Tahoe Joe's Fundraiser Dinner
Event: Fundraiser Dinner
Support Okihi and enjoy a night off from cooking while helping raise funds for our riverfront restoration project. A percentage of every ticket directly supports ongoing restoration efforts. Buy a ticket, choose your meal and pick up at Tahoe Joes. Click above to purchase tickets or
email info@whitewolfwellness or call 773-710-3518
Volunteer Day: Adobe Building and Native Plant Planting
Focus: Adobe building and native plant planting
No experience necessary and all ages are welcome. Come join others in the community who care about rebuilding Okihi. Learn hands-on about traditional and sustainable building methods—no experience required. This is a fun, community-driven project with multiple stages, and volunteers are welcome to participate in any part of the process.
You can also help us plant native species along the property to support habitat restoration, increase beauty, and enhance educational opportunities.
Please dress for the weather and bring a refillable water container. Gloves, tools, snacks, and additional drinks will be provided.
RAM artists talks
In conjunction with the current exhibition, The Animal I Forgot I Was, RAM is pleased to present an engaging conversation between artist Stephen Winters and Gallery Director Rachel Wainwright. Together, they will explore Winters’ artistic practice, the ideas and inspirations behind the exhibition, and the themes that emerge throughout his work.
This special program offers visitors an opportunity to gain deeper insight into the exhibition directly from the artist, while learning more about his creative process, perspective, and connection to the natural world. Whether you’ve already experienced the exhibition or are discovering it for the first time, this conversation provides a unique opportunity to engage with the work in a more personal and meaningful way.
This event is free and open to the public.
Women’s Circle: Fire Cider & Seasonal Reflection
Join Katherine Winters for a seasonal women’s circle centered around connection, reflection, and herbal medicine making. As we move into the slower, inward turning cycles of nature, this gathering invites you to align with the rhythms of the season and your own inner landscape.
We will explore the question: What thoughts are you holding that are no longer serving you? As nature begins to slow and turn inward, we are invited to do the same—reflecting, releasing, and restoring.
The evening will include a simple puja ceremony to release what you no longer need, followed by the making of your own jar of fire cider to take home. Fire cider is a traditional herbal tonic made with roots, herbs, spices, fruits, and vegetables designed to support immune health and keep the body strong and resilient through the winter months.
Come prepared for a grounding, hands-on experience of reflection, ritual, and nourishment.
Sound Bath
Sound Bath Under the Stars at Okihi
Join Stephen and Katherine Winters of the White Wolf Wellness Foundation for a unique evening of sound, nature, and restoration.
✨ About Okihi
Okihi is a magical 14-acre wild space along the Kern River—just 15 minutes from downtown Bakersfield, yet it feels like a world away. With 2,000 feet of riverfront, there’s plenty of space to relax and connect with nature. Joi Participants are invited to arrive as early as 4:00 PM to walk the property, explore the land, have a picnic, relax in the hammocks, say hi to the animals, and enjoy the peaceful surroundings before the session begins.
What to bring: A yoga mat, camping sleeping pad or something comfortable to lie on, a blanket, pillow, water, and anything else you need to feel cozy and supported. Dress in layers for comfort as temperatures will shift in the evening.
✨ Camping
Overnight camping, glamping and RV rentals are available by booking online through HipCamp or Air B and B
✨ What to Bring
Cushioned mat, sleeping bag, pillows, yoga bolsters, and water.
✨ Proceeds
All proceeds support the Okihi restoration project and White Wolf Wellness Foundation.
What is a Sound Bath?
A sound bath is a deeply relaxing journey of sound and vibration. Instead of music with melody or lyrics, you’ll be immersed in tones from bowls, gongs, flutes, drums, didgeridoo, harp, voice, and layered soundscapes.
You may sit, lie down, or even drift into sleep as sound waves calm the nervous system and open the door to rest, insight, or dreamlike experiences.
