Reunion Details
What's Planned
The organizing committee is creating a light, flexible schedule so there’s plenty of time for connection and rest.
Activities may include:
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Shared meals
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Music & performances
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A few optional workshops
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Morning & evening circles
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Outdoor recreation
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Evening fires
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Optional political or peace-focused activities
Nothing is required. Come for what nourishes you.
Location & Travel
2026 Reunion Location
The Heron Farm & Event Center
Chautauqua County, New York
People have gathered at The Heron since the 1960s. Once a working farm and campground, it remains a place rooted in community, collaboration, and care for the land.
The Heron offers:
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300+ acres of rolling hills and woods
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over100 camping sites (some with electric)
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18 RV sites
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9 simple cabins
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Swimming & fishing pond
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4+ miles of hiking trails
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Organic farm, mushroom yard & on-site farm store
Getting There
✈️ Erie International Airport (ERI)
30 miles / ~45 minutes
Surprisingly affordable flights
✈️ Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
85 miles / ~90 minutes
More frequent flights, often lower prices
🚆 Amtrak – Erie, PA Station
24 miles / ~35 minutes from The Heron
Lodging
Tents: Electric & non-electric sites
RVs & Trailers: Electric sites (no septic dumping)
Campers on site, called AirBnB’s, that have electricity but no running water or bedding
Off-Site Options
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14 minutes away
Group Meals
We are excited to be working with a local caterer who will be providing brunch and dinner for $17 per meal (check out these probable menus). Brunch will be served 10:30 noon and dinner 5:30-7. Deadline to sign up for meals is June 30.
To pay for food:
Pay by credit card (there is a small service fee).
You may also pay by Venmo (@StudioDCatering) or send a check payable to A Evans LLC to: Allison Evans, 205 Cherry Street, Jamestown, NY 14701
Allison Evans of Studio D Catering
Allison is a chef, caterer, and creative host who believes great food should feel both elevated and deeply comforting. Based in Jamestown, NY, she specializes in curated menus, beautifully presented charcuterie, and meals designed to bring people together. Her approach blends refined technique with a warm, personal touch—turning gatherings of any size into memorable, effortless experiences. Whether she’s crafting a custom menu or planning a full event, Allison focuses on quality, connection, and the small details that make guests feel cared for.
Geneva Coan of Gypsy Moon Cake Co.
There are bakers, and then there’s the kind of baker who seems to carry a little stardust in her apron pocket. The founder of Gypsy Moon Cake Co., she’s been mixing, whisking, and dreaming in butter and sugar since she was young—long before she knew it would become her life’s work. For the past ten years, her bakery has been a place where imagination rises right alongside the dough. Every cake is a story, every flavor a small adventure, and every creation unmistakably hers. With a style that’s equal parts artistry, intuition, and pure joy, she’s built a reputation as the baker you call when you want something unforgettable—something that feels like it could only come from Gypsy Moon.
