What do I need to bring?

You should bring your own food, drinks and shelter.  Consider also bringing camp chairs and maybe a folding table. There is no shelter from the weather other than what you bring, so you may want to bring a rainfly or pop-up canopy to carve under in case of inclement weather or just to hide from the sun.

Is there going to be greenwood onsite for carving?

There will definitely be some wood onsite.  We'll do our best to bring a variety for folks to carve.

Will there be axe blocks onsite for us to use?

There may be a limited number of communal axe blocks available for folks to use, but suggest you bring your own if it's portable.  The same goes for shave horses and spoon mules, bring them if you have them and want to use them during the gathering.

Can families and children come?

Of course, families and children are welcome to join us!  If children are going to participate and carve, parents are expected to supervise their children while carving to minimize risk of injury.  There is a playground in the campground, as well as woods and a small stream to explore.

When can I arrive and when do I need to leave?

The gathering starts Wednesday July 9th at 3 pm.  Folks should plan on arriving during daylight hours, if at all possible. Our gathering is on a working horse farm, and we want to minimize impact to our hosts.  Folks should depart by 11 am on Sunday July 13th.

Can I bring my RV or Large Trailer for camping?

The site is limited to tents and/or popup and small trailers.  If you have a large trailer or RV, the event location may have options for you.  Contact us for details or book directly on the Hipcamp website.

Is there water and electricity available onsite?

There is a hose bib for filling water bottles at or near the camp sites, and there are a few 20-amp electrical outlets.

Are there toilets onsite?

There will be portable toilets onsite.

Are there nearby hotels if I don't want to camp?

There are numerous hotels and airbnbs within 20 to 30 minutes of the site.

Are campfires allowed onsite?

There are set areas for campfires, as well as grills for cooking.  Firewood can be purchased onsite, but gathering downed deadwood from the nearby forest is also possible.

Is there a fee to participate in the Mid-Atlantic Gathering?

No, there is no fee to attend, but donations are welcomed much appreciated.  I know times are tough for many folks, and I want to ensure everyone gets an opportunity to participate. 

Can I attend just for a day or two, or is it expected that I attend the entire event?

Since our goal is to bring the community together for shared experiences, we welcome folks for whatever time they can join us.

Is there additional info on the location of the event I can review?

The event is being held at Hunter's Park by Washington, D.C. you can follow the link for more details.  Please note we have rented space from them for the event, but neither HipCamp nor Hunter's Park are involved in hosting this event - if you have further questions please use the Contact form to submit them to us.

Do I need to make my own reservation at the campground?

Not, unless you are bring an RV.  We've reserved a group camping site that can accommodate 50 - 60 people.