✨ Open to All
No experience needed—just bring comfort items and an open mind.
Beaver Toss Classic
🎯 Cornhole for a Cause – Support The White Wolf Wellness Foundation!
Join us for a lively day of competition and community while supporting the Okihi Project—bringing outdoor education to local students, restoring natural spaces, and creating recreation opportunities for all.
Whether you’re brand-new to cornhole or a seasoned player, this tournament is all about fun, connection, and making a positive impact.
🏆 Tournament Details
Format: 4 guaranteed games! All teams play in round-robin matches, with results seeding into upper and lower brackets—so everyone gets more chances to compete.
No experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm. We’ll provide all equipment!
Check-In: 10:00 AM
Tournament Start: 11:00 AM
Entry Fee: $150 per team (includes lunch & drinks)
💵 Prizes
🥇 1st Place – $300
🥈 2nd Place – $200
🥉 3rd Place – $150
Plus: opportunity drawings, challenge games, animals, and prizes throughout the day!
📍 Location: Okihi – 13227 Round Mountain Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93308
📞 Contact: Darron Nilsson at (661) 706-1418
✨ Proceeds benefit the White Wolf Wellness Foundation’s Okihi Project
(501(c)(3) Nonprofit #83-1516230)
Closing Celebration: Sound Bath with Stephen Winters
Join us for a special closing celebration of Stephen Winters: The Animal I Forgot I Was, featuring an immersive sound bath held within the exhibition during its final weekend. Surrounded by the artwork and atmosphere of the exhibition, guests will be invited to slow down, settle in, and experience an evening of sound, reflection, and connection. This unique closing experience offers an opportunity to engage with the exhibition in a new way while honoring its final days and the ideas, emotions, and natural connections woven throughout the work.
Volunteer Day
Focus: Adobe building and native plant planting
No experience necessary and all ages are welcome. Come join others in the community who care about rebuilding Okihi. Learn hands-on about traditional and sustainable building methods—no experience required. This is a fun, community-driven project with multiple stages, and volunteers are welcome to participate in any part of the process.
You can also help us plant native species along the property to support habitat restoration, increase beauty, and enhance educational opportunities.
Please dress for the weather and bring a refillable water container. Gloves, tools, snacks, and additional drinks will be provided.
Sound Bath
Sound Bath Under the Stars at Okihi
Join Stephen and Katherine Winters of the White Wolf Wellness Foundation for a unique evening of sound, nature, and restoration.
✨ About Okihi
Okihi is a magical 14-acre wild space along the Kern River—just 15 minutes from downtown Bakersfield, yet it feels like a world away. With 2,000 feet of riverfront, there’s plenty of space to relax and connect with nature. Joi Participants are invited to arrive as early as 4:00 PM to walk the property, explore the land, have a picnic, relax in the hammocks, say hi to the animals, and enjoy the peaceful surroundings before the session begins.
What to bring: A yoga mat, camping sleeping pad or something comfortable to lie on, a blanket, pillow, water, and anything else you need to feel cozy and supported. Dress in layers for comfort as temperatures will shift in the evening.
✨ Camping
Overnight camping, glamping and RV rentals are available by booking online through HipCamp or Air B and B
✨ What to Bring
Cushioned mat, sleeping bag, pillows, yoga bolsters, and water.
✨ Proceeds
All proceeds support the Okihi restoration project and White Wolf Wellness Foundation.
What is a Sound Bath?
A sound bath is a deeply relaxing journey of sound and vibration. Instead of music with melody or lyrics, you’ll be immersed in tones from bowls, gongs, flutes, drums, didgeridoo, harp, voice, and layered soundscapes.
You may sit, lie down, or even drift into sleep as sound waves calm the nervous system and open the door to rest, insight, or dreamlike experiences.
✨ Open to All
No experience needed—just bring comfort items and an open mind.
