FAQs

The conference may be for you if:

  • You believe that masculinity is noble and good, and that it needs mentoring, guidance, and example to unfurl to its full potential in serving life.

  • You see widespread negative traits in men as symptoms of a deeper cultural flaw rather than a fundamental defect in masculinity.

  • You have been inspired by the Mythopoetic Men’s Movement and its lineage of teachers such as Robert Bly, Michael Meade, Martin Shaw, and Martín Prechtel.

  • You want to move beyond just “working on yourself” and learn how to be of service to your people and the place where you live.

  • You are seeking a deeper connection with the more-than-human-world and are interested in an animist and mythopoetic view of life.

  • You understand that affinity-group work is vital for reconciliation, and that we come together as men so that we may better serve those outside of the gathered group.

  • You believe that differences are sacred and mandatory, and you enjoy having your viewpoints challenged by men of many different denominations, ages, and identities.

  • You are looking for a men's gathering that offers a deeper vision of masculinity connected to the earth, the body, and the soul.

  • You are not looking for a “peak experience” or a breakthrough, but rather a sustained village-minded community that values the collective over the individual.

  • You live in and love the Cascadian bioregion—BC, Washington, and Oregon—and want to meet a community with shared values.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • You can receive a full refund up until 4 weeks before the event begins. Until 2 weeks before, you can receive 50% refund. After that point, no refunds will be offered.

  • Once you register, we will send you some resources such as books to read and podcasts to listen to as we approach.

  • If you are unable to bring you own linens (blankets, towel, pillow), you will need to purchase a linen add-on ticket. Other items to consider bringing: travel mug, headlamp, outdoor appropriate footwear and clothing, notebook and pens, earplugs. A full logistical email will be sent out to all registrants in the lead up to our time together.

  • Please leave weapons and intoxicants at home. We also encourage you to leave your cell phone in your vehicle.

  • No. During our time together we will consciously cross thresholds into the subterranean realm through modalities such as ritual, myth, poetry, song, movement, and intellectual wondering.

  • All men are welcome to attend, including trans-men.

“The healing energy in community is multiplied - what might take years in a therapist’s office can happen in a few hours when men are cracked open together. Ceremony gives us a way to turn pain into belonging.” — Miguel Rivera