After an awesome weekend at the Raw Spirit Festival, we wanted to bring some of the cool stuff we learned to you…
Here’s our “review” of some of the coolest things we saw in Santa Barbara this weekend.
Take a look…
Your question of the day: What were your thoughts (if you were there) and what will it take to get you there next year (or one of the other locations)?
Click here, scroll down to the bottom of the page and leave your comment now!
Here are some of the sites mentioned…
Rawtographer.com
VivaPura
Clearlight Infrared Saunas
Team Raw
Raw Runners
Live Awesome!
Kev
10:14 pm on June 8th, 2009
Raw spirit was amazing!
Cipes’s late night Saturday Night show was stellar!
Favorite booths:
Sacred Chocolate
Ultimate Superfoods
Yoga Swing
Superheroesnacks.com (Kale Chips in multiple flavors)
Thanks to all!
10:24 pm on June 8th, 2009
Where can I get that barrett? I have long thick hair and always break the springs on regular clips… I need one of those!
10:28 pm on June 8th, 2009
Love you guys!
Just curious about AnnMarie’s lovely hair ornament. Is there a website to order? I have thick hair and am always seeking something to tame my tresses. Looks lovely on you girl! Best wishes, Amanda Thompson
10:36 pm on June 8th, 2009
Hey, cool news…um id Johny 5 driving the Kale Whale?
10:45 pm on June 8th, 2009
Being newly raw (6 weeks) I enjoyed tasting all the amazing ways raw food can be prepared. I was happy to met Kevin (as I was leaving the festival). I was able to tell him how I appreciated his online talk in which he emphasized the importance of realizing your priorities and not isolating yourself when eating with non-raw friends and family.
I also really enjoyed Dr. Sam Mielcarski’s talk in which he emphasized keeping it simple and common sense. It can be so easy to get swept up and even confused with all the different approaches to the raw food lifestyle.
But Samuel emphasizes 8 essentials to optimal health: food, water, air, light, activity, rest, cleanliness, & love. It sounds so simple, but it’s easy to overlook these basics!
Bottom line: I had a great time and plan to go back next year!
10:46 pm on June 8th, 2009
Kevin, very annoying.. this show and the last one broke up every 10 seconds or so. I only got to see half of it… couldn’t take it anymore… sorry…
I do enjoy your shows… Keep up the good work..
Rita
10:53 pm on June 8th, 2009
FYI: I had no trouble viewing the show.
11:09 pm on June 8th, 2009
I wanted to volunteer, however, I had finals! At least I graduate this Friday with my BS in Nutritional Sciences. I will be going next year though. Can’t wait!
FYI: the line of VivaPura is sold at the Erewhon Health Store in Los Angeles.
11:27 pm on June 8th, 2009
We went and had a great time. The best speakers were Dr Clement, David Wolfe, Dr. Yashpal Jayne, David Carmos & Dr. Shawn Miller (and of course the both of you). We learned quite a bit. Probably won’t return next year. A little bit too hippiesh for our taste. Looking for more knowledge. We could have listened to the above speakers longer. We did meet you at the RV. Funny, you look taller on camera.
11:37 pm on June 8th, 2009
How does the food warriors product fit into the RAw ideal? It sounded like it had a large number of ingredients that would involve a large amount of processing. I do enjoy your shows, Thanks a bunch.
11:40 pm on June 8th, 2009
Dear Kevin & ANN MARIE
I WAS JUST WONDERING DID ANY ONE BRING ANY LOCAL BANANAS GROWN IN SOMEONE’S BACKYARD TO THE FESTIVAL. IN THE TOWN OF LA CONCHITA, THERE WAS A BANANA PLANTATIONS, WHERE YOU COULD HAND PICK YOUR OWN BANANAS. HERE IS THE LINK IF YOU WANT TO READ THE WHOLE STORY
http://articles.latimes.com/1998/feb/10/local/me-17536
11:40 pm on June 8th, 2009
glad you guys had an awesome time at raw spirit.
i have an infrared sauna in my living room.
i’ve owned it for more than 10 years and love it.
