This is a small list of groups who work within or near Whatcom Pagans. In some cases they are open to new members, but some are private and are listed mostly for reference. We will try to list groups recognized by WP as being legitimate with sound leadership however, use your own discretion when joining any group.
Whatcom County Groups:
Whatcom Pagans
Whatcom Pagans is a group created to unify pagans from the area around and within Whatcom County WA and conduct public rituals. Our rituals are open to the public and people of all ages. The events hosted by Whatcom Pagans tend to be as diverse as the community of individuals and groups that contribute. Please come with an open and curious mind.
The rituals and events hosted by Whatcom Pagans are organized during a yearly planning meeting in which volunteers step forward, representing their groups or their individual paths of practice and worship. These volunteers are not paid for their work or time but most see their effort as an offering, given freely, to the spirits or deities they work with. There is not one type of unifying tradition that is represented so please understand that a ritual may not be like your own practice or what you are used to experiencing. We do not condone belief systems that limit people by things like gender or race and if this is what your looking for, look elsewhere.
The location of our events can change depending on those hosting it. Most tend to be at the Center for Spiritual Living however, this is not always the case. Updated locations will be included on the event announcements.
We ask all members to help us in creating a welcoming and safe space for everyone.
To stay updated on Whatcom Pagan activities and other local groups please email whatcompagans@gmail.com and subscribe to the newsletter.
Circle of Noisy Waters (description pending)
Embracing Darkness
The Dark Moon is a time of deep inner reflection and self-examination, which is necessary to implement change in our lives. Sometimes we need support to be in the dark or to confront our darker aspects. Sometimes we don’t know where to start this journey. This group offers women space to safely explore the darkness by gathering as a group on the Dark Moon (the night before the New Moon), exploring the lessons inspired by the lunar cycles, and holding space for women in the dark. Each gathering is hosted by a different volunteer, and each volunteer shares inspiration for shadow work.
Each gathering will include exploring nature in the dark as a group, and also independently when we spread out to sit with the darkness. This can be a very intense experience, so please bring patience, grace, and understanding to the gathering. We allow all to share and process.
Please note: Embracing Darkness is a women’s circle that focuses on some darker aspects of self and the realities of navigating our world. This gathering is not a substitute for therapy or trauma healing work, and we ask all to consider if they are in the mindset and place to be able to probe their shadow selves with the conversations held in the group. If you have recently experienced loss, grief, etc, it may not be the right time to embark on a journey to Embrace Darkness further.
If you are interested in joining an Embracing Darkness gathering, please reach out to Ahn at EmbracingDarknessBham@gmail.com
Guild of Sacred Night
Find their Facebook group Guild of Sacred Night or contact by email at guildofsacrednight@gmail.com
Northwest Lammas Festival
Join our tribe at a spiritual oasis near Mount Baker in Whatcom County Washington for an annual celebration of the harvest festival of Lammas and the fertile abundant Earth Mother Goddess.What will you harvest? For more information, please visit our Facebook Page.
Skagit County Groups
Skagit Pagans
Skagit Pagans, Witches & Magical People – A locally focused group for Pagans, Witches & Magical People who live in or within range of Skagit Valley, Washington, who want to meet and practice together as a community. The group is founded by Wiccan Priestesses experienced in public rituals who seek to build a vibrant, supportive and friendly event-oriented community for seasonal celebrations. Your level of experience isn’t a problem. Visit our site or email for information.
Eternal Spring Church
ESC is a place for people who want to find the divine in their daily lives. Everyone is welcome here. Visit our Facebook page.
Luna Del Mar
Luna Del Mar is an English Traditional style Wiccan coven practicing Georgian & NROOGD (New Reformed Orthodox Order of the Golden Dawn) traditions. The group grew from High Priestess Betsy’s love of the craft and friends who wanted to practice together starting around 2002. Our focus is worship of the Goddess & God, seeking spiritual growth, finding meaning in the cycles of the earth and our lives, and of course personal growth and learning. Meeting 1-2 times per month, Luna Del Mar welcomes inquiries from serious students who are called to the Wiccan path. Contact Betsy@thehighpriestess.org.
Island County Groups
Eternal Spring Church
ESC is a place for people who want to find the divine in their daily lives. Everyone is welcome here. Visit our Facebook page.
Whidbey Pagans
A social group for Wiccans, Druids, Heathens, Pagans, Witches and Pagan friendly folk who live on (or near) Whidbey Island in Washington state.
Our group is designed to be a safe space for everyone. We each come from different spiritual and cultural backgrounds. We come together to intentionally create a welcoming and inclusive environment in which personal responsibility is encouraged, and bodily autonomy is respected. We ask everyone to participate in our welcoming culture as you interact with others here. Visit our Facebook page