Ardantane

The Fiery Energy of Summer
2024-05-03 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Denver) | Online, NM, 87025, United States
Following a spiritual path based upon nature involves living with the seasons. Each has its own energy flows, and when we pay attention to them, we can work with the prevailing energy rather than against it. This is the second in a series of four seasonal energy Fireside Chats and will focus on the natural flows of Summer.
Polaris is a third degree Wiccan Priestess in the Ladywoods Tradition and a Magister in the Order of Paladins. She has been drawn to the natural cycles of the world from a young age and a practicing Pagan since the early 1990s. As a business consultant in the mundane world, she integrates the natural cyclical energies into her work with clients, helping them utilize the prevailing energies and work with those flows rather than struggling against them.
This class is free to supporting members of Ardantane. Others must register below. Be sure to add the number of tickets you want before clicking the Blue GET TICKETS button. The fee is $10.
Registration closes at 5PM Mountain Time on Thursday, May 2nd.

Wicca 101
2024-05-07 19:00 - 21:00
An introduction to the Old Religion, the Craft of the Wise; with history, gods and goddesses, magick and ritual, spiritual practices, customs and traditions, covens and solitaries, cosmology and myths, the Wheel of the Year and more, from experienced Witches. This class will be taught over four evenings online (Tuesdays in May 2024). Students will be asked to complete assignments between classes to further their understanding and experience with the subjects covered.
This course is FREE to anyone interested in learning the basic principles of Wicca.
Bridget and Rowan have a combined total of over 70 years of experience practicing and teaching Wicca to students of all backgrounds and skill levels. Come join them to learn the basics of this unique spiritual practice.

Giving and Receiving, the Maternal Economy and Overcoming a Capitalism Centric Society: Toward the Best Outcome for All
2024-05-10 19:00 - 21:00
Have you ever pondered the primacy of “giving-receiving?” Do you know of the “hidden maternal gift economy?” Would you be interested in a discussion which connects these concepts to “the free gifts of nature?” These will be the core concepts framing our exploration in “The Nature of Giving.” Specifically, we will explore a certain, Mother – based perspective on giving and receiving.
Moonbeam Mage invites you to join this thought provoking discussion. There is every possibility that it will stir your Pagan Self! In large part based on the research and writings of Genevieve Vaughan, this seminar will introduce us to a perspective on the nature of giving, our nature as human beings and the nature of an economy we have grown to accept.
Moonbeam Mage caught a glimpse of the path that might be some twenty-five years ago. Fifteen years ago she heard herself asserting that she was on that path, and has solidly placed one foot after the other upon it since. In 2010 she found Ardantane and began her pursuit of all that formal training in the Craft could offer. In 2014, she received the Ardantane Level Three, Master of Magick and Witchcraft Certificate. She is also a third degree initiate of the Ladywood tradition of the Craft.
This class is free to supporting members of Ardantane. Others must register below. Be sure to add the number of tickets you want before clicking the Blue GET TICKETS button. The fee is $10.
Registration closes at 5PM Mountain Time on Thursday, May 9th.

Wicca 101 (Session 2)
2024-05-14 19:00 - 21:00
This is the second session in a series that begins on May 7th.
An introduction to the Old Religion, the Craft of the Wise; with history, gods and goddesses, magick and ritual, spiritual practices, customs and traditions, covens and solitaries, cosmology and myths, the Wheel of the Year and more, from experienced Witches. This class will be taught over four evenings online (Tuesdays in May 2024). Students will be asked to complete assignments between classes to further their understanding and experience with the subjects covered.
This course is FREE to anyone interested in learning the basic principles of Wicca.
Bridget and Rowan have a combined total of over 70 years of experience practicing and teaching Wicca to students of all backgrounds and skill levels. Come join them to learn the basics of this unique spiritual practice.

