Howdy Folks!
Welcome Home!

The 38th Annual
Rainbow Gathering of the Tribes

July 1-7 2009
Parque Venado
Santa Fe National Forest
New Mexico

We, who are sisters and brothers, Children of God, families of life on Earth, friends of nature and of all people, children of Humankind calling ourselves Rainbow Family tribe, humbly invite: all races, peoples, tribes, communes, men, women, children, individuals – out of love; all nations and national leaders – out of respect; all religions and religious leaders – out of faith; all politicians – out of charity; to join with us in gathering together for the purpose of expressing our sincere desire that there shall be peace on Earth, harmony among all people . . . and to hold upon worship, prayer, chanting, or whatever is the want or desire of the people beginning the 1st day of July, but upon the 4th day of July, at noon, to ask that there be a meditative contemplative silence wherein we, the invited people of the world, may consider and give honor and respect to anyone or anything that has aided in the positive evolution of humankind and Nature upon this, our most beloved and beautiful world – asking blessing upon we p eople of this world and hope that we people can effectively proceed to evolve, expand and live in harmony and Peace. Amen.

This is a Spiritual Gathering, absolutely Free & non-commercial, supported by your voluntary cooperation. We are here to express and rejoice in the sacredness of ourselves, nature, the land, and the spirit that connects us all. Tread lightly, with great respect, as you enter the Cathedral of Nature.
Join this unique happening!
The Annual Rainbow Gathering of the Tribes.

Directions:
From Cuba,NM take State Road 126 East for 13 miles to
FS Road 103 on left, go 2 miles to FS Road 69 on left then
9 miles to where FS Road 69 meets FS Road 70.
The Gathering is 24 miles from Cuba.
WELCOME HOME!!


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The site is beautiful, altitude is 8,500 - 9,000 feet
Be prepared for cold nights (low 40's to 50 degrees)
Warm days in the mid 80's and sunny.
1/2 hour afternoon thunderstorms most days,
which are downpours, bring good rain gear.
Local Weather Report: Cuba, NM

BRING ALL GOOD THINGS!
Your own bowls, cups, utensils, personal water containers, water jugs. Bring drinking water and/or personal filtering gear if you can. Portable shelter (tents), camping equipment, sleeping bags, blankets, mats, flashlights and extra batteries, camp shovel, camp tools, rope. Prepare for hot, sunny days, cold nights & rain. Bring rain gear, layered clothing, hiking footwear, sunscreen & a hat. Bring toiletry supplies including extra toilet paper, menstrual necessities, biodegradable soaps & shampoos, & first aid supplies, Bring acoustical instruments. Bring bulk food for the kitchens, snacks for you and friends to keep with you. If you’re able, please bring extra items (esp. blankets) to share w/someone less prepared. Bring some green energy for the Magic Hat.
Please bring bags to take out your trash & recyclables
- this is a pack it in/pack it out gathering..

Come home safely; take care of each other along the way.
Make sure your vehicles are safe and street legal.
Pick up hitchhikers & bring them home.
Ignore all rumors of cancellation, regardless of source.
If you cannot be with us in person on the 4th of July
be with us in spirit by joining in the silence.
WE LOVE YOU!

Travel Planning Links:

Looking for a ride? Need a rider? Check out these ride boards:
http://kindrideshare.org/
http://www.starsrainbowrideboard.org/index.html

The closest airport is Albuquerque
New Mexico Rail Runner Light Railroad
866-795-7245
Sandoval County Easy Express Bus to Cuba
877-660-1110