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2023 Ale Information

The 43rd Annual Midwest Morris Ale

Hosted by Minnesota Traditional Morris

and other Minnesota teams!

May 26 – 29, 2023  *  Memorial Day Weekend

Hudson, Wisconsin 

 

Registration will open in March!

Welcome

The 2023 Midwest Morris Ale will be held at Camp St. Croix, a beautiful facility on the “Wisconsin side” of the St. Croix River, about 1 hour east of Minneapolis and St. Paul. There will be both indoor and outdoor spaces for dancing and workshops. 

The Midwest Morris Ale is committed to having a safe and fun event for all participants. In response to feedback from the community regarding safety concerns, the Board and Ale planning teams have made modifications to the “usual” Ale schedule to ensure this. Please take the time to check out the schedule, accommodations, and activities. 

COVID-19 Update and Safety

The MWMA has adopted a COVID-19 policy for the 2023 Ale. The short version:

  • All attendees must provide proof of up-to-date vaccination (including booster shots), either during registration or at the door 
  • Attendees getting picked up at the airport will take a rapid antigen test at the airport before transport to the Ale site
  • All attendees will take a rapid antigen test upon arrival at Bethel Horizons, and another rapid antigen test during the weekend
  • CDC recommendations for masking will be followed

The MWMA COVID-19 Policy was developed to follow CDC guidance, which changes to adapt to pandemic conditions. Please see our COVID page for more details.

Schedule, Tours, and Activities

The 2023 Midwest Morris Ale will feature some of our favorite activities, including tours, workshops, and skit night. We are also planning a couple of special activities for this year. Check our Activities page for updates on the full weekend schedule.

Housing and Registration

More information coming soon about registration for MWMA 2023 and housing options at Camp St. Croix. Several nearby hotels (with use of a day pass) are also an option.

Meals will be provided by the camp kitchen, with seating space in the indoor dining hall. We are working on an option for outdoor dining space. You will have an option to specify your dietary needs and preferences when you register.

Mass dances

We plan to teach the mass dances online prior to the Ale and add to our collection of teaching videos. We will also review the mass dances on Friday night of the Ale. For more information, visit our Mass Dances page (info coming soon).

Shirts

This year, shirts will be available by pre-order online. Order ahead and get your shirt shipped to your house in time to bring it to the Ale. More info coming soon.

Financial Aid

The Midwest Morris Ale provides financial aid to community members for whom the cost of attending an Ale is a hardship. This is made possible through the generous donations of other members of the community. There is no age restriction or skill requirement. To learn more about financial aid and apply, visit our financial aid page. 

Venue and Travel

For more information about travel, COVID-19 testing on arrival, and the Camp St. Croix site, please check out our page on Venue and Travel. Also included – Packing List! 

Silent Auction

Bring something cool for the silent auction …

 

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