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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Our Board meetings are all held on Zoom. Please contact info@ardantane.org for an invitation via email. The members of the Ardantane Circle (the Board, staff, faculty, students, and anyone else interested in steering Ardantane’s ship) meet every two months to make decisions about the curriculum and the campus. Come join us to help plan Ardantane’s […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]