October 2 at 3:00 pm to October 4 at 3:00 pm
This event is inclusive to all those identifying as women.
Planning will be starting soon!
The best place for joining the planning and finding out information and the proposed schedule is the OSS Sisters of the Sanctuary Facebook Group.
September 26 at 3:30 pm to 11:00 pm
All are invited to Lunar Gatherings at Oak Spirit Sanctuary. They are family friendly and FREE.
If you are new to OSS, attending a Lunar is a great way to “dip your toe” into events at OSS and visit the land.
Lunars are generally scheduled during the waxing moon phase on a Saturday closest to the upcoming full moon during months OSS is not hosting a larger, ticketed event. Some Lunars may occur on a New Moon, depending on the year.
Lunars are a one-day event with an afternoon class from the OSS educational series: “A Year and A Day,” for training and information in basic Neo-Pagan topics.
Class is followed by a pot-luck dinner. Please bring a pot-luck dish suitable for about 10 to 12 people with an ingredients list.
Ritual follows the Pot-Luck dinner
After the ritual, merriment and camaraderie around the evening bonfire complete the night’s observances. Bring your drums and acoustic instruments, and (adult) beverages of your choice.
If you would like to camp overnight, please visit the Camping Information and Registration page for more information. You may also register and pay for camping the day of the Lunar. Simply let OSS personnel know and they will help you out!
Schedule:
4:30– 5:30: Year and A Day class
6:00: Community Potluck Meal
7:30: Ritual
Post-ritual: Community time around the fire
Note: OSS welcomes guest presenters. If you or your group are interested in presenting a community-oriented ritual at OSS, please contact us at info@oakspiritsanctuary.org
Sometimes, Lunar Gatherings coincide with OSS Work Days. Joining in for the work day is welcome but optional. If you work at the work day, camping is free for the evening.
September 19 at 9:30 am to 5:00 pm
Our Volunteer Days at Oak Spirit Sanctuary are a wonderful ways to help with the Sanctuary’s upkeep, prepare for events and a great way to get to know others in OSS community. Working together is a great way to build connections and support our Sanctuary.
There will be jobs and or projects for everyone regardless of capabilities. Please don’t think because you can’t do heavy lifting or swing an ax there is no way to contribute.
Attendees are asked to check in with the work day lead, immediately upon arrival to the property. Be sure to sign the attendance book. (If you are new, ask anyone who has been to OSS before to show you where!)
A simple meal is provided by OSS for lunch for most work days unless otherwise indicated. If you have food sensitivities, you may wish to bring your own lunch.
Overnight camping is free for the day you participate in a work weekend.
Volunteering for the day earns a $5.00 digital voucher. Vouchers up to half off the registration price may be used for any OSS ticketed events or camping fees. (Does not apply to outside events hosted at OSS.) Please remember to sign the attendance book so your attendance is recorded to be sure to get a digital voucher.
Please Note: Winter Volunteer Days generally focus on our Retreat Center, but this will be contingent on winter weather conditions. Cancellations due to inclement weather will be announced here and on OSS’s social media pages.
Volunteer Days are an Opportunity to Visit Oak Spirit Sanctuary
If you are new to OSS and would like to visit and explore the property, these scheduled Volunteer Days provide a great opportunity to visit as there are folks present on the land, available to answer any questions you may have. You are free to visit without any obligation to participate in the Volunteer Day. For day visits, please plan to leave at the conclusion of the work day, unless you have registered for camping. (We also encourage first time visitors to come to any of our other events, of course!)
All are welcome!
September 4 at 3:00 pm to September 7 at 5:00 pm
This special event is a favorite of many at Oak Spirit Sanctuary. A homecoming for Oak Spirits and for new and old friends alike!
This family friendly festival includes long standing OSS traditions like our Triple Goddess Grape Stomp, the annual chili cook-off contest, as well as our annual church meeting on Sunday.
Programming runs Friday to Sunday evening with a “casual camping” Monday, with no scheduled programming, for those who wish to stay over until Labor Day.
Please read this entire event page. This will be the place with the most complete event information. This page will be updated so come back to check it!
August 29 at 9:30 am to August 30 at 3:00 pm
Our Volunteer Days at Oak Spirit Sanctuary are a wonderful ways to help with the Sanctuary’s upkeep, prepare for events and a great way to get to know others in OSS community. Working together is a great way to build connections and support our Sanctuary.
