Free Spirit Gathering 2026 - 40th year: Full Schedule

Free Spirit Gathering 2026 - Unity in the storm

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09:30 EDT

Core Shamanism and Journeying Day 2: Intro into Shamanic Journeying

Thursday August 6, 2026 09:30 - 11:00 EDT

This block of instruction will be both informational and interactive. Each day we will go step by step into what shamanism is, shamanic journeying, and acquiring a spirit animal. I will be using rattles, hand drums, and incense. Each session will be based in my experience as well as backed up by my studies and literature. Every participant will be encouraged to enter the circle with vulnerability and be open and honest. No matter what level of learning or understanding all participants will be asked to leave what they know at the door and be open to learn with an open mind and heart, approaching the class with a childlike heart. Day 2: Intro into Shamanic Journeying: we will go step by step in accordance to Michael Harners “Path of the Shaman”. Choosing our entry point to journey, entering into the tunnel, finding our shaman tree. Please bring a towel or mat to sit on.

Speakers

Shaman Sean

Thursday August 6, 2026 09:30 - 11:00 EDT
Labyrinth

15:00 EDT

Journey to the Three Harpers and the Three Noble Strains of Music

Thursday August 6, 2026 15:00 - 16:30 EDT

Labyrinth

Several Irish stories tell of The Dagda having a special harp, Uaithne, that could control the seasons, bring guidance and strength to his people, and defeat his enemies. Uaithne (the harp or harper) and Boand, the Boyne River goddess, were the parents of triplet sons who became harpers, each specializing in one of the three noble strains of music - sorrow, joy, and sleep/peace. In this workshop, we will learn about about the Three Harpers and their music. We'll listen to and dance to the different strains of music to connect more deeply with the three noble strains. Then we will journey to the Three Harpers to see what guidance, healing, and wisdom they have to share with us. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a journal/pen, something to cover your eyes (scarf, bandana, eye mask), something to sit on/lie on, and water to drink.

Speakers

Sundance Metelsky

Jungian Coach, Dream Explorer, Shamanic Teacher, Sundance Metelsky - HeartSong

Sundance Metelsky is a Jungian coach, dream explorer, and shamanic teacher. She has been walking the shamanic path since 1992 and has studied with numerous shamanic teachers over the years, including Rena Yount, Tom Cowan, Nan Moss, and David Corbin. She completed the Foundation for... Read More →

Thursday August 6, 2026 15:00 - 16:30 EDT
Labyrinth

Workshop

18:30 EDT

Nature Calls

Thursday August 6, 2026 18:30 - 20:00 EDT

Labyrinth

Speakers

Tyrtle

Thursday August 6, 2026 18:30 - 20:00 EDT
Labyrinth

Workshop

Free Spirit Gathering 2026 - 40th year

09:30 EDT

Shaman Sean

15:00 EDT

Sundance Metelsky

18:30 EDT

Tyrtle

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