The Free Spirit Alliance (FSA) is a non-profit spiritual networking organization serving the

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communities.Alder, Margot (1986). '' Drawing Down the Moon''. New York: Penguin Compass. . p 514 Founded on May 21, 1986 and based in the

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area of the United States, FSA's focus has been presenting regional and local events where people from diverse backgrounds can learn and share ideas. Its promotional literature and website state that the organization has striven to develop a national reputation for being willing to work with often sensitive and personal issues in a friendly and safe environment. FSA’s main event is the Free Spirit Gathering, held in June. The gathering is held at a private campground near

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. The Free Spirit Gathering is a program-driven outdoor festival which focuses upon magical and spiritual opportunities for the greater Pagan and magical communities. FSG places a strong emphasis on education, training, networking, celebration and fellowship. It attracts people from as far away as

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and Canada. It is one of the oldest Pagan festivals in the country, celebrating its 35th year in 2020, and in peak years has had an attendance of over 800 people.Rabinovitch, Shelley and James Lewis (2004).
The Encyclopedia of Modern Witchcraft and Neo-Paganism
'. Citadel Press. {{ISBN, 0-8065-2407-3. p 309

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* Free Spirit Alliance official site * Free Spirit Gathering official site 1986 establishments in Maryland Bel Air, Maryland Darlington, Maryland Modern pagan festivals Modern pagan organizations based in the United States Pantheism Religion in Maryland Religious organizations established in 1986 Modern pagan organizations established in the 1980s

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