Pagan Skies
2024-05-17 17:00 - 19:00
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Kerr Cuhulain is the Grand Master and founder of a Wiccan order of Knighthood called the Order of Paladins, now based in Sechelt, British Columbia. The Order of Paladins embraces the Warrior philosophies, precepts and code of chivalry outlined in Kerr’s books. The Order of Paladins is a study group for people interested in Wiccan magick, energy work and rituals related to the Warrior path, focusing on empowerment, personal development and creative expression. The training focuses on the effective use of magickal energy and developing psychic skills. The Order of Paladins is constantly developing new rituals, and magick and studying our Warrior philosophy. Our members are spread across the globe and connect through local preceptories and on line. All members are expected to participate and contribute.
This class is free to supporting members of Ardantane. Others must register below. Be sure to add the number of tickets you want before clicking the Blue GET TICKETS button. The fee is $10.
Registration closes at 5PM Mountain Time on Thursday, May 16th.

Wicca 101 (Session 3)
2024-05-21 19:00 - 21:00
This is the third session in a series that begins on May 7th.
An introduction to the Old Religion, the Craft of the Wise; with history, gods and goddesses, magick and ritual, spiritual practices, customs and traditions, covens and solitaries, cosmology and myths, the Wheel of the Year and more, from experienced Witches. This class will be taught over four evenings online (Tuesdays in May 2024). Students will be asked to complete assignments between classes to further their understanding and experience with the subjects covered.
This course is FREE to anyone interested in learning the basic principles of Wicca.
Bridget and Rowan have a combined total of over 70 years of experience practicing and teaching Wicca to students of all backgrounds and skill levels. Come join them to learn the basics of this unique spiritual practice.

Sharing the Best Pagan Books You’ve Read
2024-05-24 19:00 - 21:00
You must have favorites: nonfiction books on magick, ritual, or Pagan history… or fiction: occult fantasy novels, Pagan-themed murder mysteries, or the adventures of young witches and wizards! Come share your treasured discoveries with the rest of us! If you want to go the extra mile, find a NEW Pagan book, read it, and review it for this seminar! Also get tips on finding books, reading them for maximum pleasure and use, creating book clubs or one-off reading circles, and sharing them with others. Note that we will assemble a “Highly Recommended List” together, for all of us to take home.
Amber K is a third degree priestess of the Wiccan faith. She was initiated at the Temple of the Pagan Way in Chicago and served on the Council of Elders there. Her books on magick and the Craft have been widely circulated in the United States and Europe, and for 35 years she has traveled across the U.S. teaching the Craft. She has worked with Circle and the Re-Formed Congregation of the Goddess, and served as National First Officer of the Covenant of the Goddess for three terms. She is a founder of Our Lady of the Woods and the Ladywood Tradition of Wicca, and currently is Executive Director of Ardantane, a Wiccan/Pagan seminary is northern New Mexico.
This class is free to supporting members of Ardantane. Others must register below. Be sure to add the number of tickets you want before clicking the Blue GET TICKETS button. The fee is $10.
Registration closes at 5PM Mountain Time on Thursday, May 23rd.

Wicca 101 (Session 4)
2024-05-28 19:00 - 21:00
This is the fourth session in a series that begins on May 7th.
An introduction to the Old Religion, the Craft of the Wise; with history, gods and goddesses, magick and ritual, spiritual practices, customs and traditions, covens and solitaries, cosmology and myths, the Wheel of the Year and more, from experienced Witches. This class will be taught over four evenings online (Tuesdays in May 2024). Students will be asked to complete assignments between classes to further their understanding and experience with the subjects covered.
This course is FREE to anyone interested in learning the basic principles of Wicca.
Bridget and Rowan have a combined total of over 70 years of experience practicing and teaching Wicca to students of all backgrounds and skill levels. Come join them to learn the basics of this unique spiritual practice.

Little Altars Everywhere
2024-05-31 19:00 - 21:00
Altars have served as places of spiritual power and religious focus for centuries. Many modern pagans have multiple altars in their homes, on their land, and even in their workspaces. How do we create altars? What objects can give your altars power and significance? In this session, we will explore the history of altars, the myriad ways to create altars, and their value in your spiritual practice.
Lora Jackson Legare has been a practicing Wiccan for 35 years. She is a professional archaeologist, professor of anthropology, artist and writer. She has led numerous public rituals in southern New Mexico and conducted workshops and classes on developing connections with Celtic Goddesses and Gods, stone magick, and magickal correspondences, and led many guided meditations.
This class is free to supporting members of Ardantane. Others must register below. Be sure to add the number of tickets you want before clicking the Blue GET TICKETS button. The fee is $10.
Registration closes at 5PM Mountain Time on Thursday, May 30th.

