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A little history, for those who THINK they know this camp:

CMG has been to Enchanted Hills thrice previously (the weekend that Princess Diana died in 1997, again in 1998 [“old” Enchanted Hills], and again in 2019). But even since 2019, they’ve built A LOT. Let’s just say, you might not recognize the place! If you remember the “Lake Cabins”, they’re still there. But there are many, many [many, many] NEW options that we have yet to experience! None of that makes it easy to describe to you. But we’re about to try…

Before going into the indoor housing options, here are the
THREE OUTDOOR HOUSING OPTIONS at the Basic Price ($465)

For these three, you’ll need to bring your own bedding, but you’ll have your own private space. Each man must be registered individually, and there’s no price difference between these options.

1] Tenting (Basic Price):
Prefer the great outdoors and privacy? You’re welcome to bring and pitch a tent in a designated area that’s tucked away from the main camp.

2] Vanning (Basic Price):
If you’re vanning, your van stays in a nearby lot,

3] RVing (Basic Price):
There are just a few spots (no hookups), so act fast!

INDOOR HOUSING OPTIONS
ALL indoor housing options, from Basic to the highest end, include sheets, blanket, one pillow, and a pillow case. We believe you’re on your own for towels, though, so pack those.

Basic Dormitory (Basic Price = $465):
Stay in a shared room with four Twin bunks (8 men total). Bathrooms are in a separate building. A limited number of Full-Size bunks are available—first come, first served. You can also share a Full-Size bunk with a friend; both pay the Basic price.

Standard Upgrade (+$105):
These rooms offer Twin or Queen beds (shared occupancy). You may request a Queen, but unless you have a roommate, we can’t guarantee solo use. Shared bathrooms are conveniently located in the same building.

Deluxe Upgrade (Twins +$170; Queens +$185):
Enjoy a stay in our classic “Lakeside” cabins. Each room has its own private bathroom shared only with your roommate.

Premium Upgrade (Queens only, +$235):
The most private option. Two rooms available: one with a Queen for single or double occupancy, and one Double Queen for groups of four. Private, attached bathrooms in both. If demand is low, we may offer single occupancy at double the price. Lodging is charged per room, while meals are charged per person—like a hotel setup.

The Spring Gathering registration is not yet open!
In fact, we don’t have a lot of information to share yet except that:
– we’ll be there May 23 – 26, 2025, so save those dates
– it will be held at Pathfinder Ranch in Mountain Center, CA (outside of Idyllwild)
– it’s going to be a sweet time with terrific men

If you’re not familiar yet with what a CMG Gathering is, you may want to learn more about our organization and gatherings at TheCMG.org/gather before delving into details about this one.

Lastly, if you’re not yet on our mailing list, please join! Membership is free and it’s the best way to stay on top of announcements about our three types of upcoming events − (1) gatherings like this one (2) local events in five CA cities (3) online events. Hop over to TheCMG.org/join to easily sign up for those notes!

ngs (2) local events in five CA cities (3) online events. Hop over to TheCMG.org/join to easily sign up for those notes!

California Men’s Gatherings MindSpa Series Presents:

The Healing Powers of Drag 

Date: Tuesday, October 13th, 2020

Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Location: Zoom/Online

RSVP: Please RSVP/Register in advance with Jamie Simmons

Cost: Requested donation of $5 to help cover CMG’s ongoing online operations.
Donate HERE! No man will be turned away for lack of funds. 

The Healing Powers of Drag 

Join special guest Kyle Celio, also known as “Sue Casa,” as we explore the healing powers of drag. On the surface, drag may have been just a funny, entertaining part of a pre-COVID night out. But dig a little deeper and we may experience drag as transgressive, liberating, a way to speak truth to power, or a direct challenge to toxic masculinity and fem-phobia.

Many of us at CMG have dipped a toe (or a high heel) into drag, perhaps dressing up at a Gathering for the first (or 1000th) time. Drag can be an initiatory experience and bring forward parts of our personality that were previously hidden. It can also be a lot of fun! Kyle, who also happens to be a psychotherapist, will share some of the positive gifts of drag—how it has given him self-esteem, stability, and healing—as well as challenges around integrating drag into his life. You will have a chance to ask Kyle questions and also share stories around the experience of drag in your own life.

  

About Kyle Celio/Sue Casa

Kyle is an LMFT with a private practice in San Francisco. He has been in practice for 17 years, working with all ages and a wide array of issues. In particular, he has been drawn towards working with addiction issues, bipolar disorder, adolescents and couples. He is very curious about the process of self-exploration and helping people understand themselves and further develop their own identity.

Sue Casa is best known as the village idiot. Her success lies in her ability to fail so perfectly. She performs and hosts regularly at various clubs and bars all around San Francisco and is well known for bringing Carrie Bradshaw to life in Sex and the City LIVE! at Oasis. She has also dazzled and upset audiences in LA, Palm Springs, NYC, Ptown, Hawaii, and Fresno.

The CMG MindSpa Series is committed to providing a forum for experiential workshops exploring the connections between Mind, Body, and Spirit. It is usually held on the second Tuesday of each month from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. If you have an idea for a MindSpa workshop or would like to lead one yourself, please do not hesitate to contact CMG MindSpa Curator, Jamie Simmons, at jamie8431@aol.com.

We’d love to see you there! 

All CMG events are drug-free. This event is also alcohol-free if you so desire in your home. Sponsored by the CMG Desert Cities Local Events Committee. All persons identifying as male 18 and older, local or visiting, are welcome. If you would like to propose a local event, please fill out the form found at the Contact Local Events Page.

California Men’s Gatherings and its members stand together with our Black brothers in solidarity: Black Lives Matter. We are with you in this time of pain. We renew our call for racial justice and economic equality. We are committed to listening, learning, understanding, and connecting at the heart in order to bring about the needed changes within our own organization and in society at large.

California Men’s Gatherings presents:  

98th [2nd Virtual] Gathering!

Friday Night Oct 16th, Programming all-day Oct 17th, and 18th

Love/Diversity?

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Location: Your computer or phone.

Registration will open on the 2nd of October.

We’d love to see you there!

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California Men’s Gatherings and its members stand together with our Black brothers in solidarity: Black Lives Matter. We are with you in this time of pain. We renew our call for racial justice and economic equality. We are committed to listening, learning, understanding, and connecting at the heart in order to bring about the needed changes within our own organization and in society at large.