Volunteer Day: Native Garden Planting with Matthew
Join us for a hands-on garden volunteer day at Okihi! Help us replant native species, tend to weeds, and care for the landscape as we continue restoring and nurturing this special natural space. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or have never planted before, there’s a way for everyone to contribute. Come spend time outdoors, connect with the community, and help Okihi grow. 🌱 Gloves, snacks, and drinks will be provided.
Fall Fest
🍂 Okihi Fall Fest 2026
Saturday, November 14, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Celebrate five years of restoration, education, and community at Okihi Outdoor Learning Campus! Join us for a day of family-friendly fun as we celebrate the transformation of 14 acres along the Kern River into a thriving destination for outdoor learning, recreation, and habitat restoration.
This year's Fall Fest is especially meaningful as we celebrate the Ribbon Cutting of our first Outdoor Classroom, the first of seven planned learning spaces that will serve thousands of local students for years to come.
Event Highlights
🎉 Opening Ceremony & Ribbon Cutting (10:00 AM)
Native American Welcome by the Cherokee Tribe
Hourly guided property tours
Live raptor presentations
Hands-on fossil digging
Farm games, including Chicken Bingo
Cornhole and family lawn games
Nature-inspired art activities
Educational booths and local vendors
Camping demonstrations and outdoor recreation information
Essential oil demonstrations
Meet the animals
Food, fun, and opportunities to explore one of Kern County's newest outdoor learning destinations
Whether you're looking for a fun family outing, interested in learning about local wildlife, or simply want to spend the day outdoors, there's something for everyone.
Location:
Okihi Outdoor Learning Campus
13227 Round Mountain Road
Bakersfield, CA 93308
Come celebrate what our community has built together—and see what's next for Okihi!
We can't wait to welcome you! 🌿
Feral Women Night
Guided Night Hike and Camping 101 Introduction
Join Katherine Winters and Megan Klassen of Feral Women of Bakersfield for an evening at Okihi designed to get you outside and feeling confident in the wild. We’ll explore a night hike led by Katherine Winters, try a variety of simple camping meals, and get hands-on with essential camping gear so you can feel more comfortable setting up camp on your own. A relaxed, fun, and slightly wild night under the stars.
Snacks and light refreshments will be served.
Volunteer Day: Native Garden Planting
Come lend a hand in the gardens at Okihi and help us care for and restore this special outdoor space! Volunteers will assist with light weeding and, as needed, replanting native plants to keep the gardens healthy, beautiful, and thriving. No gardening experience is necessary—whether you’re a seasoned gardener or simply looking to spend some time outdoors, everyone is welcome to pitch in.
This is a relaxed, community-focused volunteer day and a great opportunity to connect with others while making a hands-on contribution to the ongoing restoration of Okihi. All ages and abilities are welcome. Gloves, snacks, and drinks will be provided. Please dress comfortably for outdoor work and leave your pets at home so we can keep the space safe and welcoming for everyone. 🌿
Summer Sound Bath Series Woolworths
Presented by White Wolf Wellness Foundation
The final Summer Sound Bath Series finishes up at the historic Woolworths basement. It is an immersive evenings of sound, stillness, and deep relaxation.
Featuring singing bowls, crystal bowls, gongs, voice, flute, and ambient soundscapes, each event offers an opportunity to step away from the noise of daily life and enter a space of deep listening and presence.
Whether you’re seeking relaxation, inspiration, stress relief, or simply a peaceful way to end your weekend, the Summer Sound Bath Series offers a unique opportunity to rest and recharge.
Final Summer Series Dates
August 30
230-4PM
Woolworth’s Basement
Ticket Options
Single Event Ticket
$30
Summer Series Pass
$75
Includes admission to all three events and saves $15.
Bring:
• Yoga mat
• Blanket
• Pillow
• Water bottle
• Anything else that will help you relax comfortably
No prior meditation experience is required.
Simply arrive, settle in, and allow yourself to be carried by sound.
