Joyful Noises

The WUULF schedule is subject to change. You will be given an up-to-date copy when you arrive.

If you would like to lead a workshop or activity, please email info@wuulf.org.

Updated March 31, 2025


Monday, June 16

3:00 – 5:00Welcome to WUULFCheck-in and get your room assignmentsLower Pavilion
5:00 – 5:30Ghost Ranch Tour for NewcomersA guided walk from the Lower Pavilion to the Dining HallMeet outside Lower Pavilion
5:30 – 6:30DinnerDining Hall
6:30 – 7:00Orientation for FamiliesAll kids and teens must attend with their parents/guardiansLower Pavilion
7:00 – 9:00Orientation for EveryoneMandatory: Learn the Dos and Don’ts of the Ranch and get to know everyone!Lower Pavilion
10:00Ghost Ranch Quiet Time begins

Tuesday, June 17

6:00 – 7:30Photography WalkaboutExplore some of the lesser-seen corners of the ranch with your camera. Walk ends at the Dining Hall for Breakfast. With MarkMeet outside Lower Pavilion
7:30 – 8:30BreakfastDining Hall
8:30 – 9:00IngatheringEveryone gathers to set our intention for the day with this brief worship serviceWisdom Tree
9:00 – 11:30Adult ProgrammingWith Friction FarmLower Pavilion
9:00 – 11:30Youth ProgrammingMeet at Wisdom Tree, Family Center
12:00 – 1:00LunchDining Hall
1:00 – 4:30Open SwimAs availablePool
1:00 – 4:00Circle of Life PaintingLearn a circle background technique and create a unique artwork. Supplies will be provided, or you can bring your own canvas, flat brushes and acrylic paint. With Cindy and Candy
1:00 – 2:30Depolorizing: civil discourse protocolsWith Annie
1:00 – 4:00Youth ProgrammingFamily Center
2:30 – 4:00Drum CircleEssential rhythms for your soul. With JamesWisdom Tree
4:00 – 4:30WUULF PacksGather in your small groups
4:30 – 5:30Social HourSnacks, drinks, and conversationLower Pavilion
5:30 – 6:30DinnerDining Hall
7:00 – 9:00Game NightBoard Games and Puzzles: Bring a game or join a gameLower Pavilion
9:00 – 9:30Evening WorshipOur minister will lead us in a worship service to reconnect at the end of the day
9:00 – 10:00WUULF ProwlA supervised nighttime explore. Teens OnlyMeet outside Lower Pavilion
10:00Ghost Ranch Quiet Time begins

Wednesday, June 18

6:30 – 7:30Mindful BirdingJoin birder Crystal for a walk and learn about the birds of the RanchMeet outside Lower Pavilion
7:30 – 8:30BreakfastDining Hall
8:30 – 9:00IngatheringEveryone gathers to set our intention for the day with this brief worship serviceWisdom Tree
9:00 – 4:00RaftingTicket Required. Led by Far Flung AdventuresMeet outside Lower Pavilion
9:00 – 11:00Photography LessonLearn more about your camera, any type, and then have some time to use your new skills. Mark’s tips will change your life!
9:00 – 11:00Ice DyingBring 100% cotton, silk, or rayon clothing to dye in a rainbow of colors. With BernageneCampground Bathhouse
10:00 – 11:30Microgreens 1Learn and Eat. This is a 2 part session. With Claudia
12:00 – 1:00LunchDining Hall
1:00 – 4:30Open SwimAs availablePool
1:00 – 4:00O’Keeffe House TourTicket Required. Limit 8 people. Tour Georgia O’Keeffe’s Abiquiu home and garden. Unforgettable!Meet outside Lower Pavilion to carpool
1:00 – 4:00“Drive-by Shooting” PhotographyDrive around the local landscape and take amazing photos. Sign up on site. Limit 4 people per day. With Mark.
1:00 – 4:00Paper MakingWith ClaudiaFamily Center
2:30 – 4:00HennaUse your skin as a canvas with the long-term but temporary art. With Cindy
4:30 – 5:30Social HourSnacks, drinks, and conversationLower Pavilion
5:30 – 6:30DinnerDining Hall
7:00 – 9:00Friction Farm ConcertLower Pavilion
9:00 – 9:30Evening WorshipOur minister will lead us in a worship service to reconnect at the end of the day
9:30 – 10:00Shoot for the StarsHead to the City Slickers Cabin to photograph the night sky. With MarkMeet outside Lower Pavilion
10:00Ghost Ranch Quiet Time begins

