Germany MDC Gathering??

Vicitoria,

I actually just started the thread to see if anyone was interested in having a gathering this summer, and which dates would be convenient for all.
We'll most likely have to have it in a camping or 'common' place, as we are pretty spread out all over the country.
Scheduling around school summer holidays should be possible, depending on the region. A best bet might be early or mid-July to avoid crowds - but I think some of the northern regions, Scandinavian countries and maybe BeNeLux have July summer holidays. So, we'll just have to hope that the place we choose isn't too crowded.
I AM about to give birth, which is maybe why I'm anxious to 'get the ball rolling' before I'm occupied with a new baby the next couple of weeks/months.

The person who hosted the MDC Germany gatherings the past couple of years is no longer living in Germany, but I thought maybe we'd all want to start a 'tradition' of a gathering in a neutral place. Perhaps it shouldn't fall on one person to organise everything - we can all bring food for a potluck type luncheon/dinner/BBQ, and I don't mind making a phone call to reserve a camping ground or something similar.
But I know that some of the nicer, group camping places tend to be reserved months in advance, which is why I'm thinking about it now.

PS As for biting off more than I can chew, Stuttgart is quite a long drive for most of you living in the Rhineland region. Much too long for a day trip, in my opinion. Besides, much as I'd love to 'host' a Gathering, our 82 sq meters (including balcony) is much too small, and we don't have access to a garden.

I am totally interested. I am in the Bitburg area, though. Major cites that are close to me is Tier, Wittlich. I might not be able to camp seeing as my little one is coming in May but whatever anyone decides I am game.

with first : will have a : in May!!!

If I am correct you are in the area of Stuttgart, which means I am about 1 hr and 30 min away from you. I wish I had a map with me right now to give you a general idea of where I am. All, I know is that Tier is one of the major cities that are close to me. When I get the chance I will try and see what other major cites are in my area. Which isn't much becuase I am out in the country because my parents are military. So, we are in Spangdalem. Maybe you might know that base.
Though my only problem is I don't have my German lincense. By then I might have it though. Hopefully that it is. It's just with the baby coming on the way and me having to get a resident permit to live here. It has just been so busy, busy all the time.

with first : will have a : in May!!!!

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me too!

I'm in Filderstadt.

I'm new at MDC.
Should probably introduce myself a bit.
I was born and grew up in Taiwan. Lived 3 years in Upstate NY.
Now living with my DH in Filderstadt since 2001.
We have a daughter, Nicole (3 1/2) and a son, Daniel (2 M).
We are currently ECing Daniel. I believe in AP.
Daniel was born at home with the assistance of a Hebamme.

Would love to get to know more of you!

Welcome Ling!

Welcome Ling!!!! I lived in Tiawan for awhile. I lived in the Tinmu area.

Okay, I've been doing some searching and asking (taking advantage of my free time next to my new baby who loves to sleep all the time). I'm looking for a BIO/organic place that would be more sensitive to our needs. It looks like we might be able to do something for one or two nights on a farm-type place. Average cost of what I've found so far is 30EUR per family per night. Including WC/douche and breakfast. Many people have said that they wouldn't really be up to do camping because of having small babies.
Ideally I'd like to find a place where there would be inexpensive accomodation, but optional camping for those families who'd like to camp. I'm going to start sending PMs to those families who've expressed interest with some of the options and locations I've been able to find so far.
It's all a bit hard because of the World Cup stuff coming up in June, meaning that a proposed date for the gathering would need to be July/August.
What about the weekend of the 4th of July? Or is that still during the World Cup?
Again, any feedback is welcome

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Hi Holly-
How's the family?

A bio farm sounds good to me. I've always wanted to check out those type places. I imagine that I will be without dh again, as he is desperately trying to finish writing his dissertation. Also, I do not have a car so anyplace we go would have to be accessible by train or bus for us if we were to come (unless of course I can get my friend to come too and bring us in her big car).

Hi Holly - I've been meaning to respond to your PM but this is the first I've been on since last time - my little girl has been sick and well....argh..I will answer back when I have more than just a few seconds to.

But anyways, just checking in here to say I think the Bio Farm is an awesome idea. I am up for camping with the baby, as long as its in a place where she can get some sleep and has a place where i can shower!