Event Details:

Date: Saturday, April 25th, 2026

Time: 12pm-6pm

Location: Westminster Woods; 6510 Bohemian Hwy, Occidental, CA

Discover what makes DATW so special

If you haven’t already heard, Westminster Woods is celebrating its 80th Anniversary in 2026! And to kick off the celebration, we’re inviting you and your loved ones to Day at The Woods — our one-stop shop for everything that makes this place so magical, nostalgic, and transformational.

On April 25th, 2026, we’ll open our doors and welcome you into the most wholesome, joy-filled celebration of our 80 years. Look forward to archery, the Craft Shack, games on the Big Green Field (if you know, you know), face painting, campfire singing, live music, and a delicious lunch from our very own head chef, Gayle Gardner, plus plenty more nostalgic camp activities!

Craving a little adventure? Sign up for our Challenge Course experiences! This year we’re offering tickets for the Big Zip, the Creek Zip, or a bundle deal for both. Details are below!

We cannot wait to welcome you to our 2nd Annual Day at The Woods, and we can’t thank you enough for supporting us on such a meaningful milestone.

All proceeds from this event help sustain Westminster Woods’ mission to provide a sanctuary for spiritual reflection and growth, to foster character and community, and to deepen care for the natural world. Through experiential outdoor education, we encourage stewardship of our environment, support the development of science literacy, and strengthen relationships with one another, with Christ, and with our diverse communities.

What to expect at DATW

Live Music – Enjoy performances from local artists coming together to jam under the redwoods

FEATURING:

Mason & Friends

Second band: TBD

Lunch
Our very own Head Chef, Gayle Gardner, will be behind the scenes serving up her iconic Philly cheesesteaks! Not a meat eater? No problem — Gayle will also be offering plenty of fresh and flavorful veggie options.

Hiking Around The Woods
Upon check-in, you’ll receive a map of our 200-acre forest — your guide to “choose your own adventure.” Explore winding trails, towering redwoods, and hidden gems throughout The Woods.

Craft Shack
Let your creativity run wild! This hands-on area is filled with art projects and fun activities for kids (and kids at heart).

Archery
If you know, you know! Take aim at our archery range and test your skills — proceed with caution and aim for the bullseye!

Kid Zone
A dedicated space for our youngest adventurers to play, create, and explore. The Kid Zone features games, crafts, a bouncy house, and outdoor fun for children ages 10 and under but open to all!

Silent Auction
Bid on incredible prizes that showcase the best of Sonoma County, generously donated by local businesses. From weekend getaways to local wines, you won’t want to miss it!

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Challenge Course: Big Zip – This year we are opening up our Big Zip just for YOU! This element will be on a reservation basis only. Once you purchase your ticket, you will be sent an email to reserve the time you will be partaking. You will be placed in a group of 8 people.

$25/ Rider

Challenge Course: Creek Zip — The creek zip is our more mellow, relaxed version of the big zip. We..

$15/ 2 rides

Challenge Course Experience: BOTH — Experience both of our wonderfully family friendly zip lines for a day full of adventure! See details below.

$35/ Rider

Big Zip: Our 300 foot zipline begins with a walk up our ‘zipline trail’. Once at the top of the trail, participants traverse a postman’s walk to reach the Zip Takeoff Platform where they are greeted by a facilitator who will assist them in attaching themselves to the Zipline. Participants are faced with a daunting task: letting themselves fall from a 40 foot platform, then zipping through our canyon far below…Once participants have reached the bottom, they are assisted by a facilitator in exiting the Zipline

Creek Zip: The Creek Zip is the perfect introduction to the high ropes course. Younger participants and those with little experience with heights can enjoy a relaxing zipline across Dutch Bill Creek. There is opportunity to up the challenge on this activity by wearing a blindfold , going off backwards, or attempting to throw a bean bag through a hoop in mid air!

How It works

When you sign up for the Challenge Course experience you have THREE OPTIONS!

Option 1: Big Zip $25

Reserve your spot for our famous zip line. This ticket gets you one ride at the designated time you sign up for. Do you have a group that all wants to go at the same time? Sign up quick and reserve your spot for up to 8 people in an hour.

Option 2: Creek Zip $15

You will receive two tickets to the Creek Zip to enjoy at your leisure. There will be no need to “reserve” a certain time frame. We have a limit of only 50 tickets so get yours while they last!

Option 3: Both! $35

Want to experience both of our ziplines??
This bundle deal gives you access to both the Big Zip and the Creek Zip, but don’t forget to reserve your time slot for the Big Zip or we will do it for you!

For half days on the Challenge Course we typically charge $55 per person, which only includes ONE high element! This is a fantastic opportunity to check out our course at a discounted price!

To learn more about booking a single or half day program on our Challenge Course, click here!

Admission Fees:

Challenge Course Experience:

About Westminster Woods

Celebrating 80 Years of Connection, Growth, and Wonder

Nestled among 200 acres of towering redwoods in Occidental, California, Westminster Woods Camp & Conference Center has been a place of transformation since 1946. What began as a handful of rustic cabins and a dream to create a sacred space for growth has blossomed into a thriving nonprofit that welcomes over 10,000 guests each year.

For eight decades, The Woods has provided a sanctuary where people of all ages can connect — with nature, with community, and with themselves. From the laughter of summer campers to the curiosity of students exploring our outdoor education program, to the stillness of retreat guests finding peace beneath the redwoods, this place has always been about meaningful encounters that last a lifetime.

Today, Westminster Woods is home to:

Outdoor Education Programs that inspire curiosity, confidence, and care for the natural world in thousands of K–12 students each year.
Summer Camps that nurture community, faith, and fun in the heart of the forest.
Retreats and Conferences that welcome churches, schools, nonprofits, and groups of all kinds to rest, reconnect, and recharge.
Challenge Course Adventures that build trust and teamwork through exhilarating, hands-on experiences.

As we celebrate our 80th Anniversary in 2026, we reflect with deep gratitude on all who have walked these trails before us — and we look ahead with excitement for all the stories still to come. Westminster Woods continues to be a place where lives are changed, friendships are forged, and the redwoods keep watch over it all.

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A Day at the Woods is your invitation to reconnect — with nature, with each other, and maybe even something greater. Come as you are, and leave with something lasting.

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