Thursday, June 19

7:30 – 8:30BreakfastDining Hall
8:30 – 9:00IngatheringEveryone gathers to set our intention for the day with this brief worship serviceWisdom Tree
9:00 – 11:30Adult ProgrammingWith Friction FarmLower Pavilion
9:00 – 11:30Youth ProgrammingMeet at Wisdom Tree
12:00 – 1:00LunchDining Hall
1:00 – 4:30Open SwimAs availablePool
1:00 – 2:30The Political Symbolism in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
Encoded in America’s classic fairy tale are political messages that are largely
invisible to readers in 2025. Once you detect these political messages from
1900, however, they will be hard to ignore. The politics in that era resemble
our own in some important ways. Bring your own copy of the Wonderful
Wizard of Oz to follow along. Free digital copies are available online.
1:00 – 4:00Youth ProgrammingFamily Center
1:00 – 2:30“Drive-by Shooting” PhotographyDrive around the local landscape and take amazing photos. Sign up on site. Limit 4 people per day. With Mark.
2:30 – 4:00Jam It!For the musicians: Bring your instrument and jam
2:30 – 4:00Up Your Kazoo!For the non-musicians: kazoo along to music we love. Optional: prepare something together for the Talent Show!
4:00 – 4:30WUULF PacksGather in your small groups
4:30 – 5:30Social Hour – Pride Night Show your PRIDE and support for our LGBTQ+ friends. Snacks, drinks, and conversationLower Pavilion
5:30 – 6:30DinnerDining Hall
7:00 – 9:00Karaoke Group Sing-a-longMake a Joyful Noise! There’s no performance anxiety when we’re all singing irresistible popular songs together. ♪♪♪ Sweet Caroline ♪♪♪Lower Pavilion
9:00 – 9:30Evening WorshipOur minister will lead us in a worship service to reconnect at the end of the day
9:30 – 10:00Shoot for the StarsHead to the City Slickers Cabin to photograph the night sky. With MarkMeet outside Lower Pavilion
10:00Ghost Ranch Quiet Time begins

Friday, June 20

7:30 – 8:30BreakfastDining Hall
8:30 – 9:00IngatheringEveryone gathers to set our intention for the day with this brief worship serviceWisdom Tree
9:00 – 12:00Plaza Blanca Photography HikeTravel to the nearby Plaza Blanca with your cameras. With Mark and JaneMeet outside Lower Pavilion
9:00 – 4:00HikeLocation TBD. Lunch provided
9:00 – 11:30Origami CranesMake an origami crane hanging to decorate your house. With Sarah
10:00 – 11:30Microgreens 2Learn and Eat. This is a 2 part session. With Claudia
12:00 – 1:00LunchDining Hall
1:00 – 4:30Open SwimAs availablePool
1:00 – 4:00Monastery VisitHear chanting and see the grounds of the Monastery of Christ in the Desert. We’ll leave at 1pm for the 2pm service, followed by a meeting with choir director Br. David.Meet outside Lower Pavilion to carpool
4:30 – 5:30Social HourSnacks, drinks, and conversationLower Pavilion
5:30 – 6:30DinnerDining Hall
7:00 – 9:00Solstice CelebrationCelebrate the Solstice with drumming and movementLocation TBD
9:00 – 9:30Evening WorshipOur minister will lead us in a worship service to reconnect at the end of the day
9:30 – 10:00Shoot for the StarsHead to the City Slickers Cabin to photograph the night sky. With MarkMeet outside Lower Pavilion
10:00Ghost Ranch Quiet Time begins

Saturday, June 21

7:30 – 8:30BreakfastDining Hall
8:30 – 9:00IngatheringEveryone gathers to set our intention for the day with this brief worship serviceWisdom Tree
9:00 – 11:30Youth Programming – HIKEAn All-Ages hike with all of our kids!Meet at Wisdom Tree
9:00 – 11:30Witches of AbiquiuGuest speaker: Rick HendricksLower Pavilion
12:00 – 1:00LunchDining Hall
1:00 – 4:30Open SwimAs availablePool
1:00 – 4:00Adult Programmingwith Friction FarmLower Pavilion
1:00 – 4:00Youth ProgrammingFamily Center
4:00 – 4:30WUULF PacksGather in your small groups
4:30 – 5:30Social HourSnacks, drinks, and conversationLower Pavilion
5:30 – 6:30DinnerDining Hall
7:00 – 7:05Annual MeetingThe annual meeting of the non-profitLower Pavilion
7:05 – 9:00Talent / No-Talent ShowShow us your skills! Songs, skits, poems, and more! This is also when we draw for Raffle prizes!Lower Pavilion
9:00 – 9:30Evening WorshipOur minister will lead us in a worship service to reconnect at the end of the day
10:00Ghost Ranch Quiet Time begins

Sunday, June 22

7:30 – 8:30BreakfastDining Hall
9:00 – 10:00Closing Circle & GoodbyesWisdom Tree
10:00Depart the Ghost Ranch. See you Next Summer!!!!