Welcome to Avalon Isle a natural wooded sanctuary.  On Avalon Isle you'll find a creek, a number of walking trails, all manner of wildlife, and a number of different ecosystems.  Avalon Isle is located approximately 10 miles from Gatlinburg Tennessee and 114 miles North East of Atlanta.

Primitive camping areas available.  Gates open at 12 noon on Thursday for camp setup (but if you come earlier than that, nobody will get upset).  We will have portalets on site.  No open fires please.   Small grills are welcome.  We will have a designated trash collection point.   We will have a portable shower set up, but it will be COLD water. 

Please do NOT bring your pets with you. 

Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.

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Attendance Restrictions

The Parking area is currently limited as to the number of cars that can be comfortably parked.  Because of this restriction we will have to limit the number of camping participants with cars to 100.  The only exception is for those who stay at a local motel and can arrange to carpool or van pool to the Gathering.  We will try to have a van or cars available to ferry participants from local motels to the Gathering.

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Overview

Merry Meet!  We invite you to attend the 42nd annual Gathering of the Tribes. The Gathering provides us an opportunity to express our religious freedom of choice.   We celebrate and honor the Old Ways of Spirit and Nature. 

Go to http://www.dynionmwyn.net/GATH2007/gathering.html  and http://www.pangaeasanctuary.org/PS_Gatherings/gott1.html   for photos of 2007 Gathering

Also go to http://www.dynionmwyn.net/GATH2006/gathering.html   for photos of the 2006 Gathering.

The Gathering of the Tribes provides a common ground to appreciate the similarities between other paths and traditions.  We share the passion of our beliefs and what is sacred in our life, with others.  Our Bardic and nightly Drum Circles provides a way to celebrate our coming together.  We sing, dance, drum, and feel the vibrations rising from the Earth with each beat of our hearts.  

If you are already a child of the Gods - you should not miss this gathering.  If you are looking for your religious path, - you should come this gathering.  If you have been away from the peace of the arms of the Goddess - you should come to this gathering.

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History

The original and authentic Gathering of the Tribes held it's initial festival in the forests of Northwest Maryland in 1967.  CLICK HERE TO SEE HISTORY   The Gathering of the Tribes is not affiliated with or associated with any other festival using the name Gathering of the Tribes, whether held in the U.S. or a foreign country.  We have held the Gathering of the Tribes in Maryland from 1967 to 1970; in Georgia and South Carolina from 1971 in various locations: near Atlanta, near Athens, Georgia, Unicoi State Park, Faerie Glen in South Carolina, Pangaea Sanctuary, and several other locations including Indian Springs State Park; also see http://www.dynionmwyn.net/plagerize.html

Friends, 2009 will be the continuation of a new era of Pagan Festivals.  We want to invite you to take part in this wonderful experience.   Come join us...become part of the history of the Gathering of the Tribes.

Lady Boudicca

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Special Guests:

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As special Guests and Speakers sign up they will be placed here

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Lady Amythyst - The Order of the Garter - English Tradition

Lady Amythyst and Lord Taliesin live in Athens Georgia and represent the Order of the Royal Oak and Avalon Isle.  They sponsor The Highlands of Tennessee Samhain Gathering every October.  Lord Rhuddlwm and Lady Amethyst were originally co-directors of the Universal Pagan Federation when it was formed in the early 90s.  Lady Amethyst is director of the Crisis Resource Center in Atlanta and has been heavily involved in Charitable works for the last twenty years.  Lady Amythyst will present: "Temple For The Elder Gods".   Many folks do not know why or when certain things are done in the circle. They simply try to imitate what they may have seen done in the past with absolutely no real knowledge of why it is done or why it may be done that way. No books aren't really good enough at explaining all. Come you will be surprised.  Her other workshop will be: "I Will Give You A Tool For Your Magic Bag" A tool that will change your life if you use it.

