Connecting with Nature: Nearby Pagan Havens to Explore

Close By Pagan Havens Pagan havens are sacred spaces where pagan rituals and ceremonies are conducted. These havens provide a sense of connection to nature and the divine, offering sanctuary to those who practice paganism. In recent years, there has been a resurgence of pagan religions and beliefs, with many individuals embracing these ancient practices. As a result, more pagan havens are sprouting up around the world, offering a place of worship and community for those who follow pagan traditions. One of the advantages of pagan havens is their proximity to urban areas. Unlike in the past where one had to travel long distances to find a pagan sanctuary, there are now havens located close to cities and towns.

Now, this is my own truth and it shouldn’t dictate your own truth. If Wicca and Witchcraft bring fulfillment to your life, keep going! I am advocating for each of us to find meaning in our lives. I also want to be honest, I don’t think I will ever completely drop folk magick practices. They just work and sometimes you need that extra OOMPH!

So there are LOTS of small private groups and I have many friends that walk the path, but for the most part i m solitary O I do travel all over Eastern NC to attend PPD, festivals and open rituals. What I am getting at is, Druidry is accessible where some traditional paths of Wicca and Witchcraft were not and this has made a massive difference for me.

Unlike in the past where one had to travel long distances to find a pagan sanctuary, there are now havens located close to cities and towns. This accessibility allows more people to participate in pagan rituals and ceremonies, regardless of where they live. Close by pagan havens also serve as a sanctuary for those who may feel isolated or misunderstood in mainstream society.

So, where are we all from / what kind of Pagan community do

Hey, I'm Emily! I'm from Cambridge, MA, but I live in Nashua, NH. Not too far from Salem, actually! I'd like to say my beliefs are generally eclectic, but are definitely colored with Celtic beliefs.

I'm Julie. I am in Amarillo Texas. Me and the hubby have been solitary practitioners for more years than I care to count..but we are now looking to meet up with others, an open circle perhaps. our 14 year old daughter is expressing an interest and so we would like to socializing with others, so not sure how many are in our area. it is rather a heavy christian area and I have gotten some mean comments from the Goddess Bless America bumper sticker on my jeep and the pentacle. plus my daughter was told NOT to wear her pentacle to school..to wear a crucifix instead (yes I was offended) so it makes me a little leery of being very more open about being pagan than we already are.

I really don't participate in local pagan/wiccan events, but I try to go to Salem, MA once a year for a reading and just to feel the energy of the Witch Village. Hey, it is a National Park. It is awesome to go there. Think I might have been there in a past life. I won't go to the reenactment of the Witch Trials. Just could not deal with that drama.

I really don't participate in local pagan/wiccan events, but I try to go to Salem, MA once a year for a reading and just to feel the energy of the Witch Village. Hey, it is a National Park. It is awesome to go there. Think I might have been there in a past life. I won't go to the reenactment of the Witch Trials. Just could not deal with that drama.

My mama used to do tours at the Witch Village. In all honesty, it's not what it used to be. Salem is a huge money-maker now, and they're much less focused on the history and the energy that's already there. However, the ritual room in the back of the Witch Village is where I grew up doing a lot of my rituals and classes. It was my group's space

I go to school at the college in Salem, perhaps we'll bump into each other sometime! Even though I try my darndest to avoid downtown during the Halloween season.

I'm out and proud as a witch/pagan. I was once part of a very large public group, however living near a militiary base, peeps are very transit. So there are LOTS of small private groups and I have many friends that walk the path, but for the most part i'm solitary :O) I do travel all over Eastern NC to attend PPD, festivals and open rituals.

I am from a small corn town in Iowa. We have about 4 pagans total in our town. However we do have quite the community here. We have a city a little over an hour away and then Des Moines is 2 hours away. Both places have events and traveling is not that bad. In fact I helped start the local community and was a council member for a while. Now I am a free agent and I host workshops for all the different groups events. I am really excited about festival season this year! I may fit into a sarong finally!

I am from a small corn town in Iowa. We have about 4 pagans total in our town. However we do have quite the community here. We have a city a little over an hour away and then Des Moines is 2 hours away. Both places have events and traveling is not that bad. In fact I helped start the local community and was a council member for a while. Now I am a free agent and I host workshops for all the different groups events. I am really excited about festival season this year! I may fit into a sarong finally!

What do you mean by Council member? What does the council do? How many people are on it? Sorry just curious, we have a large pagan community in the Saginaw area (Michigan) and we don't have a council then there is an even bigger one in the Detroit area and they also don't have a council to my knowledge. There's covens, high priestesses, and crones that are respected and looked up to but no council. Is it beneficial to have one? I only ask questions because it seems like it would make a lot of things easier and more organized lol.

