LIBRARY
The LIBRARY is open at each meeting to members only. There is a large selection of books and other related subjects as well as copies of interstate and overseas dowsers society publications, all of which can be borrowed by members for a small fee and a deposit. the deposit is refunded in full on return of the book in good condition.
We recommend that members use the library facilities to further their knowledge of dowsing and its applications. In this way you will obtain more pleasure and usefulness from your dowsing skills. Donations of suitable books are always welcome as the Society is constantly striving to expand this service for its members. Out-of-town members should also enquire about the availability and cost of hiring library books.
The Librarian is always happy to advise and assist any member select a suitable book, so please ask--it’s your library!
OUR PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE
In 1984 a small group of enthusiastic amateur and professional dowsers met in Sydney to form the Dowsers Society of New South Wales as a non-profit organization. Now dowsers in NSW for the first time had a forum where they could express their views, share their knowledge and learn from others. The Society began on a sound basis with the publication of a set of Objectives, Rules and a Code of Ethics. Within a few months the first Newsletter was published and a small library established.
Regular speakers and field days stimulated interest and membership quickly grew showing that the Society was fulfilling a long-felt need. It was then decided to hold meetings more frequently - monthly instead of quarterly. Over the next few years membership continued to expand until in early 1989 the Society was advised to apply for incorporation. This was done, and the Society then became the Dowsers Society of NSW Inc.
Today the Society has grown considerably from those small beginnings and its present vigorous, healthy state has been built on the efforts of past members who have strong support to the Society. Membership numbers have increased greatly in recent years and today (late 1993) membership fluctuates around the 100 mark. A lively, interesting Newsletter posted out monthly to all members (some interstate and overseas) helps keep everyone in touch with what is going on.
For the future we need new members who will bring their energy and enthusiasm to help us further our knowledge and practice of dowsing. There are all kinds of exciting new developments and discoveries being explored in dowsing--we invite you to come and explore with us. We can all learn together.
We could do well to heed the words of the eminent scientist and Nobel Prize winner, Professor Charles Richet, who said:
“Dowsing is a fact we must accept. Don’t experiment to find out whether it is so. It is so! Go ahead and develop it!”
DOWSERS SOCIETY OF NSW (AUSTRALIA) INC.
Dowsing - A way to open new doors in your life.
THE ART OF DOWSING
WHAT IS DOWSING?
There are many different answers to this question but a simple one is: “Dowsing is a means of obtaining information unknown to you at that time by using a Pendulum”. A Pendulum is simply a weight on the end of a short string. There are, of course, many variations on the type of pendulum or instrument used in dowsing.
CAN I LEARN TO DOWSE?
Yes you can! Of course as with any skill, aptitude varies and some will learn faster than others. All that you need is practice and patience. The rudimentary skills of dowsing can be learned very quickly and most people can begin to use a pendulum almost immediately after a short instructional lesson. With regular practice you will be amazed at how quickly your ability to get help or advice through the pendulum develops, in whatever area of life you choose to use it. The Society’s meetings are a useful place for learning different techniques and exchanging ideas in a pleasant friendly atmosphere.
CAN I ATTEND A SEMINAR ON DOWSING?
Yes the Society runs one or more seminars a year . They are held on a weekend and are moderately priced. The seminars are always popular and are open to both members and non-members.
AM I TOO OLD/YOUNG TO LEARN?
No! We have people of both sexes and all ages in the Society. Ring us and come to our next meeting - you will be most welcome as our guest.
WHAT CAN I USE IT FOR?
Dowsing can be of assistance in probably all areas of your life such as: Helping you find lost objects; locating faults in equipment; testing food or pesticides and freshness; detecting harmful radiations in and around your home; selecting the right job or career; and finding underground water or pipes. These are only a fraction of the many uses for dowsing - the list is almost endless.
IS DOWSING EXPENSIVE?
Not at all. The equipment needed is a pendulum which can be made form a length of string and a weight - even an old key will do. The other commonly used dowsing instrument is an angle rod made from fencing wire. What could be more simple or low cost! Or you can buy a pendulum from the Society for just a few dollars.
HAS DOWSING BEEN AROUND FOR LONG?
Yes, dowsing has been around for as long as man has had any curiosity about this world. Throughout history we find we find many examples of its use. For example: there are records from Ancient Egypt showing people using pendulums and in the 15th and 16th centuries German dowsers were used successfully in England to locate minerals. During the Vietnam war U.S. Marines were trained with considerable success to detect Viet Cong tunnels which until then had been difficult to find using modern methods. Today dowsing is recognized and used by many scientists and doctors in all parts of the world.
Dowsing can enlarge your world and your consciousness of it, in any direction you choose by tapping into the mysterious, hidden energies in and around us. There is, of course much more to learn about the art and practice of dowsing than we have covered here. All of the above answers are brief and simplified and are meant only to give you some basic information about the talent that almost everyone has. As a Society member you can take part in any of the regular free practical learning sessions held at the monthly meetings.
MEMBERSHIP FEES
Membership is open to everyone and costs:
$10 for a once only Joining Fee plus an Annual Membership Fee of
$25 for Individuals
$30 for a Family
$20 for full Pensioners
Membership fees cover the calender year i.e. from the 1st of January, and must be paid not later than March when our AGM is held.
New members who join
-after 30 June - half fees for that year
-after 31 October - full fees which include next year.
The membership fee includes the cost of the NEWSLETTER posted monthly to all financial members.
VISITORS ARE ALSO WELCOME AT ANY OF OUR MEETINGS.
There is no charge for your first visit but donations are always welcome to help defray costs.
MEETINGS
Meetings are held at 2:00 p.m. on the 3rd Sunday of each month at:
Gladesville Road Community Centre
44 Gladesville Road
HUNTERS HILL
EXCEPT for occasional Field days and Public Holiday weekends. You should check by telephone or letter to confirm where the next meeting is to be held.
Our Postal Address is:
Dowsers Society of NSW Inc.
P.O.Box 391
LINDFIELD NSW 2070
Telephone enquiries: (02) 636 4686 or (047) 512 904
Details of the next month’s meeting with Guest Speaker’s name and subject are published in the Newsletter which is sent each month to every member or the information is available by contacting the Secretary.
We usually have a guest speaker who may talk about dowsing or any one of a wide range of related topics.
The following are some of the topics our speakers have covered at recent meetings:
Dowsing - How does it work?
Crystal & Sacred Geometry
Radionics and exploring our belief structure
Coastal pollution - the Red Tide
Dowsing practices - Video and demonstration
A Consulting Engineer’s experiences in water dowsing
Matter and Anti-matter by a Physics Professor
Many other interesting topics.
The talk is followed by afternoon tea, for which there is no charge, where everyone has an opportunity to talk and exchange ideas in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
The remaining time is usually spent answering questions relating to the talk or to a demonstration of some practical aspects of dowsing. The meeting usually closes about 5:00 p.m.
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