1) How much is it to attend Harvest Gathering?  If you click onto the Registration Link on our website, you will find all the pricing info.  Prices vary depending upon whether you choose to stay in a cabin or bring your own tent.  There’s also a meal plan option as well.

2) I see that the event begins on a Thursday and ends on Sunday.  What if I can’t get there until Friday and what if I have to leave early?  You can notify the chairperson (Mary Kimball at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ), and let them know that you will either be arriving late or leaving early.  Even though you may not be able to attend the full gathering, we cannot offer discounts on our pricing.

3) Do you offer day passes?  No I’m sorry we’re not able to offer day passes.  There are a number of other festivals in the area that do and we’d be happy to refer you to those.

4) Do I have to stay on-site?  Can I stay in a nearby hotel or drive home each day?  First of all, there really aren’t any nearby hotels.  Secondly, we spend a lot of time and effort creating sacred space for the work that will be done during the festival.  We create protective boundaries around the parameter of the camp to aid in the magical work that is done as well as helping everyone to feel safe in this magical community.  Allowing people to constantly drive in and out of the camp weakens this, which is why we ask that people remain on-site throughout the course of the weekend.  The Mundane reason is the simple fact of liability.  Again, there are other area festivals that allow you to lodge off campus or to come and go as you please.  We’d be happy to refer you to those as well.  There's something to be said for participating in a magical community, away from our mundane lives, that allows us to fully be present as we eat, live and share space with one another.

5) Since I’m only able to attend the festival for 2 days, can I get a discounted price?   I’m sorry but our prices are fixed and we’re not in a position to offer price deals.

6) Can I bring my dog to the event?  Only if the animal is needed for medical reasons or a working dog.  Please contact the Chairperson prior to registering to discuss this in further detail.

7) Do you offer scholarships?  Yes we offer scholarships, depending upon what monies we have available.  In exchange for the scholarship, you would be required to work throughout the festival.  A scholarship requires that you provide 8 hours of work.  Look for the “Scholarship” link on our website because it provides you with more information.

8) I don’t have transportation, how can I get to the event?  A suggestion is to join our yahoo groups.  If you go to our website you’ll find at the bottom of the home page a link to join our yahoo groups.  Once you’ve joined, you can send an email to the list asking if anyone is coming from the area you are and if they would be willing to car pool with you.  You can also contact Bonanza, Greyhound, Train, etc., to see if there is service from where you live to Hartford, Connecticut (Union Station).  The camp is approximately 30 minutes from Union Station in Hartford.  There are plenty of cabs outside the station that can take you to the camp.  Check out the “Driving Directions” link for bus contact information and local taxi’s.

9) I would like to be a presenter at HG, how can I do that?  Please refer to the “Interested in Speaking” link on our website for details.  HG has grown to be quite popular and there are many who wish to present at this gathering.  Because of the high demand from speakers, we ask that you contact us in early October if you’re interested in speaking.  Our speaker schedule is usually completed by Yule for the following year.  

10) How can I recognize who is on staff?  All staff will be wearing a red wrist band.  You may also go to the kitchen and ask the cooks to contact a staff person for you.  They have access to a walkie-talkie and can contact the appropriate staff person.

11) Why can't I park in certain areas?  Parking is only allowed at the entrance of the camp.  This is the camp’s policy and we need to abide by this.

12) In case of emergency can I leave the parking area?  Absolutely. If you need assistance, just contact a staff person.

13) Are generators allowed?  Due to the noise generators create, we do not allow them at HG.  Many people are involved in meditative and other spiritual practices and generators would disturb this.

14) Is skyclad allowed only in certain areas? Skyclad is allowed pretty much anywhere in the camp with the exception of any of the workshop spaces, Dining Hall and parking area.

15) Can I change location if I'm uncomfortable with someone in my cabin?  Yes, just contact a staff person and our Registration Coordinator can make those changes.

16) Are there locations that cell phones must be turned off?  We really discourage the use of cell phones at HG. But if you absolutely need access to one, please do not use them in any of the following places:  Ritual space, Fire Circle, Classes, Dining Hall and cabins where it may disturb others.

17) Can attendees use the kitchen to cook or store stuff?  No, the storage or cooking of food can only be done by HG Staff.  If you are not on the meal plan you must store and cook your own food at your camping area.

18) Do we cook special foods (ex: vegan, no nuts, no eggs, no milk, etc)?  If you have any food allergies (i.e. nuts or diary), it is recommended that you do not opt for the meal plan and instead bring your own food.  We offer vegetarian meals, but not vegan. If you are vegan, it is again recommended that you not opt for the meal plan.

19) Is the kitchen open 24 hours a day?  No, the kitchen is only open from 8:00am until dinner time.  However, the Dining Hall is always open and we provide a community table that has snacks, etc., in the event you get hungry during the night.

20) Can I pay with a check for items I buy from vendors?  That’s entirely up to the Vendor.  All vendors operate differently.

21) If I am vending, can I camp near my tent?  Yes, the vending area is large and vendors can set up tents behind their vending area.  No Rv's or pop-ups are allowed, only tents allowed.

22) Is there power available in the vending area?  No, the vending area is located outside and there is no power available. 

23) Do you offer quiet cabins or all night/party cabins?  Since the cabins are located very close together, we do not offer a quiet cabin or an all night-party cabin.  If this is what you require, it’s recommended that you tent instead.  However, we do offer an all-female cabin and an all-male cabin if you require this.

24) The cabins are so cold, can I bring a portable electric blanket, or a portable heater?  The electric available to the cabins is limited so you will not be able to bring an electric blanket.  A portable heater is also not allowed due to the camp’s restrictions.

25) If I have a family emergency, can I get a refund for my admission, or can I ask for a refund say ten days before the event?  If you must cancel your registration, HG will refund your cost (minus a $25.00 filing fee) up until August 20th.  After August 20th no refunds will be issued and there are no exceptions to this policy.

26) Can I bring a pop up or camper to HG?  We have limited space available for pop-ups and campers that include limited electrical and water hook up but no sewage dumping.   These spaces are reserved for first come first serve.  You must indicate that you plan to bring a pop-up or camper on your registration form and include the dimensions.  If you do not indicate on your registration form that you plan to bring this, we cannot guarantee we will have space for you. Again, these spaces are very limited and are reserved first come first serve.
27) Do you have activities for children?  It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian(s) to provide supervision for their child at all times during the festival.  It is also the responsibility of the parent/guardian(s) to provide any or all activities for their children. HG does not have a designated area or activities dedicated just for children at this time.