Thanks for the reviews.
11:51 pm on June 8th, 2009
Kev, do you realize how much you talk over Annmarie when you put the video camera on her? It seems like she can’t get half a sentence out without you jumping back in. I’m really glad I discovered you guys, but wow, let the woman talk!
mark e
11:52 pm on June 8th, 2009
Great Show!
12:04 am on June 9th, 2009
Kevin! Glad I got to hug you .. nice to see you at RSF!
Jeff is so awesome, glad I got to meet him too.
See you at the next raw event in Cali!
deb
http://www.debbiedoesraw.blogspot.com
12:26 am on June 9th, 2009
Thanks for sharin, maybe next year!!
.
Our local “Midwest Raw Fest” Consciously Alive! Raw Foods Day Conference also raw’ked this weekend! see http://www.joelsfood.com First Raw Conference ever! in Indy and Cols., Ohio this past Sat/Sun. Got some local NPR radio time for Raw Foods and eco-nutrition in both cities.
The highlights were Joel’s amazing nut collared burritos, Shawna’s chocolate treats and Andy’s local wild greens eco-protein smoothies (aka “Polar Bear Love” smoothie),
Spreadin’ the love in the heartland, one diet at a time!! We are small, but we have vision
andy
12:40 am on June 9th, 2009
I missed it. I was busy living it up in Hawaii. I am starting to realize how great it is to be here eating raw, exercising, yoga swinging, bodysurfing with no fins, growing food, identifying and harvesting wild foods, and taking upright thinking to the next level. I’d like an event like that to come here, but it may not be as successful due to the isolation. I was thinking about you guys last night under the full moon. ALOHA!
1:18 am on June 9th, 2009
Great info! Thank you once again. I have been inspired once again by Kevin and Annmarie to go to the Raw Spirit festival.
LOVED the info about Jeff! Thank you for all your creativity and connections, that is one of the reasons I stay connected to your health show!
Sincerely, GayleJW
2:07 am on June 9th, 2009
Thanks for the overview. I really appreciate it. I couldn’t make this Raw Spirit Fest this year. I really wanted to go but my son’s graduation was the same weekend. How do I get my picture on here?
2:41 am on June 9th, 2009
hi rita, my video is stopping every 2 seconds, it is due to your internet connection been too slow, and yes kevin, let AMarie talk, i agree, she has lots to offer i feel it and i live in europe, so for me the rsf is not possible as it would be very expensive , why don”t you guys come here and create one many people would love it and thanks for the infos you deliver, and you 2 look so much better and very relax since on the road, anyway, love light laughter
2:44 am on June 9th, 2009
HI.. I think shaman shack was .info not .net..that is what I think I heard the Rawtographer said…
5:58 am on June 9th, 2009
Would be nice to attend a raw spirit fest someday but I live in florida, and traveling with 3 children all the way out there is just not feasible for us. Were there any kids at this event? Are there ever raw spirit fests occuring on the east coast? I also would love one of those hair clips Annmarie…where can I find one?
Blessings
7:06 am on June 9th, 2009
Sounds like you had a great time. Learned a lot. The community is growing. Awesome.
Hoping to attend the Rawfood Festival here in the east in the D.C. area. Ciao Cacao dear ones.
8:44 am on June 9th, 2009
Thanks guys as always for the updates and info. One suggestion, can you bring down the sound of your show when it starts. It is a low bass but very loud and it ruins all my headphone on my Iphone and it affects the computer speakers as well. Just a thought plus I think it is a harsh way to start such a nice show as yours.
10:11 am on June 9th, 2009
This is for Laura Sutton. There is a raw spirit fest this year for the first time in the Washington DC/Maryland area. It’s the last weekend in August. Here’s the website: http://www.rawspiritfest.com/
Once you get to the site, click on the EVENTS tab and you’ll see Washington DC listed and that’ll take you to more info about it.