There will be jobs and or projects for everyone regardless of capabilities. Please don’t think because you can’t do heavy lifting or swing an ax there is no way to contribute.
Attendees are asked to check in with the work day lead, immediately upon arrival to the property. Be sure to sign the attendance book. (If you are new, ask anyone who has been to OSS before to show you where!)
A simple meal is provided by OSS for lunch for most work days unless otherwise indicated. If you have food sensitivities, you may wish to bring your own lunch.
Overnight camping is free for the day you participate in a work weekend.
Volunteering for the day earns a $5.00 digital voucher. Vouchers up to half off the registration price may be used for any OSS ticketed events or camping fees. (Does not apply to outside events hosted at OSS.) Please remember to sign the attendance book so your attendance is recorded to be sure to get a digital voucher.
Please Note: Winter Volunteer Days generally focus on our Retreat Center, but this will be contingent on winter weather conditions. Cancellations due to inclement weather will be announced here and on OSS’s social media pages.
Volunteer Days are an Opportunity to Visit Oak Spirit Sanctuary
If you are new to OSS and would like to visit and explore the property, these scheduled Volunteer Days provide a great opportunity to visit as there are folks present on the land, available to answer any questions you may have. You are free to visit without any obligation to participate in the Volunteer Day. For day visits, please plan to leave at the conclusion of the work day, unless you have registered for camping. (We also encourage first time visitors to come to any of our other events, of course!)
All are welcome!
August 8 at 9:30 am to 3:00 pm
Our Volunteer Days at Oak Spirit Sanctuary are a wonderful ways to help with the Sanctuary’s upkeep, prepare for events and a great way to get to know others in OSS community. Working together is a great way to build connections and support our Sanctuary.
There will be jobs and or projects for everyone regardless of capabilities. Please don’t think because you can’t do heavy lifting or swing an ax there is no way to contribute.
Attendees are asked to check in with the work day lead, immediately upon arrival to the property. Be sure to sign the attendance book. (If you are new, ask anyone who has been to OSS before to show you where!)
A simple meal is provided by OSS for lunch for most work days unless otherwise indicated. If you have food sensitivities, you may wish to bring your own lunch.
Overnight camping is free for the day you participate in a work weekend.
Volunteering for the day earns a $5.00 digital voucher. Vouchers up to half off the registration price may be used for any OSS ticketed events or camping fees. (Does not apply to outside events hosted at OSS.) Please remember to sign the attendance book so your attendance is recorded to be sure to get a digital voucher.
Please Note: Winter Volunteer Days generally focus on our Retreat Center, but this will be contingent on winter weather conditions. Cancellations due to inclement weather will be announced here and on OSS’s social media pages.
Volunteer Days are an Opportunity to Visit Oak Spirit Sanctuary
If you are new to OSS and would like to visit and explore the property, these scheduled Volunteer Days provide a great opportunity to visit as there are folks present on the land, available to answer any questions you may have. You are free to visit without any obligation to participate in the Volunteer Day. For day visits, please plan to leave at the conclusion of the work day, unless you have registered for camping. (We also encourage first time visitors to come to any of our other events, of course!)
All are welcome!
July 25 at 3:30 pm to 11:00 pm
All are invited to Lunar Gatherings at Oak Spirit Sanctuary. They are family friendly and FREE.
If you are new to OSS, attending a Lunar is a great way to “dip your toe” into events at OSS and visit the land.
Lunars are generally scheduled during the waxing moon phase on a Saturday closest to the upcoming full moon during months OSS is not hosting a larger, ticketed event. Some Lunars may occur on a New Moon, depending on the year.
Lunars are a one-day event with an afternoon class from the OSS educational series: “A Year and A Day,” for training and information in basic Neo-Pagan topics.
Class is followed by a pot-luck dinner. Please bring a pot-luck dish suitable for about 10 to 12 people with an ingredients list.
Ritual follows the Pot-Luck dinner
After the ritual, merriment and camaraderie around the evening bonfire complete the night’s observances. Bring your drums and acoustic instruments, and (adult) beverages of your choice.
If you would like to camp overnight, please visit the Camping Information and Registration page for more information. You may also register and pay for camping the day of the Lunar. Simply let OSS personnel know and they will help you out!
Schedule:
4:30– 5:30: Year and A Day class
6:00: Community Potluck Meal
7:30: Ritual
Post-ritual: Community time around the fire
Note: OSS welcomes guest presenters. If you or your group are interested in presenting a community-oriented ritual at OSS, please contact us at info@oakspiritsanctuary.org
Sometimes, Lunar Gatherings coincide with OSS Work Days. Joining in for the work day is welcome but optional. If you work at the work day, camping is free for the evening.
