Beltaine ~ The Great Wedding

To participate in the "Great Wedding", the PDF file (link below) needs to be printed, signed and rolled like a scroll and tied with ribbon. Make sure to bring the printed PDF with you to participate.
http://paganfest.ca/greatwedding2012.pdf
Please register before the Opening Ceremonies which begin at 4:00pm May 4th 2012.
You and your partner will work with other couples in a series of Spiritual & Relationship building activities, working towards the Honour of being the “Bride and Groom” at the Rite. The Couple who fare well on this fine Beltaine Day will be voted by their Pagan peers & will be Crowned “Bride and Groom” for One Full Year and will enjoy the benefits of such rewards (below) in Honour of their blessed union. The Crowned Couple would be invited to be our Guests of Honour at the potluck feast of traditional Beltaine fare.
Your tasks will be:
1) Research and prepare a traditional Beltaine dish for 20-30 people with your partner & provide a write- up of that dish.
2) Prepare and share a poem, song and/or Jig for the Bardic Gathering.
3) Erect the May Pole and participate in the Maypole Dance..
4) Answer questions of importance about your partner’s beliefs and values in "The Newlywed Game".
5) Camping endurance during this event.
6) Review of Community spirited behavior, efforts & commitment achievements offered through various games.
7) Identify specific edible and medicinal herbs and roots in the nearby bush, provide information regarding actually use and preparation.
Contest Prizes & Rewards
A Compatibility Tarot Reading Value $200
- 2 Return Tickets to the next year Paganfest Value $200
- And surprise gift package all from Earth and Sky Connection
“Your One Stop Spirit Shoppe, Shamanic Healing Retreat & Learning Centre”
Admission Fee is Waived for the entire Weekend per couple and includes camping/vendor opportunities.