Space is limited.
Advance registration is recommended.
A Stephen Winters Art Show: The Animal I Forgot I Was
The Animal I Forgot I Was explores the interconnectedness of humans and the natural world through painting, observation, and lived experience.
Drawing from years spent immersed in the riverside ecosystem of the Kern River—as both an artist and a licensed falconer—Winters examines the relationships that bind all living systems.
At the heart of the exhibition is a question: What part of ourselves have we forgotten by living as though we are separate from nature?
This body of work offers an invitation to reconnect with our place within the broader ecology of life and remember our ancient relationship with the natural world.
All ages are welcome and the event has no cost. We are looking forward to seeing you!
Light refreshments will be served.
Summer Sound Bath Series BMOA
Presented by White Wolf Wellness Foundation
Three immersive evenings of sound, stillness, and deep relaxation.
Join us this summer as we gather in some of Bakersfield’s most unique cultural spaces for a series of restorative sound bath experiences designed to help you slow down, unwind, and reconnect.
Featuring singing bowls, crystal bowls, gongs, voice, flute, and ambient soundscapes, each event offers an opportunity to step away from the noise of daily life and enter a space of deep listening and presence.
Whether you’re seeking relaxation, inspiration, stress relief, or simply a peaceful way to end your weekend, the Summer Sound Bath Series offers a unique opportunity to rest and recharge.
2026 Summer Series Dates
July 26
230-4pm
Bakersfield Museum of Art
August 30
230-4PM
Woolworth’s Basement
Ticket Options
Single Event Ticket
$30
Summer Series Pass
$75
Includes admission to all three events and saves $15.
Bring:
• Yoga mat
• Blanket
• Pillow
• Water bottle
• Anything else that will help you relax comfortably
No prior meditation experience is required.
Simply arrive, settle in, and allow yourself to be carried by sound.
Space is limited.
Advance registration is recommended.
Summer Sound Bath Series BMOA
Presented by White Wolf Wellness Foundation
Three immersive evenings of sound, stillness, and deep relaxation.
Join us this summer as we gather in some of Bakersfield’s most unique cultural spaces for a series of restorative sound bath experiences designed to help you slow down, unwind, and reconnect.
Featuring singing bowls, crystal bowls, gongs, voice, flute, and ambient soundscapes, each event offers an opportunity to step away from the noise of daily life and enter a space of deep listening and presence.
Whether you’re seeking relaxation, inspiration, stress relief, or simply a peaceful way to end your weekend, the Summer Sound Bath Series offers a unique opportunity to rest and recharge.
2026 Summer Series Dates
June 28
230-4pm
Bakersfield Museum of Art
July 26
230-4pm
Bakersfield Museum of Art
August 30
230-4PM
Woolworth’s Basement
Ticket Options
Single Event Ticket
$30
Summer Series Pass
$75
Includes admission to all three events and saves $15.
Bring:
• Yoga mat
• Blanket
• Pillow
• Water bottle
• Anything else that will help you relax comfortably
No prior meditation experience is required.
Simply arrive, settle in, and allow yourself to be carried by sound.
Space is limited.
Advance registration is recommended.
Volunteer Day: Caretaking at Okihi
Join us on this Easter Weekend as a Volunteer and enjoy the landscapes in our campsites, an Easter egg hunt and picnic, and a craft table to express your childlike wonder and creativity.
Okihi Sunset Sound Bath Series
🌅 Okihi Sunset Sound Bath Series
Join us for a deeply relaxing Sunset Sound Bath at Okihi, a nature sanctuary along the Kern River where sound, landscape, and intention come together.
As the sun lowers over the hills and evening birds begin their songs, participants are invited to settle into a comfortable space beneath the open sky. Through waves of sound created with Tibetan bowls, crystal bowls, gongs, voice, flutes, chimes, drums, and ambient soundscapes, the mind begins to slow and the body begins to soften.