I’ve been a bit frustrated about it not being mentioned or acknowledged in the raw food circles online I keep up with. The east coast just doesn’t get the attention the west coast does. So I’m glad you asked.
I intend to be there at least for one day of it.
10:21 am on June 9th, 2009
Annmarie,
I have your thick hair and no banana clip in the planet works for me…please any info on where to get this clip! Very pretty too:)
lcharps@hotmail.com
11:27 am on June 9th, 2009
Would like the hairclip information from my daughter. Thanks! Bee pollen looks delicious! Thank you for all the great info!
Wish I could have been there. Do you have a post where you are going to be in the coming months. lorrainelott@yahoo.com
1:16 pm on June 9th, 2009
Kevin and Annmarie,
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I just talked to Madhava and they are no longer carrying the Raw Agave..Do you have another source?
Thanks
Pamala
1:37 pm on June 9th, 2009
I 100% agree with Katrina Blair’s rhubarb cobbler. I had no idea that rhubarb could taste so good without being cooked. WOW!
Katrina puts an extra dose of Love in everything she makes, and you can taste it in every bite.
Lastly, it was wonderful meeting you guys. You have even better energy in person than on the tube. I promise I will post more and not be a “lurker” (as Kevin called me).
Matt
1:50 pm on June 9th, 2009
Really enjoyed the Fest and would also love to know who carried that hairclip- I didn’t see it!
I thought the setting in a campground was a bit dirty and dusty, would have enjoyed it a bit more if there was more grass. My kids had a ball and I barely saw them but they and their clothes were filthy at the end of each day.
The speakers were good (and Kevin you were SO patient as the previous speaker went on and on 20 minutes into your time, I think I was more annoyed than you and I would have liked more air time from you. You really have a commanding presence!) but I think Living Light Expo is the best for folks who really want good info from top notch leaders in this field. I didn’t feel like people were pushing their products so much over there. Kevin, will you be speaking there?
1:53 pm on June 9th, 2009
Awesome show! Love all the info. Sounds like sooo many beautiful souls all in one place. We wish we could have made it, maybe next year though.
Aloha and Love~
Chris and Sara
2:30 pm on June 9th, 2009
didn’t go but just want to say Rawtographer is HOT!
2:45 pm on June 9th, 2009
HI Kevin,
great videos, thanks. I went to Festival as well, it was great it. Kevin very specific question: my friend has a son 14 years old with Chronic Fatigue. She has been going to regular doctors but they don’t have a clue what to do with it. Now she is looking for alternative, holistic approach. Do you know anything or anybody who knows about CHRONIC FATIGUE ??? in kids??? You are so knowledgeble. Thank you for all your amazing staff you are doing – Love Monika
moniacolin@gmail.com
2:52 pm on June 9th, 2009
This is a test post – want to see how commenters can post a picture for their commenting
4:35 pm on June 9th, 2009
We had a great time at the Fest…looking forward to seeing you guys again at our next intersecting point along the consciousness and healthy living migration path of the Kale Whale….
Our Best,
Michael & Tracy
9:58 pm on June 9th, 2009
I too would like to know about the beautiful hair clip that AnnMarie found. Where can we get them? Oh, and I loved the show.
10:45 pm on June 9th, 2009
Aloha,
I wish I could have been there, but living in Hawaii makes it a little difficult to get to the mainland.
Maybe one day we will make it to one of the raw fests.
Thanks for the show!!
Kiani, I also live in Hawaii, Where do you live? I live on Oahu!
Can I ask where do you get your wild foods?
Warm Aloha’s
Cynthia
11:11 pm on June 9th, 2009
Glad you had a good time and bought good stuff at Raw Spirit.
