This is a list for otherkin in the western US, mainly California, Oregon, and Washington (but also Nevada, Idaho, Utah and Arizona). All types of 'kin are welcome: faery, elves, sidhe, pixies, Tuatha de Danann, dragons, elementals, demons, angels, celestials, satyrs, gryphons, etc.

All new members are moderated. This is just to prevent spam, trolls, etc. Once you make a legitimate post or two so it's clear you are a genuine interested person, you will be set to auto-approve.

This list is not a place for targeted ads. If you run a store, have an Etsy shop, etc., it's OK to post about it once in a while, but please don't make that your only participation onlist.

Part of the purpose of this list is to draw together the western 'kin community socially. Therefore, it's okay to chat about things that are not specifically related to otherkin, from cooking to car repair. However, such posts should have some context. Tell us why you thought something was cool, or bring up a point you'd like to discuss. Or just say that you felt like chatting. But posting random snippets of non-otherkin-related things with no explanation whatsoever is frowned upon.

Sub-region lists we are aware of:
SoCalKin (southern CA)
Nor_Cal_Otherkin (northern CA)
Norwes_Kin (WA/OR)
pdx_otherkin (Portland, OR)
portlandorelfkin (Portland, OR)

Please visit Arethinn's site for information on gathers happening on the west coast. See also SF Bay Otherkin Meetup if you're in that area. (last updated 2/28/12)