Transformation and Healing from the Sacred Yew Tree

Chelynn Tetreault Photography:

Chelynn Tetreault is the photographer and web designer for the images on this website. 

www.chelynn.com


The Yew Guardianship Project:

Anyone interested in yew trees and tree conservation should check this out. 

www.ancient-yew.org


Trees Of Life:
Read Michael Tsarion's appendix to his book "Irish Origins of Civilization" entitled "Trees of Life"   There is much important information about the yew tree.
www.irishoriginsofcivilization.com

Fred Hageneder:
A leading advocate for the preservation and protection of our trees.  Fred is also an expert on the yew tree and has published several books and papers about the yew tree.

The Carnyx: 

The carnyx appears on the Gundestrup Cauldron and on many Roman coins.  John Kenny was the first person to play the carnyx in over 2000 years!  I met John many years ago where we toured Japan with the TNT production of the 'Wizard of Jazz'.  John and I have been good friends ever since.  We plan to bring the carnyx, and John's awe inspiring trombone playing to the US within the next year or so.  Take a look at his website, it is full of interesting facts about the carnyx as well as a host of musical projects, past, present and proposed.

www.carnyxscotland.co.uk


Earthspirit:

An intentional pagan community offering gatherings and workshops for over 30 years.

www.earthspirit.com

Martin Bridge:

Martin is an artist,  a teacher and a drummer.  He is also a close friend and a tireless collaborator in working with the spirit of the land.
www.martin.ritualarts.org

Chris Gavin - Mandala Creations in Metal:
Chris is an astounding blacksmith based in Baltimore, MD.  He is my best friend and also a fellow Scot.
www.mandalacreations.com

Sylvia Brallier - Director of The Tantric Shamanism Institute:
Sylvia and I can usually be found in the wee hours of the morning laughing hysterically or sharing trade secrets around the darkened periphery of the fire circle at Rites of Spring!!   Sylvia continues to be a great inspiration and a wonderful friend.

www.tantricshamanism.com

Steven Kauder - Shamanic Drum Maker
"I make drums and rattles with respect for animals and trees who have given their gifts.  I only use the "leavings" -- no animal was killed just for its hide. From each hide, I cut drumskins, rattle heads and finally drum lacing; nothing is wasted.  I make my drums and rattles with prayer and ceremony."  
The moose-hide drum that Steven made me is magical and talks with the blood and the heart.  It  resonates with a deep and subtle  power able to re-connect the body with its divine source.

www.beardrum.com

Karyn Chabot: 
Karyn is a wonderfully creative healer and teacher in Iowa.

www.sacredstonehealing.com