Finding Your Power
2024-06-07 19:00 - 21:00
Three attributes of the Goddess are love, wisdom, and power. As we seek to emulate Her, each of us must ask whether we have embraced our personal power and are using it in Her service, for the good of the world. But how do we find our power? How do we nurture it? How do we express it in our daily lives and project it in the world in life-enhancing ways? How can we avoid the traps of arrogance and hubris and exert our strengths wisely, humbly, collectively, for the good of all? Join Amber and Rowan as we explore this essential and difficult subject.
Amber K is a third degree priestess of the Wiccan faith. She was initiated at the Temple of the Pagan Way in Chicago and served on the Council of Elders there. Her books on magick and the Craft have been widely circulated in the United States and Europe, and for 35 years she has traveled across the U.S. teaching the Craft. She has worked with Circle and the Re-Formed Congregation of the Goddess, and served as National First Officer of the Covenant of the Goddess for three terms. She is a founder of Our Lady of the Woods and the Ladywood Tradition of Wicca, and currently is Executive Director of Ardantane, a Wiccan/Pagan seminary is northern New Mexico.

Rowan has been active in the pagan community of northern New Mexico for over 35 years. She is a third degree initiate of the Ladywoods tradition and currently serves as the Dean of the School of Magick and Witchcraft at Ardantane. In her mundane life, she holds a BS in education from UT El Paso, and an MBA from UNM. She has taught at festivals in New Mexico and Colorado and nationally, but enjoys teaching at Ardantane the most.
This class is free to supporting members of Ardantane. Others must register below. Be sure to add the number of tickets you want before clicking the Blue GET TICKETS button. The fee is $10.
Registration closes at 5PM Mountain Time on Thursday, June 6th.

Magical Alphabets
2024-06-14 19:00 - 21:00
Join us for an introduction to Magickal Alphabets, including Egyptian heiroglyphics, gematria, runes, ogham, Theban, Enochian, Celestial, Passing the River, and many more, including ones like the Voynich Manuscript that has never been deciphered. We will discuss why we use them and how we use them.
Lora Jackson Legare has been a practicing Wiccan for 35 years. She is a professional archaeologist, professor of anthropology, artist and writer. She has led numerous public rituals in southern New Mexico and conducted workshops and classes on developing connections with Celtic Goddesses and Gods, stone magick, and magickal correspondences, and led many guided meditations.
This class is free to supporting members of Ardantane. Others must register below. Be sure to add the number of tickets you want before clicking the Blue GET TICKETS button. The fee is $10.
Registration closes at 5PM Mountain Time on Thursday, June 14th.

Online Litha Ritual
2024-06-21 19:00 - 21:00
As the wheel of the year turns and the sun reaches its peak, we invite you to join us for a virtual gathering to celebrate Litha, the summer solstice! While we may be physically apart, our spirits unite in this digital sacred space to honor the abundance of the season and bask in the glow of the sun’s radiant energy. Gather with us as we weave together moments of reflection, ritual, and connection, honoring the vibrant energy of summer and the blessings of the natural world.
Amber K is a third degree priestess of the Wiccan faith. She was initiated at the Temple of the Pagan Way in Chicago and served on the Council of Elders there. Her books on magick and the Craft have been widely circulated in the United States and Europe, and for 35 years she has traveled across the U.S. teaching the Craft. She has worked with Circle and the Re-Formed Congregation of the Goddess, and served as National First Officer of the Covenant of the Goddess for three terms. She is a founder of Our Lady of the Woods and the Ladywood Tradition of Wicca, and currently is Executive Director of Ardantane, a Wiccan/Pagan seminary is northern New Mexico.
This class is free to supporting members of Ardantane. Others must register below. Be sure to add the number of tickets you want before clicking the Blue GET TICKETS button. The fee is $10.
Registration closes at 5PM Mountain Time on Thursday, June 20th.

