North America Clan MacNicol


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Motto: "Meminisse sed Providere" (Remember but Look Forward)

  


   

OUR CHIEF

John MacNeacail of MacNeacail and Scorrybreac and his wife, Jenni

John MacNeacail of MacNeacail and Scorrybreac, Chief of the Highland Clan MacNeacail... 

     Clan MacNeacail is a very ancient highland clan based on the Isle of Skye, a society which is very active today. The clan now has a strong membership in British Isles, Australasia, and North America. Its Clan Societies around the world are members of The Highland Clan MacNeacail Federation. Clan newsletters are published in Australia and North America.

    John became Chief on the death of his father, Iain, in October 2003. He resides in Ballina, NSW (New South Wales), with his wife, Jenni, and they have two sons, the Clan Tanist, Luke, born in Canberra in 1979, and Adam, born in Pambula, in 1983.

    As Skye traditions strongly suggest that there are twenty eight MacNeacail Chiefs buried on St. Columba's Island, Scotland, and assuming that the last or 28 Chief to be buried there was Donald, who died about 1825 and the last chief to die in Skye... John should be considered the 34th Chief

  

 


 

Clan MacNicol of North America

 North American Society was formed for the continued promotion and preservation of  the heritage of the Clan MacNicol. It is a part of an international society with branches around the world; in North America, Australasia, and Scotland. All are dedicated to preserving and promoting our common heritage and culture. 

 The Society does more than preserve history. It actively promotes, fosters and encourages the family spirit of the Clan MacNicol (Nicholson) among its members around the world through social association and friendship among the members of the Society and Clan.

 

 

Clan MacNicol of North America

Is dedicated to informing and educating members of the society about both their clan history and culture.  The Society as it is constituted around the world is also dedicated to preserving Clan MacNicol history in the North America, Australasia and Scotland. 

 The Society participates in Highland games across North America. The main purpose of this activity is to promote the clan and Scottish culture-the other reason is because it is fun.
 To illustrate our dedication to preserving our heritage, the Clan MacNicol Federation has successfully raised funds to purchase back and maintain Clan lands in Scotland for the greater Clan use at International gatherings and upon visits by individual members to the clan’s homeland on the Isle of Skye in Scotland.

In Kinship,

The Highland Clan MacNicol Society and Federation! 

 

Worldwide Gathering Oct 2012

DO NOT MISS this opportunity to be a part of our Clan MacNicol Worldwide Gathering and to visit all the wonders of Launceston and Tasmania.

Make YOUR plans to be there in 2012.  Register NOW!!

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Clan MacNicol Worldwide Gathering 2012

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston  12th – 14th October 2012.

Established in 1806, Launceston is Australia’s third oldest city and a major gateway to Tasmania. Launceston is the ideal base for visiting the cool-climate vineyards of the Tamar Valley.  From Launceston you can also explore various national parks, historical villages and grand National Trust properties.

Launceston’s weather is similar to the south of France, with an average maximum of 23 degrees Celsius in January and 11.5 degrees Celsius in June.

It is 198 Kilometres (123 miles) or 2.5 hours drive north of Hobart.

Launceston is serviced by three airlines Qantas, Jetstar and Virgin Blue, being only a 45 minute flight from Melbourne.

It has beautiful old buildings and streetscapes dating from early Colonial and convict times to Georgian and Victorian eras. A wine lovers and foodie's paradise, Launceston is made for losing yourself - in exploration, romance and adventure,by land, air, river or sea.

Accommodation Conference rates are offered for pre and post stays of up to 3 days either side.
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Rates can be accessed under the conference name (Clan MacNicol Worldwide Gathering 2012) by contacting Reservations at Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston:  

Ph +61 (3) 6334 3434

or  reservations@hgclaunceston.com.au This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Deluxe Twin or  Deluxe King for 2 Adults, Room Only, $155.00 per day.

Or there are many alternative accommodation choices available in the area to cater for all styles, taste and cost. Further details will be provided.

Launceston Show is 11th October, 2 days of Clan meetings, Tours, Gala Dinner and Ceilidh, Casual BBQ, Sunday Kirkin and Picnic at Campbell Town, settlement town for the Chief and Nicolsons in the 1800’s. Longford country Show is October 21st , plus there is so much to see and do in Tasmania all within easy access from Launceston.

DO NOT MISS this opportunity to be a part of our Clan MacNicol Worldwide Gathering and to visit the wonders of Launceston and Tasmania, make YOUR plans to be there in 2012 NOW!!

Further details contact: Secretary PO Box 243 GYMEA NSW 2227 Australia malnico [at] bigpond.com

 


 

'S gann gun dirich mi chaoidh
(It is unlikely that I will climb again)

Young MacNeacail 2014!

  Hello Everyone!

This message is to inform you that we have began the organization of the Clan gathering of 2014!
I would like to invite you to visit our new group on facebook called : Young MacNeacail 2014
If you know the email address of other members who may be interested between the ages of 1 to 40, please let me know!
Your comments are more than welcome and much appreciated.
Thank you kindly.

Respectfully yours,

Kathy McNicoll

Catch Kathy on Facebook's Young MacNeacail 2014 !