Remember the wisdom of our ancestors. Honor your own. Inspire the next
This page is your all-in-one guide. Please read carefully so you know what to bring, how to participate, and how to prepare for a safe, empowering weekend together.
October 3–5, 2025 • Klondike Park, Augusta, Missouri
Join us for a weekend of sisterhood, adventure, and magic. Together we’ll hike the trails, bike the Katy, play under the stars — and in between, we’ll ground ourselves in remembrance, celebrate our strength, and envision the legacy we are building for the next generation of women.
“I am because they were.” — African Proverb
🌙 Friday – Arrival & Grounding
Arrive between 3–6 PM to settle in. Cabin door codes will be texted to you shortly before 3 PM on Friday.
A community remembrance altar will already be prepared with a candle burning. Add a small token (stone, feather, flower) and write a note of gratitude to an ancestor who empowers you.
6:30 PM – Opening Circle & Potluck Dinner
8:00 PM – Burn It, Let It Go Ritual – Around the fire, we’ll gather in circle, set our intentions, and reflect on All Hallows’ Eve & women’s wisdom. We’ll release what no longer serves us and welcome in our intentions for the weekend.
9:00 PM – Lake Walk with Witches/Women – Each woman chooses a Witch Woman card (from history, folklore, or myth) or a Which Woman card (blank, to honor a woman who inspires her). She becomes your companion for the weekend. Carry her energy with you as we walk around the lake under the night sky, pausing along the way to share why she speaks to you.
“She remembered who she was and the game changed.” — Lalah Delia
🔥 Saturday – Adventure & Connection
Today our focus is honoring our own inner wisdom.
9:30 AM – Yoga with Mary – Gentle movement to hold the intention you set the night before.
10:00 AM-1:00 PM – Free Time – Journal, walk, rest, or enjoy a lighthearted tarot card reading for fun.
1:00-5:00 PM – Witches Bike Ride on the Katy Trail – A 10-mile round trip with lunch at Circle 6. Optional: embody your Witch or Which Woman by dressing in her spirit. Ride out in her energy, ride back in your own inner wisdom.
7:00 PM – Movie Night – Cozy blankets, snacks, popcorn, and a witchy/empowering film.
“Your crown has been bought and paid for. Put it on your head and wear it.” — Maya Angelou
🌟 Sunday – Inspire the Future & Closing
We inspire the next generation to trust their inner wisdom.
9:30-10:45 AM – Hike & Collective Storytelling – Hike and build a story together: “This is the story we leave for the next generation of women…” Each woman adds a line, weaving her word into the story.
12:00 PM – Departure
“Our stories will outlive us, guiding those who come after.” — Unknown
🕯 Participation
This weekend is yours. Every activity is an invitation, not an obligation. You are empowered to listen to your inner wisdom – join fully when you feel called, or step back when you need rest or quiet.
All we ask is that your choices honor the circle, so the flow of the group feels supported and whole.
👉 Look for the framed instructions at each table or activity space – these will guide you on how to join each ritual and reflection in a way that feels right for you.
💫 What to Bring
A good attitude
Sleeping bag + sleeping pad/mattress topper (bunks can be firm)
Pillow, blanket, extra layers (nights can be cool)
Comfortable clothes + walking/biking shoes
Flashlight/lantern (for the lake walk + evenings)
- Hiking shoes + hiking poles (if you use them)
Bike + helmet (for Katy Trail ride)
Reusable water bottle
Journal + pen (for your own free-time reflections)
Small token for altar (stone, feather, flower, etc.)
2 bundles of firewood
- Yoga mat
Potluck item (see sign-up section below)
A few disposable plates, cutlery, and napkins to share
Other food/drinks you personally enjoy
Optional: outfit/costume to embody your Witch or Which Woman
Optional: camping chair for fireside lounging
- Cabin door codes will be texted to you shortly before 3 PM on the day of arrival.
Camp Guide
✨ This weekend is for remembering, releasing, celebrating, and envisioning. Together, we honor the women who came before us, strengthen the sisterhood of today, and leave a story for the generations to come.
🧙 Witch or Which Woman
You’ll choose a Witch Woman card (from history/folklore) OR a Which Woman card (blank, to honor a woman of your own choosing).
She will be your companion for the weekend – carry her with you on the lake walk, bike ride, fireside, and closing circle.
You can take her home as a reminder of your strength, if you’d like.
🔥 Burn It, Let It Go Ritual
Around the campfire, you’ll be invited to write down something you wish to release.
Burn it in the fire and welcome in your weekend intention.
Instructions will be framed nearby.
🕯 All Hallows’ Eve Remembrance Table
A space to honor your ancestors.
Instructions will be framed on the table.
Write a note of remembrance or gratitude to an ancestor who inspires you and add it to the table.
🌿 Free Time
Throughout the weekend, there will be time for journaling, walking, fun tarrot card readings, games (cornhole, Connect Four), or simply resting.
🧾 Safety & Responsibility
This is a self-organized, community gathering. As such:
Each woman is responsible for her own safety, equipment, and belongings.
Check the weather and come prepared for outdoor conditions.
Get familiar with the location in advance.
This event has no professional guides or certified instructors. Participation is at your own risk.
👉 Important: Please fill out the Emergency Contact Sheet, sumbit it before camp.
⚠️ Important Disclaimer
This gathering is hosted by Adventure Chickz as a community event. It is not a paid retreat. The organizers are not liable for accidents, injuries, or lost/stolen items. By attending, you acknowledge that you are fully responsible for your own safety, choices, and equipment.