* The primary celebration will be the weekend of May 3-5, 2013.
* The secondary celebration (and smaller) will be June 21-23, 2013.

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Where Druidism in America began! On Saturday, at Noon, on May 4th, the Carleton Grove of the Reformed Druids of North America will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a service on the Hill of Three Oaks on the campus of Carleton College in Northfield Minnesota. All Reformed Druids, other Druid organizations, their friends, the curious, and well-wishers are welcome to join us for a lovely slate of activities, maypole dancing, picnics, discussion, and campfires all that weekend, May 3rd to 5th. A smaller but similar gathering will occur on Alumni weekend on Saturday June 22nd. Please see www.rdna.info/reunion.html and www.rdna.info/reunion.docx for more information, contact info, and maps. Send questions by email to mikerdna@hotmail.com or Facebook message your query to mike.thefool. It’s a show-up and join-in event, not complicated or well-planned.

Schedules

Always good to show up early at an event, so you can help with preparation, coordinate a role, or ask if a reading/blessing can be inserted.

The May event schedule is:
May 3 - 8pm Campfire at Druid's Den (in the trees near the Hill of Three Oaks)
May 4 - Noon 50th Anniversary service for Reformed Druids of North America at the Hill of Three Oaks
May 4 - 1 pm Picnic at the Stone Circle of the Upper Arboretum
May 4 - 8 pm Campfire at Druid's Den (in the trees near the Hill of Three Oaks)
May 5 - 5:30 am Sunrise service at Hill of Three Oaks

and the Summer Reunion tentative schedule, as of April 7 is:
June 21 - 8pm Campfire at Druid's Den (in the trees near the Hill of Three Oaks)
June 22 - Noon 50th Anniversary service for Reformed Druids of North America at the Hill of Three Oaks
June 22 - 1 pm Picnic at the Stone Circle of the Upper Arboretum
June 22 - 8 pm Campfire at Druid's Den (in the trees near the Hill of Three Oaks)
June 23 - 5:30 am Sunrise service at Hill of Three Oaks

Resources

Maps of the campus, arboretum, travel info, hotel listings, and advice are in a document called Reunion Travel, Maps and Lodging

Joining the RDNA Facebook group page is a good way to keep up with developments.

During the event, you can contact them at:
Michael John Martens 651-747-5662 (cell) brojoghost@gmail.com
Richard Shelton ’71 651 488 0795 (home) 651 491 1407 (cell) rmshelton@earthlink.net)
Deborah Franquist ’65 415-642-0225 (cell)
Stacey Weingberger 510-847-2088 (cell)
Jon Pagano (248)670-0137
Matt Jaquette ‘15

And if you just *have* to talk to Mike in Virginia for some reason: 202 615 5471

Reunion Rules - Version 1.0

1. No campfires except in designated firepits.
2. No camping in the forest
3. BYOB, BYOF, BYOStuff.
4. Do not damage the arboretum.
5. The students are hosting us, respect their wishes for the schedule.
6. Do not get wildly drunk, cause trouble, or be impolite.
7. This is primarily an event for Reformed Druid activities, but liturgical demonstrations, blessings, readings and gifts from other groups can be worked into services and the schedule, with enough planning.
8. There is little to no crash space or financial assistance available.
9. There are no merchant table opportuntities, but feel free to talk about your products or services.
10. You may wear ritual or casual clothing.
11. The reunions are *not* planned as a clothing-optional event.
12. Use of illegal substances is not welcome.
13. Carleton College is private property and posession of firearms is not permitted. Displays of edged weapons may be inappropriate to some guests.
14. Fire conditions will determine whether campfires, candles or other burning objects are safe and permissable in designated spots.
15. Please coordinate any ordinations, vigils, marriages, or other liturgical activities with the organizers.
16. If foul weather occurs, alternate indoor activities will be available.
17. There are no fees to attend, nor any membership requirements to be in any branch of the Reformed Druidic movements. Please be respectful of others' differences.
18. Do not take photographs or record proceedings without advance coordination, and permission of those present.