I must agree with people who want to hear AnnMarie. When a person is introduced as a speaker, that person should be allowed to speak. Women no longer walk two steps behind the man in this enlightened age. Men need not walk two steps behind, either. Side by side is nice and loving.
12:30 am on June 10th, 2009
I am excited about attending my first Raw Spirit Festival coming to D.C. in August. However, I can’t seem to find any info about camping – specifically, the site lists campgrounds in the vicinity, but can you camp at the Festival site itself?
I’m bringing my 6 y.o. twins as it sounds like there are kid-friendly events. Am I correct?
Would love to hear from someone who’s gone before.
Thanks you guys…but I would have liked to know a little bit more about the festival itself–maybe seen some of the grounds in a video/etc. I do appreciate your telling us your fave products though.
Mary Kay
10:21 am on June 10th, 2009
What is the hair clip thing called or where can it be found? I would like to show it to some female friends.
12:29 pm on June 10th, 2009
nothing personal Kevin, but WAY TO GO MARK for bringing that to Kevins attention…I’m sure Ann Marie appreciated that! Carole
12:31 pm on June 10th, 2009
Who was the live blood guy again…can’t find him now in the site…anyone know? Carole
4:16 pm on June 10th, 2009
Hi all, I am Arianna Rose, the Volunteers Manager for the Raw Spirit Festivals. We are indeed coming to the East Coast August 29-30th. To answer Mary Kay, we do have a children’s program at each raw spirit festival – contact baerta@rawspirit.com The venue in Maryland is much smaller than Santa Barbara and so there is only camping available for volunteers. If you would like to be a volunteer please contact me at arianna@rawspirit.com Our East Coast Festival Manager is Rawbin Anderson, contact her at rawbin@rawspirit.com and keep checking the raw spirit website http://www.rawspiritfest.com Also we have a facebook page, just search for Raw Spirit Festival East Coast. Thank you to everyone who made this past weekend a wonderful one. Kevin and AnnMarie – love you guys and can’t wait to see you both again -
XO
Arianna
10:46 am on June 12th, 2009
Hey Kevin & AnnMarie
It was great seeing you at rawspirit fest. Hope to see you guys when you’re in Colorado or Texas. I had fun touring the kale whale keep up the great work! Hope you like making the chocolate kale spirulina brownies recipe I gave to you!
See you next time,
Chef Dina Knight
http://www.greenivore.net
12:13 pm on June 13th, 2009
Thanks for my own copy of “High Raw”. It is one of the treasures I took home from Raw Spirit. And loved hanging out with you guys. I was the chef for the volunteer dinner on Mon night and it went great with over 100 attendees.
RawSpirit was a life changing event for me. A little info gleamed from here and there, lots of great speakers (and they were always willing to answer questions and just sit and chat).
I highly recommend Raw Spirit. It’s the cutting edge.
Jia… “Celebrate Life!”
8:23 pm on June 13th, 2009
No, like most people I didn’t make it to the festival. So I’d suggest taking the raw scene to the national rainbow gathering (welcomehome.org) in New Mexico this year, surrounding the July 4th holiday, and to Burning Man in Nevada whenever that is, Aug i think. Neither of these gatherings would be hostile territory for you folks, at all. There’ll most likely be enough of “the choir” in attendance, then enough of those likely to “convert” (wake up to nature’s way, or approximating that) to make it worthwhile. I’d wager your summer itinerary is already set, so please consider this for next year.
4:20 pm on June 20th, 2009
Hello! Found your site while Googling “Rainbow Gathering raw vegan camps” but haven’t found the actual reference here… would you happen to know of any raw kitchens at the Rainbow Gathering in NM this year? Would love to volunteer at one, or at the least to meet up with other rawsome folks while I’m there! Thank you… I’ll look forward to returning to your wonderful website when I get back to a computer in a month or so.
PEACE.
Jeanette
6:38 pm on November 25th, 2009
Wish I could of made the East Coast Festival… Awesome site btw.