Bats & Sustainable Food Production: The Natural Partnership for a Balanced Ecosystem

A common bat can eat thousands of insects in a single night, making them the perfect substitute for nasty pesticides. By eating everything from beetles to mosquitoes, bats help keep your garden and your family safe.
We’ll be giving away a Bat house at the Firefly Gathering this summer. Scroll for details and get your gathering pass asap!
Living and Working with Fire: The Ancient Alchemy of Flame

Fire has long been more than just a tool. It’s been a companion, a teacher, a guide. Learn to safely start and tend fire with expert, Tyler Lavenburg
Day in the Life of a Firefly Worktrader

Worktrade at Firefly Gathering is more than a ticket—it’s a path into community, purpose, and the magic behind the scenes. Join us on the beautiful Toe River in Green Mountain, NC, and trade your time and skills for an unforgettable, heart-centered experience that helps bring Firefly to life.
It’s So Important to Feel Heard… How Firefly Cares: Our Response to 2024 Annual Gathering Feedback

This month, with our Annual Gathering coming up July 8-13 at the beautiful Wild Human Preserve in Green Mountain, NC, we decided to share specific ways that The Firefly Gathering listens to you!
How to practice Mutual Aid: Support your community through asking for and offering help

Mutual Aid is more than just helping—it’s about building resilient, connected communities. At Firefly Gathering 2025 on the Toe River in Green Mountain, NC, visit the Mutual Aid tent to share resources, learn new skills, and experience the power of collective care.