Sound baths work not by melody or song, but through vibration and resonance. These tones gently guide the nervous system toward deep states of rest similar to meditation and dreaming. Many people experience vivid imagery, emotional release, deep calm, or simply the rare gift of true stillness.
At Okihi, this experience is amplified by the surrounding land — the river, trees, birds, and wide open sky become part of the soundscape itself.
Whether you are experienced with meditation or simply curious, this event offers a peaceful space to reset, reflect, and reconnect.
Your ticket includes:
• 4pm EARLY ENTRY to the property. This allows you to get more nature time for whatever activity you enjoy. on 14 river front acres You can hike, picnic, pet a goat, feed a horse a carrot, walk the labyrinth, or relax in the riverside hammocks.
• A guided sunset sound bath experience
• A welcoming community atmosphere in a beautiful outdoor setting
• A tea made from native plants growing locally.
Come early, settle in, and let the sounds carry you inward.
🌿 Event Details
Location: Okihi Nature Sanctuary – Kern River Area
13227 Round Mountain Rd, Bakersfield, CA, 93308 (get there on time gates lock at 6pm sharp)
Date: March 29
What to Bring
• Dress for the weather- this is an outdoor event
• Yoga mat or comfortable ground pad
• Blanket or sleeping bag
• Pillow or head support
• Warm layers (evenings cool down quickly)
• Water bottle
• Optional: eye mask
The goal is to create a comfortable nest so you can fully relax during the sound journey.
Blue Moon Women’s Circle: Find Your Power Song
During this circle, we will:
• Explore what a power song truly means
• Listen to powerful, soul-stirring music
• Identify some of your unique strengths and gifts
• Engage in deep relaxation and creative journaling
• Take a gentle walk in nature and stretch under the open sky
• Close with self-nurturing practices to integrate what you discover
This is about remembering your voice.
This is about claiming your frequency.
This is about deepening your connection to a part of yourself that may have been waiting to be heard.
6:30PM-8:30PM; Opportunity is limited to 12 women.
Skye on the River
🌿🎶 Sky on the River – A Night of Music & Community at OKIHI 🎶🌿
📍 13227 Round Mountain Rd
🕠 5:30 PM – Gates Open
🎸 6:00 PM – Live Music Begins! Featuring Crimson Skye – more artists to be announced soon!
⏳ 10:00 PM – Gates Close
Join us for an unforgettable evening of live music, and community spirit at OKIHI’s scenic amphitheater! Pack a picnic and BYO, as you enjoy the majestic Kern River, just feet away from the stage. OKIHI is a 14-acre retreat center dedicated to outdoor education, nature preservation, and community engagement. By attending, you’re helping sustain this vision and restore a space that gives back to Bakersfield!
🌟 What to Expect:
🎶 A magical night of music curated by Crimson Skye, Morning Drive and Asher Phoenix set in our stunning outdoor amphitheater along the river!
🍽️ Picnic Style- Bring your own food and drinks. No food or drink will be for sale.
🐴 Meet the OKIHI animals – Horses, sheep, and goats!
🏕️ Stay the night! Camping, glamping, and RV rentals available for an extended experience under the stars! Secure your rental on hip camp or Air B and B. Go to our reserve tab on the website. ✨🌙
🏕️ Two seating options:
🌟 Reserved Seating ($40/seat, $240/table for 6) – Cushioned chairs, umbrella, and the best seats in the house!
🎟️ General Admission ($20) – Picnic-style seating anywhere you like!
👧 Kids under 12 attend FREE!
🚗 Limited parking – please carpool!
🎟️ Tickets on sale!
Every ticket helps bring the OKIHI dream to life – a space for nature, education, and community. Come celebrate with us and be part of something special! 🌊✨
Supper Club
Picture this… golden hour over the Kern River, a long table set under the open sky, the smell of a slow-cooked meal—raised and prepared with intention.
Welcome to the Okihi Supper Club.
