When drummers meet for the Nokomis Drum Circle
Finding a parking space is a miracle
Hundreds gather on the beach before sundown
People coming from near and out of town
The Shaman draws a large circle in the sand
Decorated with shells and flowers by a helping hand
Giving blessings and blowing his sea shell
All watchers present are under the spell
He walks around with the smoking cleansing sage
Anyone can join the circle and is welcomed at any age
After the ceremony, the drummers begin to play
Once you hear the beat, you just have to stay
Drumming rapidly and waiting for the setting sun
When it sets, it's time for dancing an having fun
Some drummers and dancers like to teach
Making the circle complete on Nokomis Beach
This weekly celebration takes place at Casey Key Beach in Nokomis, Florida. It starts about an hour before sundown and depending on the weather, it can draw over 1,000 spectators. They come and sit on blankets or beach chairs, drinking wine or beer, participate by dancing and watching the sun set. Young and old.
The Saturday night we were there was exceptionally cold and windy. We brought a picnic dinner and our beach chairs, but didn't see a sunset due to the cloudy evening. The crowd broke up early because of the chill but Andy and I do plan on going back when the weather is a little warmer.
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