Okay, we're gonna do it-- we're gonna launch a rocket from Ardantane.Okay, it's a small rocket. Specifically an Estes Astrovision Digital Video Camera Rocket. It's mission is to take aerial photos of the Ardantane land and buildings, to help us create an accurate-scale Master Plan for the campus.We've hoped for years that we could get aerial photos, but hiring an airplane to do it is expensive.

The "Oasis" at Ardantane is that small piece of land across the road from Hawk Haven, behind the "Lucy Wall" of large stones. It's where the gray- and blackwater is purified underground, and fed through a drip irrigation sysytem.Already some rather large "volunteer plants" have made their home there, enjoying the moisture from the irrigation system. This morning, Azrael and I planted 27 additional

If you like the summer, if you have a little bit of flop-on-rock-lizard in you, or just like a good time outdoors, you should come out to Ardantane for Sunfest.We're gonna have fun! Some highlights of the program:Litha Solstice RitualSun King Contests (open to any gender); free popsicles and homage to the winner!Solar Cafe, with yummie munchies and cool treats (you don't have to cook!)Sacred Project--Volunteers

If you are in Santa Fe this weekend (May 31 & June 1), come by Whole Expo, the metaphysical faire, and see us at the Ardantane booth. For more information see:http://www.wholeexpo.com/