With only 30 guests, this intimate evening invites you to experience the land through food—featuring lamb raised on-site and a menu rooted in local, seasonal ingredients. Drinks are included, conversations flow, and time slows down.
✨ Early Bird: $200
✨ Members: $150 (code in email)
✨ $250 per guest after
Every ticket supports the continued growth of Okihi—helping us restore the land and expand access to outdoor education for our community. No auction items or loud music, no fancy auctioneer pressing you to give more—just come enjoy dinner under the moon.
Volunteer Day: (Shade Improvement, River Access Cleaning)
Join us on this Easter Weekend as a Volunteer and enjoy the landscapes in our campsites, an Easter egg hunt and picnic, and a craft table to express your childlike wonder and creativity.
Okihi Sunset Sound Bath Series
🌅 Okihi Sunset Sound Bath Series
Join us for a deeply relaxing Sunset Sound Bath at Okihi, a nature sanctuary along the Kern River where sound, landscape, and intention come together.
As the sun lowers over the hills and evening birds begin their songs, participants are invited to settle into a comfortable space beneath the open sky. Through waves of sound created with Tibetan bowls, crystal bowls, gongs, voice, flutes, chimes, drums, and ambient soundscapes, the mind begins to slow and the body begins to soften.
Sound baths work not by melody or song, but through vibration and resonance. These tones gently guide the nervous system toward deep states of rest similar to meditation and dreaming. Many people experience vivid imagery, emotional release, deep calm, or simply the rare gift of true stillness.
At Okihi, this experience is amplified by the surrounding land — the river, trees, birds, and wide open sky become part of the soundscape itself.
Whether you are experienced with meditation or simply curious, this event offers a peaceful space to reset, reflect, and reconnect.
Your ticket includes:
• 4pm EARLY ENTRY to the property. This allows you to get more nature time for whatever activity you enjoy. on 14 river front acres You can hike, picnic, pet a goat, feed a horse a carrot, walk the labyrinth, or relax in the riverside hammocks.
• A guided sunset sound bath experience
• A welcoming community atmosphere in a beautiful outdoor setting
• A tea made from native plants growing locally.
Come early, settle in, and let the sounds carry you inward.
🌿 Event Details
Location: Okihi Nature Sanctuary – Kern River Area
13227 Round Mountain Rd, Bakersfield, CA, 93308 (get there on time gates lock at 6pm sharp)
Date: March 29
What to Bring
• Dress for the weather- this is an outdoor event
• Yoga mat or comfortable ground pad
• Blanket or sleeping bag
• Pillow or head support
• Warm layers (evenings cool down quickly)
• Water bottle
• Optional: eye mask
The goal is to create a comfortable nest so you can fully relax during the sound journey.
Volunteer Day: Easter Weekend (Landscape Campsites, Egg Hunt, Seed Bomb Crafts)
Join us on this Easter Weekend as a Volunteer and enjoy the landscapes in our campsites, an Easter egg hunt and picnic, and a craft table to express your childlike wonder and creativity.
Okihi Sunset Sound Bath Series
🌅 Okihi Sunset Sound Bath Series
Join us for a deeply relaxing Sunset Sound Bath at Okihi, a nature sanctuary along the Kern River where sound, landscape, and intention come together.
As the sun lowers over the hills and evening birds begin their songs, participants are invited to settle into a comfortable space beneath the open sky. Through waves of sound created with Tibetan bowls, crystal bowls, gongs, voice, flutes, chimes, drums, and ambient soundscapes, the mind begins to slow and the body begins to soften.
Sound baths work not by melody or song, but through vibration and resonance. These tones gently guide the nervous system toward deep states of rest similar to meditation and dreaming. Many people experience vivid imagery, emotional release, deep calm, or simply the rare gift of true stillness.
At Okihi, this experience is amplified by the surrounding land — the river, trees, birds, and wide open sky become part of the soundscape itself.
