Thanksgiving Council Nov. 28th ­ Dec.1st 2002

Join family to help plant seeds for the 2003 Annual Rainbow Family Gathering of the Tribes.

Besides the usual topics traditionally dealt with at TGC, some folks would like to see emphasis on discussions about bringing healing ways back to how we do things and treat each other. Folks have also expressed a need to counsel on our various “processes” relating to such things as scouting, spring council and other gathering aspects. What is actually discussed at TGC is up to those who attend and therefore the agenda is set by all attending.

If you have a strong desire to help make a difference, come join your sisters & brothers at this special time.

Please be aware that the intent is to counsel and this is not a gathering.

Though all are welcome, know that these councils are usually small in nature and folks should come as self sufficient as possible.

• Be prepared for traveling and camping in cold temperatures. It is very possible there could be snow tthis time of year. Note; take the road to Murphy Hot Springs coming from Rogerson (it’s kept plowed), do not try to come in from the Jarbridge way this time of year.
• Bring extra blankets, socks, towels, etc.
• Please bring food for yourselves and to contribute to any community meals.
• Bring your ideas, love, understanding and an open mind & heart
• Please come prepared to sit and counsel for long hours (bring soft things to sit on? etc?) ­ Remember, Participation is the key.
• Don’t forget your musical instruments, your smiles and any other good things.
• Please do not bring anything you think would be inappropriate or harmful to others

They have opened their doors to us in a very cooperative & understanding way.

There will be space inside the lodge available to counsel, get together, and be warm (Thursday-Sunday)

Please know that there is NO inside sleeping available in the lodge.

There are a variety of options for sleeping accommodations

• Several rustic cabins are available at folks own personal expense ($25 per day - they have electrical heater, a bed and not much else) - toilet is outside and shared by all.
• There are about 15 camping sites with electrical & full hook ups for live-in rigs (or tenting with a electrical heater?) These sites are also at personal expense (approx.$15 per day)
• There are standard campsites @ 7.50 per day
• There will also be free camping available in the same area
• There will be a 22 ft tipi set up in the camping area for family use (counsel, making music, etc)
• There is a commercial hot springs on the site... and though there is a charge for the use of the hot springs, it is reasonable and folks are trying to work it out to make it even more reasonable :-)
• There will be a small outside kitchen set up for cooking community meals, making tea, etc
• There’s a small café in the lodge that will offer prepared food & such, to supplement anyone’s needs.
• There is also a free public campground within walking distance, if the need should arise.

For making reservations for the cabins or campsites with hookups, please call (208) 857-2230. Those calling for other information, please be respectful and know that many of the arraignments that have been made, are in the “flow as it goes” mode and will be dealt with as need arises … all is in a good, harmonious and understandable way.

. Please know that the folks, who helped make this place available, did so out of love. Since no other viable alternatives seem to be offered, this site appeared the best for family at this time, and in fact, it seems like quite a beautiful place indeed.

It is hoped all agree.

So, come join family for what should be a wondrous & healing time, with high hopes of accomplishing many good things.

Below are some links which might be of interest to some;

Murphu Hot Spring

This is a good site to learn the history and other facts about Murphy Hot Spring.

MapQuest

map location of Murphy Hot Springs.

MapQuest broader view of location

A list of hot springs in Idaho

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