The Great Tree

[Durin Mephit]

Our Cause
We are not pro-Yeesha. We are not anti-Yeesha.
Some of us have embraced the journey; others may have not.

We are not pro-DRC. We are not anti-DRC.
We would like to see a DRC that is more pro-explorer.

Our cause is open exploration, and open dialogue. Our cause is to break down barriers, physical or perceived. Our cause is to question the way things are rather than to accept them. Our cause is to embrace the diversity of the Great Tree, and within it, to look for truth.

Our cause may put us at odds with other interests in the Cavern. The Great Tree is unafraid to oppose those who would place safety before freedom. Members of The Great Tree are not afraid of exclusion from groups whose ideologies are perpendicular to ours. We recognize that all choices bring both consequences and rewards. We are not looking to pick a fight, but we will stand for what we believe.

Guidelines for Great Tree Membership
(Guidelines are not rules. The Great Tree may accept members for less... or for more.)

1. Embrace the Cause.

2. Talk with us. Demonstrate interest in the politics of the Cavern. We like people who are proactive and like to get involved. Look for us in the cavern or on the forums. ( The Great Tree forum: www.thegreattree.com )

3. Learn the history of the Great Tree. Discuss it. Speculate on how The Great Tree can become further involved in the Second Restoration. How would you like to see the Tree grow?

4. Demonstrate Patience (one of Phil Henderson's lessons). The Great Tree does not delegate membership frivolously. We're a bit clannish. We like to know that prospective members' attitudes fit in with our existing chemistry. If you've followed the previous three guidelines, and become a familiar and welcome face at our forum, you will be invited.

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If you would like to discuss the above information, please direct your attentions here: http://www.thegreattree.com/bbs/viewtopic.php?t=1022