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Lord Rhuddlwm Gawr - Dynion Mwyn - Welsh Tradition

Rhuddlwm Gawr is an author of twenty + books including The Quest, The Way, The Word, Celtic Crystal Magick Vol 1 & 2, and A Welsh Herbal, Rhuddlwm is devoting substantial time and effort to writing additional books as well as reprinting his existing titles.  He is schooled in ancient Welsh magickal practices, has lectured at conferences, is published in several journals, and teaches classes in several metaphysical subjects including Survival through 2012.

Rhuddlwm Gawr is knowledgeable of ancient Celtic mystery religions; including Welsh Traditions of Paganism, Witchcraft and Druidism.  He has a AA degree in Electronics from Capital Engineering Institute, Washington, DC; he has a BLA degree from the University of Georgia in Environmental Design with a minor in Ecology; and he has a DD (Doctor of Divinity) degree.

He is co-founder of the Universal Federation of Pagans; Director of the Association of Cymry Wiccae; was responsible for incorporating the first Witchcraft Church in Georgia (Church of Y  Tylwyth Teg, Inc.) in 1970s; was responsible for obtaining the first Group U.S. IRS exemption for a Witchcraft Organization (Association of Cymry Wicca) in 1976; held the first classes in Witchcraft in Georgia in 1970 SEE HISTORY; was responsible for a ruling by an administrative judge of the U.S. Post office giving Welsh Witchcraft a basis in law. See First Pagan Gathering of the Tribes in the United States in 1966-67 SEE ORIGIN.

He has a ninth level initiation from the Welsh pagan religion of Dynion Mwyn and is an elder of both Y Tylwyth Teg and Dynion Mwyn. Through living the teachings of the Ancient Celts he has accomplished many of his life goals and continually creates new ones.  He has presented workshops on Welsh Mysteries since 1966.

 

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Lady Arianrhod - High Priestess - Dynion Mwyn Welsh Tradition - Workshop to be Announced

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Lady Arialora - High Priestess & Elder - Dynion Mwyn Welsh Tradition - Workshop to be Announced

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Lady Nerys - Priestess - Dynion Mwyn Welsh Tradition - Magick

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Lady Samantha - Priestess - Dynion Mwyn Welsh Tradition - Soap Making Workshop

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Paul and Linda Thomas - Dynion Mwyn Welsh Tradition - Rural Witchcraft

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CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION AND FEES

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Sponsors

The Gathering of the Tribes, Inc. founded by The Celtic Church of Dynion Mwyn.  Dedicated to providing a sacred space where all pagans can come and worship.

Avalon Isle, founded by Lady Amythyst and Lord Taliesin

Pagans United  founded by Laura Roberts, promotes freedom of, and tolerance for, all religions, but particularly paganism, through education, increased awareness, and activism. Their efforts are conducted within a framework that at all times honors Mother Earth and promotes harmony in the Universe.   Their homepage is at http://www.pagansunited.com. 

The Celtic Church of Dynion Mwyn, Inc. is the Welsh tradition.  Their homepage is at: http://www.dynionmwyn.com/dynionmwyn/dynionmwyn23.html   

AND OTHERS.

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Special Entertainment

There will be musical groups and individuals who will be presenting an eclectic blend of modern and traditional Celtic music and much, much more! See the Bulletin Board for information.

MoonStruck

Lord Senthor and Moonstruck will help coordinate the music for the Gathering of the Tribes 2009. Their participation in the 2008 Gathering was much appreciated and greatly enjoyed!!!  Lord Senthor's drum work is amazing.  He plays a mean voodoo rhythm which has to be experienced.   When Moonstruck started out playing music at Sabbats and different gatherings, there were very few songs dedicated to the God and Goddess, Father Sun and Mother Earth and the Nature Spirits. So they began writing and collecting songs. Their songs found a home in all earth religions and many of them became classics. Visit their web page HERE.

 

Moonstruck's sound is more authentic than polished, deeply heartfelt and never formulaic. From their tuneful original compositions like "The Burning" and the title tracks, to the haunting chants derived from actual Pagan rituals, these albums provide an enjoyable glimpse into an alternative music scene that may possibly be new age's next big genre.  From a Review in New Age Voice Magazine

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Lodging

Avalon Isle has only primitive camping available.  If you wish more modern conveniences, check back here later for lodging listed below.