The Pentagram Guide to Self-Care
2024-06-28 19:00 - 21:00
Most of us struggle with self-maintenance and get so busy caring for others, we tend to forget important parts of caring for ourselves. How can we do better? The amazing magickal symbol the pentagram can actually guide us to a whole new way of self-care. Azrael and Amber have addressed this model, and when they presented it at a Unitarian retreat, the folks loved it. Join us, we’ll share.
Azrael Arynn K is a Wiccan author and Dean of the School of Sacred Living at Ardantane. She has been working with the pentagram as a spiritual tool for decades, and is the creator of the Golden Pentagram model for prosperity and abundance.
This class is free to supporting members of Ardantane. Others must register below. Be sure to add the number of tickets you want before clicking the Blue GET TICKETS button. The fee is $10.
Registration closes at 5PM Mountain Time on Thursday, June 27th.

Empty Hands Magick
2024-07-05 19:00 - 21:00
Welcome to the intriguing realm of Empty Hands Magick, where the power of manifestation lies within the depths of your being, unaided by conventional tools or instruments. In this class, we embark on a transformative journey, exploring the ancient wisdom and contemporary applications of magickal practices that rely solely on the innate abilities of the practitioner. Empty Hands Magick challenges the notion that external tools are necessary for manifesting intentions and desires. Instead, it delves into the profound connection between mind, body, and spirit, harnessing the raw energy within to shape reality according to one’s will.
Kerr Cuhulain is the Grand Master and founder of a Wiccan order of Knighthood called the Order of Paladins, now based in Sechelt, British Columbia. The Order of Paladins embraces the Warrior philosophies, precepts and code of chivalry outlined in Kerr’s books. The Order of Paladins is a study group for people interested in Wiccan magick, energy work and rituals related to the Warrior path, focusing on empowerment, personal development and creative expression. The training focuses on the effective use of magickal energy and developing psychic skills. The Order of Paladins is constantly developing new rituals, and magick and studying our Warrior philosophy. Our members are spread across the globe and connect through local preceptories and on line. All members are expected to participate and contribute.

This class is free to supporting members of Ardantane. Others must register below. Be sure to add the number of tickets you want before clicking the Blue GET TICKETS button. The fee is $10.

Registration closes at 5PM Mountain Time on Thursday, July 4.

Witch's Toolkit
2024-07-11 19:00 - 21:00
The Witch’s Toolkit online with various elders
Thursdays, July 11-18-25, and August 1, from 7-9 pm Mountain Time

Every year we offer this 4-week course in the skills and traditions of witchcraft, and every year the topics are different… whether aspects of magick, divination, ritual tools, spiritual self-care, or other juicy subjects. This year’s topics:

July 11: Words of Power in Spellwork and Life – Ancient charms and incantations, magick words and their origins, powerful words in ritual, and the language of everyday life, from self-talk to conversational connection points. With Azrael and Amber K.

July 18: Amulets and Talismans – What’s the difference between them, how do you find (or design and create) them, what does it take for them to actually work? With examples from throughout time and around the world. With Amber K.

July 25: The Charge of the Goddess, and Making Your Own – Where did the Charge come from, and how many versions are there? What are some other “charges” that have been created? Could you create a “charge” from your favorite aspect of deity, and how would you go about it? With Azrael Arynn K.

August 1: Magick with Animal Allies – How much of us is pure animal? What’s your Younger Self animal, according to Huna tradition? What’s the difference between a pet, a companion, a familiar, a totem, and an animal spirit ally? Come spend fun time with the other critters. With Amber K.

You can sign up now! The fee for the whole series is $80 for Members, and $100 for non-members.

History of Ardantane
2024-07-12 19:00 - 21:00
Ever wonder where the idea for Ardantane was born? Or how it ended up tucked in the majestic landscape of the Jemez Mountains? How did the campus get developed? How did the schools get selected? What’s next for Ardantane?
And most importantly, what condiments were used to create the labyrinths?
Discover the answers to these questions and much, much more about your favorite pagan learning center during this interactive session on the History of Ardantane with the founders and board of directors.

