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About PRIMAL RHYTHM Women's Retreat

DRUM IN THE WOODS!

DRUM IN THE WOODS!

DRUM IN THE WOODS!

LOCATION:

Raven-Wolf Nature Sanctuary

24245 Merry Road

Quaker City, Ohio 43773

https://maps.app.goo.gl/HEwmC2ExfMrY9SZq8


WOMEN ONLY EVENT

 18 Years +


DATES:

August  27-29, 2027


PRIMITIVE CAMPING ON-SITE


NEARBY LODGING:


The Nest

A highly active, haunted Air B&B!

119 Fair St.

Quaker City, Ohio 43773

740-510-5436

22 min/13 miles from event


Salt Fork Lodge

11073 Natural Resources 3 Road

Kimbolton, OH 43749

740-435-9000

30 minutes/19 miles from event


Days Inn

66774 Belmont Morristown Rd.

Belmont, OH 43718

740-857-5092

21 min/15 miles from event


Sleep Inn

41371 Reco Rd.

Belmont, OH 43718

27 minutes/15 miles from event


If you have questions, please contact Sue at primalrhythm@juno.com



What To Bring!

DRUM IN THE WOODS!

DRUM IN THE WOODS!

In addition to drums, shakers, yoga mats and journals, please pack for a weekend outdoors! 


The list below is a suggestion that may not cover every need. Please be mindful.


First aid kit, medications

Sunblock

Bug repellent, calamine lotion

Cell phone, solar charger

Flashlight

Multi-use tool/knife

Emergency contact numbers

Tent, stakes, hammer

Camp chairs

Sleeping bag, sleeping pad, blanket, pillow

Clothing: Hiking boots, athletic shoes, sandals, socks, tops, bottoms, underwear, long underwear, pajamas, warmer layer, rain gear

Sunglasses, hat

Camp stove, fuel

Firestarter

Pots and pans, utensils

Garbage bags

Paper towels

Cooler, ice

Drinking water, Reusable water bottle

Aluminum Foil

Baby/wet wipes

Toiletries

Toilet paper

Hand sanitizer


Pack food of your choice for all meals

Snacks will be available


There will be a hand-washing station.



Presenters and Workshops FOR 2027 IN THE WORKS!

Thank you to everyone who was part of Primal Rhythm's Drum in the Woods Women's Weekend 2026!


In 2027, presenters are returning to offer new workshops and familiar favorites. 


New for 2027, we are thrilled to announce Kathy Orazio will be our teacher for morning yoga!


This page will be updated as workshops, presenters, and performers are added.  Check in often to learn more about Primal Rhythm's Drum in the Woods Women's Weekend 2027!

Sue Balaschak

Sue, our amazing host and powerfully talented drummer, is offering multiple in-depth drumming workshops, a gong bath, and the always well-received drum journey.  

JESSI THOMAS

We are excited to announce that Priestess Jessi is returning! Her 2027 presentations include an Ecstatic Dance ritual, as well as her deeply moving Ancestor's Ceremony.


GINGER ACKLEY

Our favorite folk artist will return to raise energy while leading magickal and healing chants. 

KATHY ORAZIO

A Certified Yoga Teacher, Kathy has  taught both adults and children for the past eighteen years.  She has seen how yoga can improve flexibility and maintain a healthy body and mind.  Kathy will assess your ability and challenge you to reach your optimal flow.

REVISIT PRIMAL RHYTHM DRUM IN THE WOODS wOMEN'S WEEKEND 2026

Ancestors Ceremony

Spiritual Cleansing workshop

CoreZest Workshop

Drumming Workshop

Primal Rhythm!

Ginger Ackley!

Heartsong!

Mary, Our FireTender

Drum Workshop

Beautiful souls, beautiful smiles

Beautiful souls, beautiful smiles



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