(I can't wait to fit into a sarong as well. )

My mama used to do tours at the Witch Village. In all honesty, it's not what it used to be. Salem is a huge money-maker now, and they're much less focused on the history and the energy that's already there. However, the ritual room in the back of the Witch Village is where I grew up doing a lot of my rituals and classes. It was my group's space

I go to school at the college in Salem, perhaps we'll bump into each other sometime! Even though I try my darndest to avoid downtown during the Halloween season.

Yeah I hear all the time that Salem is too busy to even attempt a trip then I also heard even if you did go it isn't what you would expect. Just tourism place now. Kinda sad.

New on here - I'm a shamanic Druid from Kent (UK). Involved in a monthly drum circle and a study group and also belong to a pagan based Morris side as a musician and story teller.

I live in rural WI near the Green Bay area and I'm a solitary witch and eclectic pagan. Paganism in general speaks to me, but I haven't found a specific path that calls me. There is a general pagan group that does meet ups in Green Bay, but I haven't yet attended any of their events.

We do have herbal/tea shops. And other things can be found if you look. There is a blown glass/pipe small business near me that also carries crystals. I get my books online, my candles from crafts stores, ect.

To date, I don't have any in person friends who follow the same path. But I hope that will change one day.

I'm new to the group and MFP but live in the Appleton area which is just south of you. I am also an eclectic pagan and will send you a friend request. I would love to chat with you about local shops and events or whatever.

I'm a naturalistic pantheist, in the seacoast area of NH. I don't belong to any Pagan community, but I have several friends who are Pagan or Pagan-ish so there's always someone to get together with on the Equinoces and Solstices, etc, if we want. Our UU church also has an "Earth-based Religions" group, although the leader of that moved away and it's not been very active since then. Nothing very organized, but then again, I haven't sought that out either. There's an ADF Grove here (I was an ADF member for a while, but never got together with the group) and I believe a Wiccan coven not too far away. I haven't seen too many pagan bookstores, there are maybe two within a half hour drive? The local B&N has a great Pagan section, though.

I'm a naturalistic pantheist, in the seacoast area of NH. I don't belong to any Pagan community, but I have several friends who are Pagan or Pagan-ish so there's always someone to get together with on the Equinoces and Solstices, etc, if we want. Our UU church also has an "Earth-based Religions" group, although the leader of that moved away and it's not been very active since then. Nothing very organized, but then again, I haven't sought that out either. There's an ADF Grove here (I was an ADF member for a while, but never got together with the group) and I believe a Wiccan coven not too far away. I haven't seen too many pagan bookstores, there are maybe two within a half hour drive? The local B&N has a great Pagan section, though.

Seattle, where I live, has a very visible Pagan community with several Meetup groups, an ADF Grove, several metaphysical bookstores (including one specifically Pagan one) and (until 2008) it also had a CUUPS--Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans--group. I served for 7 years on the Seattle CUUPS Board.

I've been solitary for the past four years, partly because I got tired of all the witch wars, drama, and general group dynamics s**t involved with groups, and partly because there are so few here who worship the Egyptian Gods as I do. I can count them on one hand; for some reason most of the groups here are Celtic.

Paganism often carries negative stereotypes and misconceptions, making it difficult for pagans to openly practice their beliefs. Having a haven nearby provides a safe space for individuals to express their spirituality without fear of judgement or discrimination. Moreover, close by pagan havens offer a sense of belonging and community for pagans. These havens host regular gatherings, festivals, and workshops, allowing like-minded individuals to come together and connect. This community aspect is particularly important in a world where connection and belonging are increasingly sought after. Overall, the rise of close by pagan havens has had a positive impact on the pagan community. These havens allow more individuals to practice their beliefs, offer a safe space for pagans to express themselves, and foster a sense of community and belonging. With the increasing recognition and acceptance of pagan religions, it is likely that we will continue to see more pagan havens emerge in the future..

Reviews for "A Closer Look at the Sacred Sites of Local Paganism"

1. Sarah - 2/5 stars - I was really disappointed with "Close by pagan havens". The description made it sound like a fascinating exploration of ancient pagan sites, but the book was lacking in depth and substance. The author barely scratched the surface of each location and failed to provide any meaningful historical or cultural context. I was hoping for a more engaging and informative read, but unfortunately, this book fell short of my expectations.

2. James - 1/5 stars - I found "Close by pagan havens" to be incredibly dull and uninspiring. The author's writing style was dry and lacking in creativity. The descriptions of the pagan sites were bland and repetitive, and I didn't feel any connection to the places being described. Additionally, the book seemed to focus more on the author's personal experiences and opinions rather than providing factual information. Overall, I would not recommend this book to anyone looking for an engaging exploration of pagan havens.

3. Emily - 1/5 stars - I couldn't even finish reading "Close by pagan havens" because I found it so uninteresting. The author's writing was disjointed and lacked flow, making it difficult to follow along. The book also lacked any sense of structure or organization, jumping from one pagan site to another without any clear transitions. I expected to learn about the historical significance and cultural importance of these havens, but instead, it felt like I was reading a disjointed collection of random thoughts. Save your time and skip this book.

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