Piscataquis Valley Adult Education Cooperative

This is an Introductory course to the history and practice of traditional witchcraft and ways to modernize the practice. Covering the basics of how to begin the practice and how to identify reliable learning resources for further education. This course will also address the stigma attached to witchcraft and how to bring it into the modern world going beyond traditional folklore as well as the differences between witchcraft and Wicca and how to navigate that. All are welcome regardless of religious preference as witchcraft is not a religion is it a practice that can be woven into and used by any belief system effortlessly. It is a spiritual art form that is neither good nor evil nor bound by any deity or force and it is time we ended the stigma around its practice. It is also not an inherently harmful practice so any age can participate in the practice with the guidance of an adult or master. The journey begins here, or for those already experienced come and help educate others and build a community with us. Ravyn has been practicing the craft for over 30 years. They identify as a warrior witch following an eclectic path. ?They have spent many years fighting against the stigma and trying to bring back the respect the magickal world once had. They are volunteering their time, making this course accessible to everyone in an effort to educate our community on this topic. ?The study of the arcane and mysteries of the universe alongside science has been a sole focus of theirs for the majority of their life. Outside of the practice, Ravyn is also a CNA and a chef with a life dedicated to the health and joy of others while seeking a complete understanding of the universe as a whole.