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Clan Douglas Gathering - 2014
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Plans are in hand to hold a Clan Douglas Gathering in Scotland in 2014.
The Gathering will be was held 30th June - 6th July 2014, following the 700th anniversary of the Battle of Bannockburn
A range of activities are proposed. We welcome suggestions as the what and where these might be. Until numbers are known, events and activities cannot be firmed up, but there will include castle visits and opportunities to meet senior Douglas leaders (We have no Chief!).
This group has been established to enable ideas to be discussed, dates to be set, and an organising committee to be established.
So let us know what you think!
Location: Scotland
Members: 61
Latest Activity: Jul 10
Douglas Clan Gathering in 2014
The Homecoming Scotland 2014 events program will be themed around ancestry and the Scottish Government's Years of Focus (food and drink, active, creative and natural). Making the announcement, Fergus Ewing, MSP, Minister for Enterprise, Energy and Tourism said "In 2014 Scotland will welcome the world as we stage two of the biggest sporting events - The Commonwealth Games and The Ryder Cup. This momentous year also sees Scotland's next year of Homecoming, giving people even more reason to be in Scotland and to extend their stay".
This is an opportunity for Clan Douglas to have a Scottish Gathering - the first ever. It might be an opportunity to launch a Clan Douglas Heritage Trust, to enable us to promote and advance the education of the public in the history, traditions and music of the Clan Douglas. It would seek to preserve and make widely known the enormous contribution that members of the Clan Douglas have made, and are still making, in politics, medicine, literature, music, sport, exploration and other forms of scientific endeavour, military campaigns and many other fields. It would ensure that their achievements are not forgotten, not only through the printed word but also through the preservation of manuscripts, artefacts, buildings and other tangible links. It also promotes the continuing contribution of Douglases in these areas.
Please let me know your views on a Clan Douglas Gathering, and what you would like to see happening at such an event. A daily programme of visits to castles, etc, has now been announced, but we still have to decide what evening events should happen.
2014 is also the anniversary of the Battle of Bannockburn, and the probable date of the referendum on Scottish independece.
Discussion Forum
Clan Heraldry: What you can and can’t wear and display.
Started by William Douglas. Last reply by William Douglas Jun 23, 2013. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Coming to Scotland in 2014? Attending the Clan Gathering? Want to get it right? Well aware that feathers may be ruffled and noses out-jointed, Dr Bruce Durie, Shenachie to the Chief of Durie, offers…Continue
Douglas Clan Gathering 2014
Started by DARLENE HUGHES. Last reply by William Douglas Jun 15, 2013. 3 Replies 1 Like
William,I think it is a wonderful idea, I am hoping to attend with bells on as we say, The last ones photos looked brilliant thoroughly enjoyed themDarlene Hughes Continue
Where and when?
Started by William Douglas. Last reply by William Douglas Jan 27, 2013. 11 Replies 0 Likes
Stirling Council and partners are building an exciting programme of events as 2014 – the 700th anniversary of the Battle of Bannockburn and Scotland’s second Year of Homecoming - approaches.…Continue
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clan gathering. Dr.Francis Douglas.PhD.
Started by Francis Douglas. Last reply by Francis Douglas Jul 31, 2012. 5 Replies 1 Like
I will make the trip.Please keep us informedContinue
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Comment by Russell Lynn Drysdale on June 21, 2012 at 20:25
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Comment by Catherine Douglas
Then a retraction it shall be - no devaluation meant - the "it" referenced the comment as I truly couldn't understand it - but I will retract with apologies for the comment. Thank You Catherine Douglas
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Comment by Catherine Douglas on June 21, 2012 at 19:11
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Then a retraction it shall be - no devaluation meant - the "it" referenced the comment as I truly couldn't understand it - but I will retract with apologies for the comment.
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Catherine L. Douglas ,you were impolite and very offending . You have maliciously devalued me , my surname without even recognizing me as a person , but rather more of an ''it'' [ the Drysdale ], so however sorry , its not sorry enough , I would suggest a retraction
Catherine L. Douglas , I have never been disrespectful any Douglas family member . Russell Lynn Drysdale
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So very sorry if offended- no challenge meant - just curious about the question
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Catherine L. Douglas''Not sure what the Drysdale comment is about? '' [ the Drysdale ]
Catherine L. Douglas ,The very fact of the manner and method you recognize me by name is in its self exclusion.
It was a simple question with a yes or no answer Russell Lynn Drysdale
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William - you've already done so much to get us started - for everyone, let's help answer his questions so he can move forward, or offer to help?
For instance, I'm in favour of either CLAN DOUGLAS or DOUGLAS CLAN as the 'title' for the gathering - and why would we not do it in July 2014 if that's when the other clans are going to attend? The bigger the party, the better! If July is TOO expensive for most Douglases, then pick early June - before everything else starts. Personally, I don't mind saving up to go in the 2nd week of July - immedaitely after the Royal trip to Scotland so we can have a chance of having the Dukes in attendance. Wish I'd known about the gathering in 2009 - and am more than willing to pay $$ towards the DNA project - how wonderful it's even an option! Would like to know more about my family history - our bible was destroyed by an upset wife when her Douglas left her for another... losing our history. Planning 18 -24 months out is perfectly fine - NEVER BEHIND! Let's do it! William sounds pretty busy at the moment with another event...Anyone got ideas for promoting this? Not sure what the Drysdale comment is about? NO-ONE is excluded - William is asking for ideas how to promote.... got any?
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Does this exclude Yanks and Aussies from attending ?
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Comment by William Douglas on June 12, 2012 at 9:44
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Beryl,
I do need to find a way of promoting the Gathering within the United Kingdom and Ireland, but also in Sweden, the Netherlands, Germany and possibly France. As you say, the associations in Australia, and America can help within their own 'regions'.
I have not actually put together a marketing plan, per se, so as yet there is no budget. My early thoughts are based around starting with a bit of editorial placement/marketing in Scottish/genealogy/etc magazines, which has negligible costs, plus on line social networking.
I have applied for a grant, but am not very hopeful.
It is the Clan Maclean Gathering next week, so I am concentrating on that right now.
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Comment by Beryl Turner on June 11, 2012 at 23:55
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William- I think the national Clan Douglas associations might be willing to provide some modest finance for this purpose - and possibly also the DNA project members. How much do you think you might need? I assume you mean some marketing within Scotland/England? The local Clan associations can market within their own countries. Is that what you had in mind?
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Beryl,
I have just got back in from walking a reluctant dog, and whilst out was pondering how to promote collecting further recruits to our DNA project.
The Gathering will, of course be a significant opportunity, and I am hoping that it will be well attended by all the lines/branches.
Once details are fixed, I will be looking at all marketing opportunities. However, a major stumbling block is that there is no International or Scottish association to help finance that. I will really be working on a low cost/no cost model.
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