July 18 at 9:30 am to 3:00 pm
Our Volunteer Days at Oak Spirit Sanctuary are a wonderful ways to help with the Sanctuary’s upkeep, prepare for events and a great way to get to know others in OSS community. Working together is a great way to build connections and support our Sanctuary.
There will be jobs and or projects for everyone regardless of capabilities. Please don’t think because you can’t do heavy lifting or swing an ax there is no way to contribute.
Attendees are asked to check in with the work day lead, immediately upon arrival to the property. Be sure to sign the attendance book. (If you are new, ask anyone who has been to OSS before to show you where!)
A simple meal is provided by OSS for lunch for most work days unless otherwise indicated. If you have food sensitivities, you may wish to bring your own lunch.
Overnight camping is free for the day you participate in a work weekend.
Volunteering for the day earns a $5.00 digital voucher. Vouchers up to half off the registration price may be used for any OSS ticketed events or camping fees. (Does not apply to outside events hosted at OSS.) Please remember to sign the attendance book so your attendance is recorded to be sure to get a digital voucher.
Volunteer Days are an Opportunity to Visit Oak Spirit Sanctuary
If you are new to OSS and would like to visit and explore the property, these scheduled Volunteer Days provide a great opportunity to visit as there are folks present on the land, available to answer any questions you may have. You are free to visit without any obligation to participate in the Volunteer Day. For day visits, please plan to leave at the conclusion of the work day, unless you have registered for camping. (We also encourage first time visitors to come to any of our other events, of course!)
All are welcome!
July 4 at 9:30 am to 5:00 pm
Our Volunteer Days at Oak Spirit Sanctuary are a wonderful ways to help with the Sanctuary’s upkeep, prepare for events and a great way to get to know others in OSS community. Working together is a great way to build connections and support our Sanctuary.
There will be jobs and or projects for everyone regardless of capabilities. Please don’t think because you can’t do heavy lifting or swing an ax there is no way to contribute.
Attendees are asked to check in with the work day lead, immediately upon arrival to the property. Be sure to sign the attendance book. (If you are new, ask anyone who has been to OSS before to show you where!)
A simple meal is provided by OSS for lunch for most work days unless otherwise indicated. If you have food sensitivities, you may wish to bring your own lunch.
Overnight camping is free for the day you participate in a work weekend.
Volunteering for the day earns a $5.00 digital voucher. Vouchers up to half off the registration price may be used for any OSS ticketed events or camping fees. (Does not apply to outside events hosted at OSS.) Please remember to sign the attendance book so your attendance is recorded to be sure to get a digital voucher.
Volunteer Days are an Opportunity to Visit Oak Spirit Sanctuary
If you are new to OSS and would like to visit and explore the property, these scheduled Volunteer Days provide a great opportunity to visit as there are folks present on the land, available to answer any questions you may have. You are free to visit without any obligation to participate in the Volunteer Day. For day visits, please plan to leave at the conclusion of the work day, unless you have registered for camping. (We also encourage first time visitors to come to any of our other events, of course!)
If you would like to camp and enjoy the bonfire in the evening but unable to attend the Volunteer Day, camping fees apply. See the camping information section of our website for more details and rates.
Questions?? Email us at info@oakspiritsanctuary.org
All are welcome!
June 20 at 8:00 am to 11:00 pm
This event is co-sponsored by the Ida Plainsmen and Oak Spirit Sanctuary.
More information to come. Stay Tuned!
June 13 at 9:30 am to 3:00 pm
Our Volunteer Days at Oak Spirit Sanctuary are a wonderful ways to help with the Sanctuary’s upkeep, prepare for events and a great way to get to know others in OSS community. Working together is a great way to build connections and support our Sanctuary.
There will be jobs and or projects for everyone regardless of capabilities. Please don’t think because you can’t do heavy lifting or swing an ax there is no way to contribute.
Attendees are asked to check in with the work day lead, immediately upon arrival to the property. Be sure to sign the attendance book. (If you are new, ask anyone who has been to OSS before to show you where!)
A simple meal is provided by OSS for lunch for most work days unless otherwise indicated. If you have food sensitivities, you may wish to bring your own lunch.
Overnight camping is free for the day you participate in a work weekend.
