In The Company of Women **Have you joined our FaceBook group? Why not?**

The Independent Track: 

Want to test the waters of In the Company of Women without committing to a morning track? 
Spend your mornings doing what you feel like in the moment? 
Join our new track for independents. 
Meet at the beginning of the week to see if there's anything you'd like to do

 with other independents--go on field trips, share crafts,
find morning swim or kayak buddies... 

In the afternoons you can sample workshops offered by the track leaders and others 
and end your day with social hour or a 12-step meeting. 
After supper, join in our famous Women's Jeopardy, croning ceremony, 
dance, bonfire, and coffee house. Or play cards in Quillen, chat on the porch, 
or see if there's phosphorescence in the ocean that night.

Be sure to designate this on your registration form 
as your choice for Morning Programming.

See you in August!

The deadline for applying has passed and the committee wants to thank everyone
who participated by contributing to the fund as an auction bidder, donor or supporter. 

We will be contacting applicants by March 15th with our decisions.

Our scholarship fund assists women who may not otherwise be able to join the conference. 
Your support is always welcome. 
You may mail your check made out to 
"In the Company of Women" anytime to:

Luiza Brown,  13 Elm Street, Gardiner ME 04345

or make your contribution through Ferry Beach when you register.
Just make sure to let them know you want your money
to go straight to the ITCW Scholarship Fund.

Thanks again,

Luiza, Sandy, Judy and Julie
Your Scholarship Fund Committee

Ferry Beach is offering a special deal for young adult women
to attend In the Company of Women. 

$50 per day will include meals, conference fee and
a space in the grove with other young adult women. 

Let's create that "Sprite Village" we've talked about! 

Registration is well underway so contact the beach today!

http://www.ferrybeach.org/

Anyone who has attended the conference will be familiar
with the sound of Pam's flute during worship and with the
 amazing presence Essjay brings to our annual croning ceremony. 

I want to share with you a wonderful news story about these two
of our most favorite women "in the Company of Women":

http://www.projo.com/news/content/love_story_pam_essjay_01-12-09_57CNFFN_v19.3909fb6.html

ITCW at Ferry Beach is now on FaceBook. 

Look us up under Groups and Join!

In the Company of Women “Riding the Wave(s)”

We are women and we have so much to offer.  We each have our own stories to tell and our own wisdom to share. 

The world is enriched when we recognize our gifts and give them voice.  Where can we go to find that voice and give our dreams wings? 

In the company of women, mothers, sisters, daughters, lovers all together living and growing in an intentional community of support and nurturing energy; that’s where!  Join us as we explore ourselves and share in morning programs, afternoon workshops and evening activities where we will make new connections, renew cherished friendships and give voice to the power and mystery that is womanhood.

 

Making Art:  Finding Fairies: Led by Mickey Reed & Maryann Ficker

Come with us on a fairy hunt... They hide in the woods, on the waves, in our humor and in our hearts.   You'll be surprised to know that fairies (and their accoutrements) can be made of felt, clay, wire, cloth or just about any other material you can imagine or care to bring with you.

They can take form in dolls, charms, puppets and jewelry. With laughter and imagination we'll make folks wonder if the name Fairy.... oops!  Ferry Beach was inspired by the presence of these magical creatures

Calm Your Anxious Mind (Yoga /Meditation):  Led by Judy Gross

Using various forms of yoga and meditation, we will practice stress-reduction techniques that help us respond to life challenges in an effective and healthy way. The whole-body movement sequence strengthens the body and releases muscular tension. A variety of meditation techniques offer simple ways to settle the mind and cultivate clarity and acceptance. All are welcome--no experience with yoga or meditation necessary. Class size limited to 8.

Women loving women: Led by Judy B. Carpenter & Connie Dunn.

Come Ride the Waves of fun and sharing while diving deep into our psyche and spiritual selves. Our unique community of lesbians, bisexual and questioning women have been around for 22 years at Ferry Beach. We will continue to provide a safe nurturing space with small and large group discussions, sharing stories, creating and participating in activities and playing together.

Shamanic Journey: Led by Debra Damelio & Leah Goat

Do you want to open up to and access the wisdom of the spiritual realm and it's spirit guides? Whether you are an experienced journeyer or a curious beginner, you will have the opportunity in this workshop to experience a variety of indoor and outdoor Shamanic Divination techniques. Grandmothers' Council, casting, ocean surf/wind and earth walk divination as well as creating personal divination cards are some of the ways we will connect with the guidance we seek. Together, let's "ride those waves" of spirit in Shamanic style!

Sacred Circle Dance:  Led by Cathy Jay.

In this workshop, we will ride the waves of rhythm on our journeys to wholeness. Simple dances, guided meditation and group sharing will help us awaken to the peace within us, the love around us and the joy in our connection to one another and all of life. Soulwork, not footwork, will be our intention so no dance experience or expertise is necessary. Limited to 15.

NEW:  The Independent Track: 

Want to test the waters of In the Company of Women without committing 
to a morning track? 
Spend your mornings doing what you feel like in the moment? 

Join our new track for independents. 
Meet at the beginning of the week to see if there's anything 
you'd like to do with other independents--
go on field trips, share crafts,
find morning swim or kayak buddies... 

In the afternoons you can sample workshops 
offered by the track leaders and others
and end your day with social hour or a 12-step meeting. 

After supper, join in our famous Women's Jeopardy, 
croning ceremony, dance, bonfire, 
and coffee house. Or play cards in Quillen, chat on the porch, 
or see if there's phosphorescence in the ocean that night.

An afternoon offering open to all:  The Healing Sea, Facilitator:  Jane H.

This is a twelve step program that meets daily before dinner.  It is not one of the morning program choices and all are welcome.

This is a loving and supportive program designed around the needs of participants who are living in recovery. Do you struggle with alcohol, drugs, drama, or money issues?  Are you ready to stop “living addictively” and start dealing with the disease of “not enough”? If so, please join this group for a week of sharing, caring and growing from the perspective of the 12 steps.

In the Company of Women is a conference for adult women 18 years and older.  It is essential that you indicate your morning program preference when you register.  You will be contacted by your program coordinator prior to the conference.

Ferry Beach begins on-line and phone registration in January.   Early registration is recommended.

In addition to dorm accommodations, camp sites are available.  Campers have the option of purchasing meals or cooking their own. 

Questions?  You can email Conference Coordinator Reva Kussmaul: reva1040@aol.com