Althing

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Althing 2010

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

Thursday, October 14 through Sunday, October 17, 2010
Coronet Bay Retreat Center,
Deception Pass State Park, 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 one of Washington State’s most beautiful parks, Coronet Bay Retreat Center, on scenic Whidbey Island. The facilities include a modern kitchen and meeting hall as well as group cabins in a private wooded setting. There are a limited number of tent camping sites.

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 $95 per person, which includes meals, sleeping quarters. Children under 16 are free when accompanying parents or guardians.

Early Registration discount: REGISTER BEFORE SEPTEMBER 30 FOR $80 per person, children under 16 are free when accompanying parents or guardians.

Day passes are $30 per day (includes all activities and meals, but no sleeping quarters).

There are RV and tent camping facilities in the park, and many outstanding hotels, motels and bed and breakfasts on Whidbey Island, and in the surrounding areas. There are even docking facilities for those who wish to arrive in style.

For more information about the park go to http://www.parks.wa.gov/parkpage.asp?selectedpark=Deception+Pass&pageno=1

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

The Coronet Bay Retreat Center in Deception Pass State Park is located nine miles north of Oak Harbor, Washington and nine miles south of Anacortes, Washington on Whidbey Island in NW Washington.

FROM SEATTLE:
Drive north on I-5 to exit 230, then travel 18 miles west on SR 20 toward Oak Harbor. Park entrance is on right, one mile south of Deception Pass Bridge.

FROM THE MUKILTEO-CLINTON FERRY:
Drive north on Hwy. 525, which changes to Hwy. 20. Drive 50 miles to park entrance on left.

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

Schedule

TBA

Menu

Althing Menu

THURSDAY
Pot Luck, bring a dish for 6 or more people to share.
Provided: Cream of Potato soup
Green Salad
Rolls
Butter
After Dinner: Brownies

FRIDAY

Breakfast
Pancakes with assorted syrups and toppings
Oatmeal,
Fruit slices
Milk

Lunch
Sandwiches
White bread, Whole wheat, rye
Sandwich fillings: Tuna fish salad, Egg salad,Peanut butter and jelly
Lettuce, onion rings, radishes, cucumbers
Pickles
Chips

Dinner
Meatballs and Gravy
Selection of Mashed potatoes or Noodles
Glazed carrots
Green peas
Condiments and smorgasbord selections
After Dinner: Apple Cake with Ice Cream

SATURDAY

Breakfast
Diced hashed potatoes plain or with onions, green pepper, potatoes
Scrambles: cheese and ham, or cheese
Tabasco sauce, catsup, sour cream
Instant Oatmeal
Cereal (Cheerios, Frosted Flakes)
Fruit slices
Tomato juice, Orange juice

Lunch
Hot dogs, buns (Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches also available)
Condiments: chopped onions, mustard, catsup, relish, pickles
Baked beans
Selection of chips (large bags in bowls, potato chip, corn chips)
Carrot sticks, celery sticks

Dinner
Crackers, flatbread or rolls
Pickled beets
Pork Roast
Oven fried potatoes
Viking Vegetables
Condiments and smorgasbord selections

SUNDAY

Brunch
Scrambles
Fruit slices
Cereal
Juice

Register

Print and mail your completed registration form along with payment or requests for further information to:

Althing 2010
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. If you have questions please include your phone number and a volunteer will return your call.

What to Bring

We will be providing meals (Thursday dinner, Friday breakfast, lunch and dinner, Saturday breakfast, lunch and dinner, Sunday breakfast). Thursday night includes a potluck smorgasbord to accompany the soup and salad meal.
(Please be sure to mark all containers with your name and collect them directly after the potluck).

You may wish to bring a cooler with extra drinks and snacks.

Alcoholic beverages are allowed on the grounds; but we expect drinking to be discreet and age appropriate.


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.