This class is free. All subscribers to the Herald will be notified automatically. Others may RSVP below.

Registration closes at 5PM Mountain Time on Thursday, July 11th.

Celtic Deities
2024-07-19 19:00 - 21:00
Step into the mystical realm of Celtic mythology with our captivating class on Celtic deities. Delve deep into the rich tapestry of ancient folklore, where gods and goddesses intertwine with the natural world, shaping the very essence of Celtic culture.
From the mighty Dagda, whose magical cauldron overflowed with abundance, to the enigmatic Morrigan, shrouded in the mists of war and fate, explore a pantheon brimming with diverse personalities and powers. Unravel the tales of Brigid, the fiery guardian of healing and inspiration, and Cernunnos, the horned god of the wild, embodying the untamed spirit of the forests.
Unlock the symbolism behind each deity and their significance in Celtic spirituality. Discover the rituals and ceremonies dedicated to venerating these ancient figures and uncover their enduring influence on modern-day traditions.
Whether you’re an enthusiast of mythology, a spiritual seeker, or simply curious about the legends of old, our class on Celtic deities promises to illuminate a world where the divine dances with mortal hearts, forever woven into the fabric of time.
Lora Jackson Legare has been a practicing Wiccan for 35 years. She is a professional archaeologist, professor of anthropology, artist and writer. She has led numerous public rituals in southern New Mexico and conducted workshops and classes on developing connections with Celtic Goddesses and Gods, stone magick, and magickal correspondences, and led many guided meditations.

This class is free to supporting members of Ardantane. Others must register below. Be sure to add the number of tickets you want before clicking the Blue GET TICKETS button. The fee is $10.

Registration closes at 5PM Mountain Time on Thursday, July 18.

Celebrating the Lughnassad Harvest
2024-07-26 19:00 - 21:00
Lughnassad celebrates the Celtic god Lugh of the Long Arm, God of Many Skills; it is also the first of three harvest festivals, the grain harvest. Let’s explore the lore and legends, and the many fun and delicious ways we can celebrate the day! From the traditional Tailltean Games to new ways to enjoy bread and baked goodies, let’s share!
Amber K is a third degree priestess of the Wiccan faith. She was initiated at the Temple of the Pagan Way in Chicago and served on the Council of Elders there. Her books on magick and the Craft have been widely circulated in the United States and Europe, and for 35 years she has traveled across the U.S. teaching the Craft. She has worked with Circle and the Re-Formed Congregation of the Goddess, and served as National First Officer of the Covenant of the Goddess for three terms. She is a founder of Our Lady of the Woods and the Ladywood Tradition of Wicca, and currently is Executive Director of Ardantane, a Wiccan/Pagan seminary is northern New Mexico.

This class is free to supporting members of Ardantane. Others must register below. Be sure to add the number of tickets you want before clicking the Blue GET TICKETS button. The fee is $10.

Registration closes at 5PM Mountain Time on Thursday, July 25th.

Wading into the Flows of Fall
2024-08-02 19:00 - 21:00
Following a spiritual path based upon nature involves living with the seasons. Each has its own energy flows, and when we pay attention to them, we can work with the prevailing energy rather than against it. This is the third in a series of four seasonal energy Fireside Chats and will focus on the energies of harvest and the element of water.
Polaris is a third degree Wiccan Priestess in the Ladywoods Tradition and a Magister in the Order of Paladins. She has been drawn to the natural cycles of the world from a young age and a practicing Pagan since the early 1990s. As a business consultant in the mundane world, she integrates the natural cyclical energies into her work with clients, helping them utilize the prevailing energies and work with those flows rather than struggling against them.

This class is free to supporting members of Ardantane. Others must register below. Be sure to add the number of tickets you want before clicking the Blue GET TICKETS button. The fee is $10.

Registration closes at 5PM Mountain Time on Thursday, August 1st.

