While the world reeled from the tragedies of 2016, Chinook Hills Grove persistently moved forward in the presence and power of the land, under our wide arching sky. We celebrated, grew and lived in each moment of the year.
At least six members were present at each of the eight festivals, with our largest gathering of sixteen at Alban Arthan, including three children. Our rituals were held in homes, yards, public parks and a retreat centre west of Calgary.
Additionally, our community has grown throughout the year. Our total membership is now at 27, with ten also being members of the Order.
Our monthly Druid Walks, first begun in 2015, let's us experience the beauty and peace of nature even inside the city. We continued this practice throughout 2016 with only December's walk being cancelled due to extremely cold conditions. Calgary has over 10,000 hectares of urban park area, which means we will be exploring new locations for months to come! A full list of the 2017 walks are here. Please email us if you're interested in attending.