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! 

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.

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!

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.

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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!

This event is co-sponsored by the Ida Plainsmen and Oak Spirit Sanctuary.

More information to come. Stay Tuned!

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. 

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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! 

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:

Temple Scarlet

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! 

Join us for Family Beltane at Oak Spirit Sanctuary!

There is no admission fee for this event.

More information to come as planning continues!

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! 

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.

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.

Join us this weekend for Ostara!

Planning is underway! More information to come soon.

	Early Registration Ending 2/15	Regular Pricing Ending 3/15	Gate Pricing
Full Event	$35.00	$45.00	$55.00
Day Pass	$20.00	$20.00	$25.00

Work vouchers may be used for discounts up to half off the entry price. Work vouchers are transferable to others. Please contact info@oakspiritsanctuary.org to receive a special code to use your vouchers.

OSS can accept cash or card payments. 

Saturday Day Pass: Arrive as early as 9:00 when gate opens. Must leave event by Saturday night, midnight.

There is no entry to this event without paid registration.

Registration (OPENS 1/26/2026)

When online registration is closed, at-the-gate registration will be available. When you arrive, come to the registration area and check-in.

1/26/2026: Registration opens with an early discount for 3 weeks

2/15/2026: Pricing changes to regular price available for 4 weeks

3/15/2026: Online registration ends. At-the Gate registration will be available for the full weekend and day passes.

Vendors

Vending for merchants and crafts people is available at this event. There is no extra fee for vending with your paid registration, but OSS asks for a donation of an item for the art raffle. Please plan on registering online and filling out the vendor application below rather than “at the gate” registration.

Gate Hours

Gate will open on Friday at 3:00 and close at 9:00 PM Friday and Saturday nights. No entries from 9:00 pm unless other arrangements have been made by contacting info@oakspiritsanctuary.org. 

Although the gate is closed at 9:00 PM, this is for entries and anyone can leave the property at any time.

Gate opens at 9:00 am Saturday and Sunday mornings. Event closes at 3:00 PM Sunday.
If you are attending with a Saturday Day Pass, you must leave by midnight.

Overnight Stays at this Event

Camping on the land is included with this event. Please be prepared for any kind of weather event.

If you wish to reserve space inside the retreat center for sleeping, this is an additional fee of $10. per person. This is on a first come/ first served basis. There will be an “add-on” option when you register. Only choose this if your request for retreat space has been approved.

You will need to email info@oakspiritsanctuary.org to request sleeping space and check on availability.

You will need to bring your own sleeping set-up: cot, inflatable air mattress, and all bed linens/ pillows. You may use the kitchen for the preparation of your food.

The Basics of Camping at OSS

The grounds of OSS are open and do not have designated camping sites as one might expect at a state park campground. You may camp anywhere that is not a ritual or community space.  Tent, pull-behind campers, and drivable camping vehicles are all allowed.

Camping is rustic: there are no electric or water hook-ups, no flush toilets.  Porta-potties are available on site. Frog Bog (shower house) will be in operation for this event. 

OSS does not offer trash disposal services. Please plan to remove your own trash and recycling.

Pets may attend but must be leashed and under control at all times.

Natural Laws of Oak Spirit Sanctuary

We strongly recommend reading through the “Natural Laws” document to become familiar with the basic policies regarding land use and personal conduct when visiting and camping at OSS.

Accessibility 

If you have accessibility challenges and need more information about the grounds or amenities at OSS or how we can best help you, please contact info@oakspiritsanctuary.org.

Event Program

Coming Soon!

Questions?

We have answers! Please email info@oakspiritsanctuary.org

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! 

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!