Pagans and Food
2024-08-09 19:00 - 21:00
This is an opportunity to share the aspects of your spiritual path that influence what you eat. We will discuss what works for you, and why you make those choices. (Note that the presenter does not believe that one particular diet is right for everyone.)
We’ll discover how our ancient ancestors ate, and explore some highlights of differing food customs around the world; also how food choices may affect the environment and climate change.
Your presenter is Azrael Arynn K, Dean of the Ardantane School of Sacred Living, who has been studying food and refining her personal choices for many decades.

This class is free to supporting members of Ardantane. Others must register below. Be sure to add the number of tickets you want before clicking the Blue GET TICKETS button. The fee is $10.

Registration closes at 5PM Mountain Time on Thursday, August 8th.

Magickal Correspondences
2024-08-16 19:00 - 21:00
What are Magickal Correspondences and how do we use them? Join Lora Jackson Legare for a discussion of correspondences and how to integrate them into our practice of the craft.
Lora Jackson Legare has been a practicing Wiccan for 35 years. She is a professional archaeologist, professor of anthropology, artist and writer. She has led numerous public rituals in southern New Mexico and conducted workshops and classes on developing connections with Celtic Goddesses and Gods, stone magick, and magickal correspondences, and led many guided meditations.

This class is free to supporting members of Ardantane. Others must register below. Be sure to add the number of tickets you want before clicking the Blue GET TICKETS button. The fee is $10.

Registration closes at 5PM Mountain Time on Thursday, August 15th.

Healing Our Changing Earth
2024-08-23 19:00 - 21:00
Our planet, our Earth, our home. What great challenges face our seas, our soil, our wildlife, our forests, farmlands, and skies? How are people acting worldwide to stop the destruction and heal the planet?
Join us for an enriching exploration into the ancient wisdom of Pagan beliefs and practices, centered around healing our planet in the face of modern challenges. In this workshop, we will delve into practices that honor the Earth as a living entity and seek to restore balance and harmony on our beloved planet.
Amber K is a third degree priestess of the Wiccan faith. She was initiated at the Temple of the Pagan Way in Chicago and served on the Council of Elders there. Her books on magick and the Craft have been widely circulated in the United States and Europe, and for 35 years she has traveled across the U.S. teaching the Craft. She has worked with Circle and the Re-Formed Congregation of the Goddess, and served as National First Officer of the Covenant of the Goddess for three terms. She is a founder of Our Lady of the Woods and the Ladywood Tradition of Wicca, and currently is Executive Director of Ardantane, a Wiccan/Pagan seminary is northern New Mexico.

This class is free to supporting members of Ardantane. Others must register below. Be sure to add the number of tickets you want before clicking the Blue GET TICKETS button. The fee is $10.

Registration closes at 5PM Mountain Time on Thursday, August 22nd.

Thirteen Witch Trials
2024-08-30 19:00 - 21:00
September 30, 2024
Rowan has been doing some research for next spring’s class, The History of Witchcraft and has come across a very interesting book, Witchcraft: A History in Thirteen Trials, by Marion Gibson, Rose Akroyd et al.
From the Amazon review:
“Exploring how witchcraft was feared, then decriminalized, and then reimagined as gendered persecution, Witchcraft takes on the intersections between gender and power, indigenous spirituality and colonial rule, political conspiracy and individual resistance.
Offering a striking, dramatic journey unspooling over centuries and across continents, Witchcraft is a “well-rounded insight into some of the strangest and cruelest moments in history” (Buzz Magazine), giving voice to those who have been silenced by history.”
Come join Rowan for an interesting discussion of several of the lesser known witch trials in Europe and the Americas, and new insights into some of the famous ones.
Rowan has been active in the pagan community of northern New Mexico for over 35 years. She is a third degree initiate of the Ladywoods tradition and currently serves as the Dean of the School of Magick and Witchcraft at Ardantane. In her mundane life, she holds a BS in education from UT El Paso, and an MBA from UNM. She has taught at festivals in New Mexico and Colorado and nationally, but enjoys teaching at Ardantane the most.
This class is free to supporting members of Ardantane. Others must register below. . Be sure to add the number of tickets you want before clicking the Blue GET TICKETS button. The fee is $10.
Registration closes at 5PM Mountain Time on Thursday, September 29th.

