Campout 2022 announced for July 22-26

CAMPFIRE’S CAMPOUT AND LITTLE CHILL RETURNS TO A SOMERSET FARM IN JULY

A Gathering of the Tribes

It’s three years since Campfire’s last Campout and we are very happy to announce that we are gathering together on a Somerset farm over four days in late July.

We are combining with the Inspire crew to invite you to four days and four nights of community gathering, shared conversations, workshops, talks, arts and crafts, storytelling, fun, laughter and new best friendships.

We are offering a rare opportunity to put our phones away, immerse ourselves in nature and share our food, skills, music, stories and outdoor activities.

TICKETS ON SALE NOW 

What will be happening?

This is a gathering where we bring our own creativity and unique gifts to co-create a safe community space.

The Campfire Convention gathering in and around the Horseshoe Barn will offer a more adult-oriented programme:

Ideas and Discussions

Every conversation can make a difference. More than ever, we need new models for living in a radically changing world. We have a unique opportunity to build resilient community from the grass roots with potential to transform humanity and evolve our world.

Learning and sharing

What sort of world will we pass on to future generations? How can we redefine the parameters of passing on knowledge and wisdom to young people so that we become good ancestors. How do we develop consensus building and non-violent communication skills? How do we really and learn the art of good conversation? How do we learn to accept that we all have different views and how can we learn to be more curious about each other?

Open Space

We have a full day without anything programmed. Together, as community, we shape the day. You create your own topics, sessions, performance, participation.

The Little Chill 

If you are familiar with The Big Chill (Campfire Firestarter Pete Lawrence also started that legendary, pioneering festival), you will know what to expect from The Little Chill space, a mixture of chilled DJs and live music over four evenings. There will also be an opportunity for acoustic music sessions around the communal fire.

Mighty Networks

Campfire has just moved from Facebook (yay!) to set up its own social networking space at Mighty Networks, which is tailor-made for community building. Several other communities are also migrating to new homes at Mighty Networks such as Dan Astin-Gregory’s Evolve network, Charles Eisenstein’s ‘A New and Ancient Story’ and Aliki Ko’s ‘Warriors4Elements’. Campout brings together various Mighty Networks Tribes to discuss the future of community interaction, whether on social media or face-to-face.

Singing Sing together in harmony

and of course, the communal fire.

That’s Not All…

The adjacent Inspire space around The Hayshed, which is more family-friendly, will offer:

Arts and crafts – drawing, painting, bushcraft, wood carving, kids space, story-telling, talks, creative writing and the infamous Sunday talent show. Who’s in?

Wellbeing – interactive workshops, dance, yoga, meditation, tai chi, breath work, sharing circles, child free chill out space, single sex circles, foraging and woodland walks.

Music – Live, DJs, poetry, fireside singing circles and the opportunity for you to find your voice at the open mic night.

Family fun which will include baby and toddler spaces, woodland walks, storytelling, shelter building, bush craft, painting, kids yoga, martial arts, meditation and more.

Join us, share your skills and time, live and grow in community for a few days and help us create safe spaces for learning, cooking, eating, sharing, peace of mind and celebrating life.

What is Campfire?

The Campfire Convention community is an ad-free, algorithm-free, member-led conscious social network working for social change that puts people and the planet at its heart.

We have a vision to join the dots and find the common denominator through creating an ecosystem made up of existing communities, who are working for the conscious transformation that we all know is starting to happen.

We’re online and offline.

It’s time to reclaim social networking from the corporate tech-giants. Campfire is a move from ‘what can I get out of this?’ to ‘How can I be in service to the wellbeing of the planet? Can I play a part in this? What can we build together? How can we facilitate change?

https://campfireconvention.network

and our own site: https://campfireconvention.net

Where is Campout?

The Somerset Camp Out is happening at Fernhill Farm, in the heart of the Mendips, just 30 minutes or so drive from Frome, Bristol and Glastonbury.

Fernhill Farm is one of Somerset’s best-loved rustic outdoor venues and its unique energy makes it an ideal space to birth new ideas and collaborations.

The farm has great camping facilities, indoor toilets, electricity, good lighting and a large kitchen for communal cooking.

Fernhill is well known for its creative workshops in traditional arts, crafts, ecology and natural farming.

Check out the farm – https://www.fernhill-farm.co.uk/

What would you like to bring to Campfire’s Campout?

Some people might just want to sit round the fire with friends, eat healthy food and relax. Others might want to learn a new skill and offer a workshop or get more involved in setting up the camp or holding a workshop, music or a space.

The magic will be in meeting new friends, opening new possibilities and new ways of looking at the world.

You are welcome for four days

Arrival on Friday 22nd July from 14:00. We have four days and nights until we depart at 16:00 on Tuesday 26th.

Bring your friends, your stories, your dreams, your instruments, food and drink to share and an open mind.

NB: This may be a life-changing event!

Reactions from Campout 2019

“I had the time of my life – the best weekend ever” Sam Aukland

“An extraordinary five days of love joy insight respect inspiration and connection. Life changing!” Gale Vincent

“A truly transformative week”  Geoff Greentree

“Such a beautiful week, full of love and kindness” Jadzia Koprowska

“I left Campout feeling not only inspired but more hopeful than I’ve felt in years!” Brett Hennig

“Friendships were forged through song, tears and talk that will enrich our lives for years to come and sustain our spirits for the tough time ahead.” Sarah Jewell

“One of the most enjoyable, educational, warm and enriching experiences of my life” Andy Morgan

More reactions, photos and film about Campout 2019 https://campfireconvention.network/posts/campout-2019

Limited indoor accommodation is available. Please message contact@campfireconvention.com for details

Ticket link and event details 

https://event.bookitbee.com/39162/campfires-campout-2022

Costs 

We are offering a sliding scale for payments so lower income individuals and families are able to attend.

Camping and Event prices:

Adult – low income – £140
Adult – Medium income – £160
Adult – High income – £180
Teens – £80
Children – (6-15 years old) – £70
Babies and toddlers – Free

Live In Vehicles – £50

Tickets and event info

Campfire community, more info and updates.

Camping options
There is a large 5-acre field for tents and live in vehicles.

There is also the choice of luxury camping where you can hire a large tipi tent. Beds, bedding and furnishings are also optional.
https://hearthworks.co.uk/festivals/inspire/

Fernhill Farm has 3 on site gypsie caravans (known as the arcs), a wagon which is a converted combine harvester thing, a static caravan and a large apartment on offer. Check out the accommodation below.

https://www.fernhill-farm.co.uk/accommodation

If you live in Frome, Bristol or Glastonbury you are only approximately 30 minutes away by car.

Building Community 

Who would you like to spend quality time with at this event? Please invite your friends by sharing the links below.

Ticket link 

Campfire Mighty Network – https://campfireconvention.network

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/groups/campfirecampout/

Please be selective around who you tell about this gathering as this is a private coming together for our community, friends of friends and family. 

Be responsible 

This is a conscious gathering. Consuming alcohol, meat and fish products are allowed at this event but please be mindful and respectful of others who choose not to partake.

Email: contact@campfireconvention.com

Campfire Convention- New models of social networking

https://campfireconvention.network