18th Annual
Northcoast Men's Gathering

HOPE AND TRANSFORMATION
“the Courage to Envision”

May 30th through June 1st, 2008
(Friday afternoon through Sunday afternoon)

Mattole Lodge, Petrolia CA
on the forested banks overlooking the Mattole River
(see map below)

The gathering is a weekend event where we create a safe place for men and boys to gather and share our lives, our experiences and our dreams for ourselves and the  world we live in. We've planned some workshops and rituals for this year's event, but there will be plenty of time to play, swim and relax at the beautiful, secluded Camp Mattole.

   If you plan to attend, please fill out and send in the registration form as soon as possible. Keep this note and the map below for your use. Here are some other things we'd like you to know:

• Come anytime after 3pm on Friday. We'll have dinner about 6:30 and the opening ceremony about 8pm.

 • We work in shifts to prepare vegetarian and non-veg. meals; please note any other dietary requirements on the registration form.

• Lodging is dorm-style rooms and cabins.

• Most of the camp is wheelchair accessible, and we can assist with barriers.

• Depending on the flow and men's interests, there may be time for spontaneous workshops or rituals. If you've got an idea, bring it.

• No drugs or alcohol allowed; smoking tobacco is permitted outdoors. Please leave your pet at home.

• We'll close about 2 pm Sunday. If you need to leave earlier, let us know so we can say goodbye and acknowledge you.

• Call 707.822.2628 if you need more info.

 

Stuff you need to bring
• Sleeping bag (or blankets) and pillow
• Swimsuit & towel
• Flashlight
• Personal-care items
• Clothes for warm days and cool nights

Stuff you may want to bring
• Drums and other instruments
• Songs, poems and readings to share
• A log or two for the fire
• Volleyball, soccer ball, frisbee, etc.

To Register for the Gathering...

Fees
Sliding Scale: $20 - $220
(Our cost is approximately $110 per person)

Boys and men of all ages welcome

North Coast Men's Gathering
(707)822-2628
P.O. Box 644 Bayside, CA 95524

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