Manannan mac Lir
2024-09-06 19:00 - 21:00
Join us for a deep dive into the world of Manannan mac Lir, the Celtic Lord of the Sea! We will explore the stories, his magical possessions and abilities, and how to connect with Manannan in your own practice.
Lora Jackson Legare has been a practicing Wiccan for 35 years. She is a professional archaeologist, professor of anthropology, artist and writer. She has led numerous public rituals in southern New Mexico and conducted workshops and classes on developing connections with Celtic Goddesses and Gods, stone magick, and magickal correspondences, and led many guided meditations.

This class is free to supporting members of Ardantane. Others must register below. Be sure to add the number of tickets you want before clicking the Blue GET TICKETS button. The fee is $10.

Registration closes at 5PM Mountain Time on Thursday, September 5th.

Pirates and Pagans
2024-09-20 19:00 - 21:00
Avast, ye scurvy dogs! We’ll gather on the poopdeck to hoist a tankard to “Talk Like a Pirate Day,” and to open a treasure chest of legends and stories about the Brethren of the Coast… and their eerily parallel but legal cousins—the Pagans! A mite o’ history, touch o’ serious, and a whole lot o’ fun—aaarrrh! Take what ye can, give nothin’ back! Join Amber Captain Pinkbeard and Azrael Molly Musket for a night better than any tipple in Tortuga!
This class is free to supporting members of Ardantane. Others must register below. Be sure to add the number of tickets you want before clicking the Blue GET TICKETS button. The fee is $10.

Registration closes at 5PM Mountain Time on Thursday, September 19th.

The Bardic Way: Sharing the Stories, Shaping the World
2024-09-27 19:00 - 21:00
What comes to mind when you think of the Bardic Tradition? Is it a soulful-looking medieval youth strumming thoughtfully on a lute? Maybe it’s William Shakespeare, the “Bard of Stratford-on-Avon” that you imagine. Or it might be a mighty warrior-bard like the fictional Gurney Halleck from “Dune”, or the very non-fictional Hindi Charan bards of Rajasthani, composing songs of brave deeds while riding fearlessly into battle and witnessing them first-hand.
The Bard manifests in many forms, across many world cultures and eras. In this seminar we will briefly cast an academic gaze over the broad scope of Bardic history and lore in diverse civilizations. We will then begin to explore the manifestation of the Bardic tradition in our Pagan and Wiccan communities, our circles and rituals, and our festivals of the seasons. And through our exploration, we will settle on the common thread, the central element of the Way of the Bard – the stories.
Come prepared for a highly interactive examination of the archetype of the Bard and its aspects, to look deeply into the power that flows through our personal and collective stories, and to consider how that power may be raised and directed to healing our communities and shaping a brighter future and a more magickal world!
David Troxel (he, him) has been a practicing Wiccan for 30 years, a Pagan in spirit for twice that, and is a lifelong hand drummer and singer of the stories. He is an initiate in the West Coast Eclectic tradition through the Circle of the Winter Moon and has led numerous ritual circles in the Four Corners community. David also served on the Ardantane board of directors in the early days, and recalls tramping happily around the local deserts and mountainsides with the founders, looking for a home for this wonderful institution!
David has since taken a Master’s degree in Conflict Resolution and traded the beautiful New Mexico desert for the rugged coastline and redwood forests of northern California, where he practices family mediation in the state Superior Court for Humboldt County.

This class is free to supporting members of Ardantane. Others must register below. Be sure to add the number of tickets you want before clicking the Blue GET TICKETS button. The fee is $10.

Registration closes at 5PM Mountain Time on Thursday, September 26th.