Whether you are experienced with meditation or simply curious, this event offers a peaceful space to reset, reflect, and reconnect.
Your ticket includes:
• 4pm EARLY ENTRY to the property. This allows you to get more nature time for whatever activity you enjoy. on 14 river front acres You can hike, picnic, pet a goat, feed a horse a carrot, walk the labyrinth, or relax in the riverside hammocks.
• A guided sunset sound bath experience
• A welcoming community atmosphere in a beautiful outdoor setting
• A tea made from native plants growing locally.
Come early, settle in, and let the sounds carry you inward.
🌿 Event Details
Location: Okihi Nature Sanctuary – Kern River Area
13227 Round Mountain Rd, Bakersfield, CA, 93308 (get there on time gates lock at 6pm sharp)
Date: March 29
What to Bring
• Dress for the weather- this is an outdoor event
• Yoga mat or comfortable ground pad
• Blanket or sleeping bag
• Pillow or head support
• Warm layers (evenings cool down quickly)
• Water bottle
• Optional: eye mask
The goal is to create a comfortable nest so you can fully relax during the sound journey.
Volunteer Big Kern
Volunteer Big Kern
March 7th
9am-12pm
Okihi 13227 Round Mountain Rd, 93308
Project name: Invasive Reed Removal, Adobe Building and Native Garden mulching and planting
Project description: We have 3 projects to focus on. Take your pick or try all three stations!
Invasive Reed Removal: Help make the river a healthy ecosystem once again! We need your help to remove an invasive reed that threatens the local native plants and trees that support Kern County wildlife.
Native Garden: Mulching, weed removal and putting a few new plants in the ground.
Adobe Building: Help us beauitfy the new welcome center with a adobe bench! Hands on work that is a Okihi Volunteer favorite!
No experience required. All ages welcome.
Number of volunteers needed: 25-35
Start time: 9am
End time: 12pm
We encourage all ages to work together. This project has multiple strength and skill sets. From using clippers, pulling weeds, digging in the soil, and lifting.
Tools, gloves, drinks and snacks will be provided.
At the end of the project volunteers are invited to join us to meet the okihi animals and feed the horses!
Volunteer Big Kern
Volunteer Big Kern
March 6th
9am-12pm
Okihi 13227 Round Mountain Rd, 93308
Project name: Invasive Reed Removal, Adobe Building and Native Garden mulching and planting
Project description: We have 3 projects to focus on. Take your pick or try all three stations!
Invasive Reed Removal: Help make the river a healthy ecosystem once again! We need your help to remove an invasive reed that threatens the local native plants and trees that support Kern County wildlife.
Native Garden: Mulching, weed removal and putting a few new plants in the ground.
Adobe Building: Help us beauitfy the new welcome center with a adobe bench! Hands on work that is a Okihi Volunteer favorite!
No experience required. All ages welcome.
Number of volunteers needed: 25-35
Start time: 9am
End time: 12pm
We encourage all ages to work together. This project has multiple strength and skill sets. From using clippers, pulling weeds, digging in the soil, and lifting.
Tools, gloves, drinks and snacks will be provided.
At the end of the project volunteers are invited to join us to meet the okihi animals and feed the horses!
Find your magic- Women's Circle
SOLD OUT! THANK YOU
Finding Your Magic Within: Remembering the Gifts You Already Carry
This opportunity is limited to 12 women.
Cost $33
Every woman holds gifts.
Some of us carry intuition so strong we feel it in our bones.
Some dream vividly.
Some build community without even trying.
Some nurture life.
Some innovate.
Some see beauty where others see nothing.
And many of us have spent years doubting those gifts because they don’t always look like productivity or status.
In this empowering and reflective workshop, we will:
Identify the unique gifts you already possess
Explore how those gifts show up in your life
Release comparison and self-doubt
Create a simple ritual or routine to commit to honoring your magic
This is not about becoming someone new.
