Where did Snow Water start? In the Summer of 2007, a group of like minded
folks got together and discussed forming a group for the Crawford
county and Meadville pagan community that would welcome new thoughts
and ideas. We wanted to join together in the sanctuary of nature based
religion and share in a common purpose. We started working together
towards a common goal, and by the dates below, nine founding members
formed what is now known as Snow Water Grove, ADF. We invite you to
come join the common ground of nature based religion in worship of the
Kindred that form the tapestry of life. (for more information on what
we define as "Kindred", please see the international ADF website) How did Snow Water Grove get it's name? During one of the early gatherings at the farm where we
intended to hold our outdoor rituals, a small ritual with a meditation
was held. One of the members of the grove felt that the "spirits of
place" were happy that there was a group meeting there and the local
spirits of place were strongly suggesting the name of the farm
as the name of the group. Also, there is legend saying that the word
Conneaut (the geographical area we intend to serve) means Snow Water in
another language, although that has been disproved, it fits our
environment, and many other things in the area have been referred to
with the name of Snow Water. Where did the logo come from? The Snow Water logo came from a collaboration of images brought together by our founding members and friends. What appears as a snow flake actually contains runes of the Elder Futhark, and what appears as wavy lines that look like water, are actually stylized runes as well (making 9 runes total) . The logo was also inspired by an Ogham and the Helm of Awe reflecting the Celtic and Norse/Teutonic leanings of the grove at this time. The oak leaf, and the rest of the design were put together in the image you see at the top left of the screen by a friend of the grove for use on patches, clothing items or banners. It has been modified a little for use on other items so look for our things available on cafe press! (check back often!) http://www.cafepress.comsnowwatergrove When did you get Protogrove status? On September 10, 2007, a Grove Organizer's Survey was received from our founders of the proposed Snow Water Protogrove, ADF, Cambridge Springs, PA 16403 After carefully reviewing the application in accordance with our current policies, we are pleased to announce that: ~~~ Snow Water Protogrove, ADF ~~~ Date founded: October 3, 2007 When did you get Provisional Charter Grove Status?
on May 8, 2008 a Request for Provisional Charter from Snow Water Protogrove, ADF in Cambridge Springs, PA was submitted to the ADF Grove Organizing Committee.
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