Queer Men’s Day Long Programs

Nature immersions in the Coastal foothills of West Sonoma County, CA

Queer Men’s Winter Solstice Nature Immersion

Saturday December, 19th 2026

Join us for a gathering of queer men to cultivate and celebrate authentic queer men’s community. 

As weather permits, we will gather outside for much or all of the gathering, though we may retreat to the warmth and coziness of an indoor space or fire if needed. Throughout the day we’ll weave council (circle sharing), story, mirroring (a reflective listening practice), somatic inquiry (with self + with others), and time on the land. A portion of the day will be an extended solo wander in nature. You’ll carry with you a simple intention, which we will clarify together earlier in the day.

We’ll wrap up around 5:30 pm. Afterwards, those who wish are invited to go out to dinner together. 

This is a space for intergenerational queer men seeking deeper connection with other queer men and with themselves.

You do not need outdoor experience.

This is a sober and non-sexualized space.

We are calling in a circle of GBTQ men. In other words: people who identify as “queer” and as a “man”—in whatever way those words live in you. We aim to be inclusive. If you’re not sure whether this fits you but you feel drawn, please reach out.

Registration

To register, please fill out this form and send payment.

Carpooling to Occidental

If you’re coming from the city or beyond, we encourage carpooling.
If you need a ride, let us know in your registration email—we’ll do our best to help connect folks to coordinate rides.

Reciprocity / Costs

We invite participants to choose a tier based on their personal financial circumstances to offer reciprocity for this event: 

Lower Tier (for those for whom cost may be a barrier)- $75 

Middle Tier - $125

Highest Tier- $175

As we expand our programming, we hold accessibility and diversity at the center. For all of our programs we offer additional scholarship to the BIPOC community, as well as folks under 40. Please reach out if you wish to register and need additional financial assistance below the lowest tier- if you want to be here, we want to help make it happen.

Weather

This event, for the most part, will be rain or shine! We have multiple different ways planned to spend our day depending on what the weather brings, ranging from a number of hours outdoors, to a smaller dose of outdoor time. Regardless, prepare for the possibility of rains or cooler temperatures. There is a covered area for us to meet in the case of rain. We promise, it always feels so good to brave the elements, and feel a part of the seasons, whatever they may bring.

Future Queer Men’s Programs

This program is in collaboration with the School of Lost Borders queer men’s programming.

Upcoming offerings include:

• Four Directions of a Queer Man – May 16-23rd 2027
• Queer Men's Fast – July 24th-August 7th 2027

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