Volunteering for the day earns a $5.00 digital voucher. Vouchers up to half off the registration price may be used for any OSS ticketed events or camping fees. (Does not apply to outside events hosted at OSS.) Please remember to sign the attendance book so your attendance is recorded to be sure to get a digital voucher.
Volunteer Days are an Opportunity to Visit Oak Spirit Sanctuary
If you are new to OSS and would like to visit and explore the property, these scheduled Volunteer Days provide a great opportunity to visit as there are folks present on the land, available to answer any questions you may have. You are free to visit without any obligation to participate in the Volunteer Day. For day visits, please plan to leave at the conclusion of the work day, unless you have registered for camping. (We also encourage first time visitors to come to any of our other events, of course!)
All are welcome!
May 22 at 8:00 am to May 25 at 5:00 pm
This is an outside rental taking place at Oak Spirit Sanctuary. During this outside rental access to the land is restrict to attendees of that event. All information and registration is available from the event’s website.
Please visit:
May 16 at 9:30 am to 5:00 pm
Our Volunteer Days at Oak Spirit Sanctuary are a wonderful ways to help with the Sanctuary’s upkeep, prepare for events and a great way to get to know others in OSS community. Working together is a great way to build connections and support our Sanctuary.
There will be jobs and or projects for everyone regardless of capabilities. Please don’t think because you can’t do heavy lifting or swing an ax there is no way to contribute.
Attendees are asked to check in with the work day lead, immediately upon arrival to the property. Be sure to sign the attendance book. (If you are new, ask anyone who has been to OSS before to show you where!)
A simple meal is provided by OSS for lunch for most work days unless otherwise indicated. If you have food sensitivities, you may wish to bring your own lunch.
Overnight camping is free for the day you participate in a work weekend.
Volunteering for the day earns a $5.00 digital voucher. Vouchers up to half off the registration price may be used for any OSS ticketed events or camping fees. (Does not apply to outside events hosted at OSS.) Please remember to sign the attendance book so your attendance is recorded to be sure to get a digital voucher.
Volunteer Days are an Opportunity to Visit Oak Spirit Sanctuary
If you are new to OSS and would like to visit and explore the property, these scheduled Volunteer Days provide a great opportunity to visit as there are folks present on the land, available to answer any questions you may have. You are free to visit without any obligation to participate in the Volunteer Day. For day visits, please plan to leave at the conclusion of the work day, unless you have registered for camping. (We also encourage first time visitors to come to any of our other events, of course!)
All are welcome!
May 9 at 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Join us for Family Beltane at Oak Spirit Sanctuary!
There is no admission fee for this event.
More information to come as planning continues!
April 25 at 9:30 am to April 26 at 5:00 pm
Our Volunteer Weekends at Oak Spirit Sanctuary are a wonderful ways to help with the Sanctuary’s upkeep, prepare for events and a great way to get to know others in OSS community. Working together is a great way to build connections and support our Sanctuary.
This weekend we will meet on Saturday and Sunday.
There will be jobs and or projects for everyone regardless of capabilities. Please don’t think because you can’t do heavy lifting or swing an ax there is no way to contribute.
Attendees are asked to check in with the work day lead, immediately upon arrival to the property. Be sure to sign the attendance book. (If you are new, ask anyone who has been to OSS before to show you where!)
A simple meal is provided by OSS for lunch for most work days unless otherwise indicated. If you have food sensitivities, you may wish to bring your own lunch.
Overnight camping is free for the day you participate in a work weekend.
Volunteering each day earns a $5.00 digital voucher. Vouchers up to half off the registration price may be used for any OSS ticketed events or camping fees. (Does not apply to outside events hosted at OSS.) Please remember to sign the attendance book so your attendance is recorded to be sure to get a digital voucher.
Please Note: Winter Volunteer Days generally focus on our Retreat Center, but this will be contingent on winter weather conditions. Cancellations due to inclement weather will be announced here and on OSS’s social media pages.
Volunteer Days are an Opportunity to Visit Oak Spirit Sanctuary
If you are new to OSS and would like to visit and explore the property, these scheduled Volunteer Days provide a great opportunity to visit as there are folks present on the land, available to answer any questions you may have. You are free to visit without any obligation to participate in the Volunteer Day. For day visits, please plan to leave at the conclusion of the work day, unless you have registered for camping. (We also encourage first time visitors to come to any of our other events, of course!)
All are welcome!
