Althing

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Althing 2011

• Vendors, Auction and Door Prizes
• Directions
• Schedule
• Menu
• Register
• What to Bring
• Event Rules

Friday, October 14 from 3:00 PM through Sunday, October 16, 2011.
Moran State Park,
Orcas Island, WA

The Althing is a gathering for the whole family in celebration of faith and culture of the Old Norse and Germanic people. This year’s event will be held at the majestic Moran State Park on beautiful Orcas Island. The facilities include a modern kitchen and meeting hall as well as group cabins in a private wooded setting.

Come explore the mysteries and magic of the runes and seidh, participate in rituals and rites honoring the Norse/Germanic gods, recount the stories and history of the Old Norse and Germanic people and meet new people as we celebrate Winterfinding with traditional harvest feasting and activities.

There are special activities for children and we encourage the whole family to attend.

Registration fees are $35 per person over sixteen years of age, includes bunk space, and meals.

There are a limited number of spaces available at the park on a first come/reservation basis. There are RV and tent camping facilities near the ELC, and many outstanding hotels, motels and bed and breakfasts on Orcas Island.

For more information about the park go to http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moran_State_Park

Vendors, Auction and Door Prizes

One of the highlights of the Althing is the auction on Saturday night. Vendors and merchants are welcome. There is no extra charge for vending although a donation for the auction would be appreciated.

Registered vendors and those donating items for the annual auction or door prizes prior to the Althing will be featured on the webpage and event publicity and mailings.

Directions

Moran State Park 3572 Olga Road Olga, Washington

FROM RENTON WA: Renton, WA 98058
1. Head west on SE 176th St toward 152nd Pl SE 0.5 mi
2. Turn right onto SE 171st Way/Mc Callister Rd 0.4 mi
3. Turn right onto 140th Ave SE 1.7 mi
4. Turn left onto WA-169 N/SE Renton Maple Valley Rd Continue to follow WA-169 N 2.2 mi
5. Turn right to merge onto I-405 N towardBellevue/Everett 25.9 mi
6. Take the exit onto I-5 N 43.9 mi
7. Take exit 226 for Kincaid St/WA-536 W 0.2 mi
8. Turn left onto WA-536 W/Broad St/E Kincaid St Continue to follow WA-536 W/E Kincaid St 0.2 mi
9. Take the 1st right onto S 3rd St 0.3 mi
10. Continue onto WA-536 W/W Division St Continue to follow WA-536 W 5.0 mi
11. Continue onto WA-20 W/Memorial Hwy Continue to follow WA-20 W 7.1 mi
12. Continue onto WA-20 Spur W 2.7 mi
13. Turn right onto Commercial Ave 1.3 mi
14. Turn left onto 12th St 1.1 mi
15. Continue onto Oakes Ave 2.0 mi
16. Slight right onto Ferry Terminal Rd 0.7 mi
17. Take the Anacortes - Orcas Island ferry 14.9 mi
18. Continue straight onto Ferry Dock 240 ft
19. Turn left onto Killebrew Lake Rd 0.2 mi
20. Killebrew Lake Rd turns slightly right and becomes Orcas Rd 3.3 mi
21. Slight right to stay on Orcas Rd 0.3 mi
22. Turn left to stay on Orcas Rd 1.4 mi
23. Slight left to stay on Orcas Rd 2.9 mi
24. Turn right onto Main St 0.4 mi
25. Continue onto Crescent Beach Dr 0.9 mi
26. Turn right onto Olga Rd 4.6 mi
27. Turn left onto Mt Constitution Rd 1.0 mi
28. Slight right 0.4 mi
Moran State Park
Unknown road

Ferry schedules and info:
http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/index.cfm

The two closest major airports are in Seattle, WA, Vancouver, BC, Canada.

Schedule

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

FRIDAY
Check in time starts at 2pm on Friday.
Friday night potluck starts at 5PM
Opening ceremony and hallowing of the site 7pm
We will gather in the meeting area of the ELC and then proceed
to a place to hold the ceremony.
Following the opening ceremony around 8PM -A time to gather
and tell stories and sing songs etc. either at the fireplace
indoors or outside at the fire pit. Weather permitting. These
will be well thought out and rehearsed stories or songs
pertaining to the event.

SATURDAY
7:30 AM Sunrise Blot followed by breakfast.
8:30 AM End of breakfast.
First meeting period, 9:00 to 10:30 Topic (TBA)
Second meeting period 11:00 to 12:30. (TBA)
Lunch 1:00 PM
Third meeting period 2:00 to 4:30 (TBA)
Dinner 6 PM, started with ceremonies (coming of age, whatever
should be witnessed), and followed by the sumble.

Auction at 8:30 PM
Following the auction Out sitting, definitely by the fire
outside.  The weather had better plan on cooperating.

SUNDAY
Breakfast 9:00

Closing ceremony at 10:00 am

Menu

COMING SOON!

Register

Print and mail your completed registration form along with payment of $35 per person to:

Althing 2011
c/o The Irminsul Ættir
P.O. Box 43
Renton, WA 98057-0043

You may also e-mail reservation requests to Asatru_Althing@comcast.net or post questions to Althing-L@yahoogroups.com.

What to Bring

We will be providing meals: Friday dinner and pot luck, Saturday breakfast, lunch and dinner, Sunday breakfast).
(Please be sure to mark all containers with your name and collect them directly after the potluck).

Alcoholic beverages are allowed on the grounds; but we expect drinking to be discreet and age appropriate. Please do not leave bottles or cans of alcoholic beverages, either empty or full, out in public places.


The site is windy and the weather variable as it is right on Puget Sound, so plan to dress accordingly. Layers are best for fast changing weather. Don't forget rainwear. FLASHLIGHTS are a MUST!

RECOMMENDED ITEMS:
• Bedding. The beds on site do not come with bedding.
• Towels.
• Clothing (Best to dress in layers, waterproof poncho in case of rain).
• Flashlight. This is a must have item.
• Bug repellent.
• Sunscreen.
• Medications (refrigeration will be available if needed).
• Personal items.
• There will be some great workshops and classes, don't forget writing materials and your camera.
• Instruments, music or other items for activities and evening entertainment.

Event Rules

• Maintain frið, or peaceful, appropriate behavior
• No firearms, fireworks or weapons
• No illegal substances of any kind.
• Observe all federal, state and local laws, statutes and regulations. If in doubt, ask.
• No pets in any buildings due to health issues.
• Wildlife, plants and all park buildings, signs and tables and other structures are protected;
removal or damage of any kind is prohibited.
• Feeding of wildlife is prohibited.
• No fires or open flame except in authorized containers.
• Do not gather driftwood from the beaches


Please note: The event will be held under a strict declaration of Frið (Peace). ~~Illegal activity or substances of any kind will not be tolerated.