Pagan Leadership
2024-10-01 19:00 - 21:00
This online series of five 2-hour classes (Tuesdays in October from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Mountain Time, beginning October 1st) provides foundational training for future Pagan leaders and clergy, and a valuable review and new perspectives for experienced ones. The course is led by Amber K, Executive Director and Dean of the School of Pagan Leadership at Ardantane. She is a Wiccan priestess with more than 45 years’ experience, and has written or co-authored 11 books on Wicca and Paganism. Other Ardantane faculty may assist with certain sections.
Participants who complete this course and other requirements may be eligible for Pagan Clergy Ordination through Ardantane.
WEEK 1: Group Organization, Dynamics
WEEK 2: Leadership Styles and Skills, Facilitation
WEEK 3: Communication, Pastoral Counseling
WEEK 4: Ritual Design and Leadership
WEEK 5: Administration, Community, Interfaith, Legal Requirements
Registration fee: $125 for non-members, $100 for Ardantane Members
Be sure to add the number of tickets you want before clicking the Blue GET TICKETS button. Registration closes at 5 p.m. on September 24th.

Deepening our Lunar Journeys: Tracking the Moon
2024-10-04 19:00 - 21:00
Baba Yaga will often lead you in mysterious ways! On this Dark Moon, KareIsis, a dedicant of the ancient Slavic witch, will share with you the wisdom discovered on an impromptu pilgrimage to an archaeoastronomical site hosting a Lunar event occurring only every few decades. As a Moon priestess, KareIsis is often led to discover spiritual aspects of reality drawn from astronomy. During the last few months, she has embarked on travels, one of which led her to the ancient site of a Chacoan outlier, now known as Chimney Rock. Join us at this event to deepen in Lunar journeys that opened the door to the knowledge of the northern lunar standstill. Come all Moon lunatics and be enchanted with a deeper knowledge of the workings of the moon.
KareIsis is an initiate of the Ladywood Tradition who lives in a mountain cabin in Pine, Colorado. She is a devotee of FCBD belly dance and Baba Yaga.

This class is free to supporting members of Ardantane. Others must register below. Be sure to add the number of tickets you want before clicking the Blue GET TICKETS button. The fee is $10.

Registration closes at 5PM Mountain Time on Thursday, October 3rd.

Sacred Circles - Crop Circles and Stone Circles
2024-10-11 19:00 - 21:00
The powerful energies of Stones Circles have drawn humans and sacred worshippers throughout time. Their healing and transformational energies are available to us all now on an even more expanded scale, due to increased activities in Ley Lines and the Planetary Grid. Since their appearances increased in complexity in the 1990s, Crop Circles have been imparting new and ancient Sacred Geometry and coded messages. Shrouded in mystery, these “Sacred Circles” of both stone and grain often appear in similar areas. What they have to tell us can propel our evolution.
Monica Devi Bhakti is an Empath, Intuitive Energy Reader, Soul Coach, Psychic Therapist, Somatic Healer and Transformational Retreat Leader. She has traveled to many of the great Stones Circles in England and Ireland and led others on retreats and in ceremonies to experience their incredible power.

Steve Wilson, MA, LP, LPC is a Psychologist in Durango, CO specializing in Trauma, Anxiety, and Psychedelic Integration. With a BA in Religion and Philosophy, Steve has practiced Zen, Tantric Buddhism, and Shamanism for decades. Since Crop Circles started increasing in complexity in the 90’s, he has studied their sacred geometry, and their influence in the evolution of humanity and planetary healing.

This class is free to supporting members of Ardantane. Others must register below. Be sure to add the number of tickets you want before clicking the Blue GET TICKETS button. The fee is $10.

Registration closes at 5PM Mountain Time on Thursday, October 10th.

Egyptian Religion and Magick: Why it is not compatible with Wicca
2024-10-18 19:00 - 21:00
Egypt is always a popular subject. Many pagans enjoy working with and even identify with some of the Egyptian deities. There is even a practice known as Egyptian Wicca. There is, however, a huge problem. This is a case of East meets West, and the transition is not always compatible. Learn about Ancient Egyptian Religion and Magick and how it was (according to reliable scholars) in the days of antiquity. Maybe even discover what is not being done today to merge two opposing cultures in today’s pagan climate. We will scratch the surface to a mystical realm not always understood in modern terms.

This class is free to supporting members of Ardantane. Others must register below. Be sure to add the number of tickets you want before clicking the Blue GET TICKETS button. The fee is $10.

Registration closes at 5PM Mountain Time on Thursday, October 17th.
