The Wiccan lunar goddess is a central figure in Wiccan spirituality and rituals. In Wicca, which is a modern Pagan religious movement, the moon is seen as a symbol of feminine power, intuition, and the divine feminine. The lunar goddess represents the changing phases of the moon, which is seen as a reflection of the cycles of life, death, and rebirth. She is often associated with aspects such as love, fertility, healing, divination, and wisdom. Different Wiccan traditions may have various names and mythologies associated with the lunar goddess. Some commonly known lunar goddesses in Wicca include Diana, Artemis, Hecate, Selene, and Cerridwen.
You use it by literally swishing and flicking. A little ball in there tells it when you’ve done this, activating the technology to perform the “magic”. Like so:
So in the above example, you would cast on the map marker first and then on the dragon scales, the chests, the pictures, the crystals, and then go back to the mapmaker and use your compass. It sounded confusing at first, but with the help of the friendly staff at the Quest Cottage and our handy guide book, it became pretty intuitive very quickly.
Some commonly known lunar goddesses in Wicca include Diana, Artemis, Hecate, Selene, and Cerridwen. Each of these goddesses is associated with specific qualities and attributes. Wiccans often engage in various rituals and practices to connect with the lunar goddess and harness her energy.
Is a Paw Pass Worth it at Great Wolf Lodge?
Our family headed to Great Wolf Lodge in Niagara Falls, Canada for our first visit to this popular family resort. Great Wolf Lodge has locations across North America, and we decided to pair our visit to GWL with a family trip to see Niagara Falls as well. After several days exploring the natural beauty of the area, we checked into Great Wolf Lodge for 2 nights and 3 days of family fun. Many people think of a fabulous indoor water park when they think of Great Wolf Lodge, but did you know there is so much more for your family to enjoy. Enter the Paw Pass! With activities around the lodge including bowling, a stuffing station to build your own stuffed friend, MagiQuest game, an arcade and so much more, the Paw Pass provides an opportunity to purchase access to many of the popular activities at a discounted price. Let's take a look at what's included and the break down when this is a good choice for your family.
My boys were provided complimentary Paw Passes from Great Wolf Lodge - Niagara Falls so that we could share our experiences with you! As always, thoughts and opinions are honest feedback from our real experiences!
Before we begin, it's important to note that each Great Wolf Lodge location has a slightly different Paw Pass deal. Pricing and activities will vary from location to location as what each lodge offers also varies. The Paw Pass at Great Wolf Lodge - Niagara Falls runs each wolf $69.99 and includes the following:
- One MagiQuest game and classic wand or topper
- Two games of bowling at Ten Paw Alley or one game at Wacky Wilderness Mini-Golf
- One animal at Great Wolf Stuffing Station (outfit not included)
- One 5x7 Paw Prints Water Slide Photo
- One gift at Scoops Kid Spa
- 1/4 lb of fudge at Bear Claw Cafe
- One Great Wolf Kids Color-Your-Own item in Cub Club
- One pair of wolf ears from the Trading Post Gift Shop
- 30 Paw Points and game card for Northern Lights Arcade
| Caleb and Wolf-Wolf |
Brody's favorite activity hands down on the Paw Pass was the MagiQuest game. For this game, young wizards use a wand to visit interactive objects, pictures, etc. around the lodge and complete various quests. It sounded confusing at first, but with the help of the friendly staff at the Quest Cottage and our handy guide book, it became pretty intuitive very quickly. It's important to note that this game is probably best enjoyed by 1st graders and up. Since Caleb had a Paw Pass, we had him get a wand and tried to have him play along with Brody, but his attention span at 4 years old as well as his ability to comprehend what the quests were, just didn't lend itself to this activity. At 7 though, we couldn't pull Brody away from this! I saw many older elementary kids running around completing quests as well. The older the child, the more they are going to be able to do independent from adult help.
| Brody on one of his many MagiQuest adventures! |
The boys also really enjoyed their evening in the arcade. Dan decided to rest in the room after a busy first day so I had both boys in the arcade by myself. We took turns picking games and the 30 Paw Points per kid lasted our family about 45 minutes or so. You can purchase more arcade points if you'd like as well. The Northern Lights arcade was also where you could claim your game of mini golf or have the two games of bowling loaded onto your arcade card. We opted to bowl and this was the final activity our boys completed before leaving the lodge to return home.
At the end of the trip, I would say that we would definitely buy a Paw Pass again. While the boys claimed the fudge, free slide photo, gift from Scoops spa, and the color-your-own activity at Cub Club, those are not items we probably would have purchased without the pass. When you add up the cost of the other items, the Paw Pass definitely is a cost savings for families who plan to enjoy the extra activities at Great Wolf Lodge. For another look at our family trip, check out the video below and keep your eyes open for another post on the blog that will recap the entire experience at Great Wolf Lodge including the waterpark, room, food, and free activities around the property. Until then, have a Great Wolf Day!
These rituals may include moon ceremonies, meditation, spellwork, and offerings. Wiccans may also celebrate the phases of the moon, such as the New Moon, Full Moon, and other intermediate phases. The lunar goddess is believed to provide guidance, protection, and strength to Wiccans as they navigate their spiritual path. She is seen as a source of inspiration and empowerment. Many Wiccans also honor and work with multiple deities, including both lunar and solar gods and goddesses. Overall, the Wiccan lunar goddess holds a significant place in Wiccan spirituality, representing the divine feminine, cycles of nature, and the inherent power and wisdom of women. She is revered and respected by Wiccans as a symbol of spiritual connection, intuition, and transformation..
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