14th Annual Wisdom of the Elders
Oct. 3 - 5, 2008

The Wisdom of Listening begins by closing your mouth and breathing through your nose (try it five times). By listening, and not speaking, we shift into a place where we can hear, feel, and experience spirit guiding us. Our gatherings have modeled an acceptance of all people, all cultures, and all traditions. The real purpose is to take the lessons learned from the weekend and apply them moment to moment in our thoughts, our words, and our actions. Take time to come sit, listen, and learn from respected elders from many cultures and traditions. Discover the common link that binds us all together and carry the positive energy from this gathering back to your home, your workplace, and your community. Conference Flyer (PDF) & Registration Form (PDF)

FACILITATORS:
Momfeather Erickson, Steve McCullough, and Bruce Hardwick

DATE AND TIMES:
FRIDAY, October 3
Arrival - 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Program from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

*PLEASE do not arrive before 4:00 p. m. Friday afternoon as people will be preparing the center.

SATURDAY, October 4
8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. – Seminars and programs go all day and night.

SUNDAY, October 5
Sunday program from 8:00 a.m.–10

FEES:
$150.00/person includes two nights’ use of Center space and all meals.
$100.00/person includes registration and meals only
$75.00/person for just Saturday with meals included

*Let us know if you have any dietary needs.

REGISTRATION:
EVERYONE MUST REGISTER to attend this weekend. This is a fund raiser for the center as well as a gathering. Walk-in registrations are welcome, but you must call in advance for the purpose of food. Registration Form (PDF)

Contact: Dan Creely, Jr. at d-creely@neiu.edu or (773)442-5564.

SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKERS:

John Ayers – Words of Blessings - World Healing Program

Tony Calabrese – Keeper of the Sacred Cave and Medicine Wheel Teachings

Momfeather Erickson – Teachings from the Rainbow Prophecy

John Griffey – Sacred Teachings from Hawaii

Bruce Hardwick & Duane Kinnart - Fire Teachings and Sacred Songs

Steve McCullough – Lakota Teachings

Ohsahmin Judy Meister – Elder of the Miniss Kitigan Band of the Ojibway (Grandmother Kee)

Bob & Lee Nitsch – President and Program Coordinator, Seneca Indian Historical Society

Dan Raven – Sacred Geometry and Walking the Labyrinth for World Peace

John Sweeney – Teachings of the Tong Ren (the role of consciousness in healing)

Cynthia Walker – The Soltizan Ceremony & the Mayan Long Count Calendar

Ann Wells – The Peruvian Despacho Fire Ceremony

LOCATION:
Mantle Rock Native Education and Cultural Center, 318 Sturgis Road, Marion, Kentucky 42064-1926

From Illinois & Indiana: Route 1 South to Cave-in Rock. The ferry across the Ohio River only runs to 9:00 p.m. The ferry closes promptly at 9:00 p.m.

SLEEPING QUARTERS:
It is a VERY, VERY rustic setting. There are 10 beds of various sizes located in a common space divided by walls. It is a first come, first serve. Bring your own sleeping bags, pads, pillows, blankets and sheets.

CAMPING and RV:
Rustic camping is available. If you have all your own equipment, this may be the PERFECT way for you to enjoy the weekend.The cost for this camping space is $10.00 per night, plus your $100.00 registration.

RV HOOKUPS:
There are a few electrical hookups on a first come basis. The electric hookup is $10.00 per night, plus your $100.00 registration.

LOCAL LODGING:
Within one mile of the Mantle Rock Native Education and Cultural Center are an Inn and two B&B’s with plenty of space if you choose to lodge off site. You need to call and make the reservations on your own. MARION INN: (270) 965-5391, MYERS B&B (270) 965-3731, or Grace House B & B 1 (800) 54 GRACE.

HANDICAPPED NEEDS:
If you are attending and have special needs please contact us as soon as possible. Please contact Dan Creely, Jr. at (773) 442-5564, or e-mail at d-creely@neiu.edu.

AIRPORT INFORMATION:
The closest large airport is Evansville, IN. If you provide your flight information, we will do the best we can to have someone pick you up and transport you to the gathering. Contact Dan Creely, Jr. at (773) 442-5564, or e-mail at d-creely@neiu.edu. On Sunday, give yourself enough time that your flight leaves not before 3:00 p.m.

WHAT TO BRING:
a lawn chair to sit on, your own sleeping gear (sleeping bag, pad, pillows, blanket, and bug spray). Bring earplugs if you are a light sleeper. There are two bathrooms and a simple shower room. **Bring swimsuits and towels in case unplanned opportunities become available over the weekend.

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