It’s about remembering who you’ve always been.
You will leave with clarity, confidence, and a personalized commitment to your own inner power.
Perfect for women who:
Feel called to something deeper
Want to reconnect with intuition
Are in transition or reinvention
Desire community and reflection
Volunteer Day and Goats 3rd Birthday Party
We welcome you to join us at Okihi for a community volunteer day in the native garden. Picking weeds, mulching to improve spoil and planting a few new plants. All ages and abilities are welcome to join, but please leave your pets at home. We have some tools, but if you have garden tools or gloves please bring them. Afterwards we cut cake with the goats and sing them happy birthday!
Sign up below.
13227 Round Mountain Rd, 93308
Volunteer Day - Join us in the Native Garden
Come get your hands in the dirt, pet a goat, dip your toes in the river….We need your help!
We have a whole bunch of mulch to spread and plants to put in the ground! Come be part of planting a greener, cleaner future for the next generation! ALL ages and abilities invited!
Optional things to bring: Shovel, gloves, water
Beaver Toss Classic
🎯 Cornhole for a Cause – Support The White Wolf Wellness Foundation!
Join us for a lively day of competition and community while supporting the Okihi Project—bringing outdoor education to local students, restoring natural spaces, and creating recreation opportunities for all.
Whether you’re brand-new to cornhole or a seasoned player, this tournament is all about fun, connection, and making a positive impact.
🏆 Tournament Details
Format: 4 guaranteed games! All teams play in round-robin matches, with results seeding into upper and lower brackets—so everyone gets more chances to compete.
No experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm. We’ll provide all equipment!
Check-In: 10:00 AM
Tournament Start: 11:00 AM
Entry Fee: $150 per team (includes lunch & drinks)
💵 Prizes
🥇 1st Place – $300
🥈 2nd Place – $200
🥉 3rd Place – $150
Plus: opportunity drawings, challenge games, animals, and prizes throughout the day!
📍 Location: Okihi – 13227 Round Mountain Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93308
📞 Contact: Darron Nilsson at (661) 706-1418
✨ Proceeds benefit the White Wolf Wellness Foundation’s Okihi Project
(501(c)(3) Nonprofit #83-1516230)
Fall Festival- Find Your Way Home to Nature
🍂 Okihi Fall Fest – Find Your Way Home to Nature 🌿
Step into a day of music, workshops, games, and giveaways at the Kern River’s hidden gem! Fall Fest at Okihi is more than just an event—it’s an experience for the whole family.
✨ Hands-On Workshops
🌱 Plant milkweed and take home your own pollinator-friendly plant
🏕️ Learn Camping 101 with tips & a checklist for your next adventure
🧱 Get messy and creative with adobe bench building
🚐 Tour Okihi’s unique campground, trailers, and glampsites
🦉Live raptor demonstrations throughout the day and time to meet the animals- Hawks, falcons and owls.
🐍 Reptile exhibit too!
🚚 Food truck and drinks for sale!
🎶 Live Music to set the vibe all day long
🎉 Games & Fun
From chicken bingo and corn hole to classic fair-style fun, we’ve got something for both kids and adults. Meet the goats, sheep, turkeys and horses of Okihi!
🎁 Giveaways Throughout the Day
A weekend of camping at Okihi
A romantic riverside date night with wine/champagne + charcuterie board
Two VIP Sound Bath tickets (redeemable at any upcoming event)
🌊 Just 15 minutes from Bakersfield but a world away—Okihi Fall Fest is your invitation to reconnect with nature, community, and fun.
KIDS UNDER 12 ARE FREE!
Event Details
Date:
Nov. 8th, 2025
Time:
10a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location:
Okihi, 13227 Round Mountain Rd,
Bakersfield, CA, 93308
Tickets available by clicking here:
Sponsorship Opportunities available too!
Sound Bath on all Saints Day
🌌 Sound Bath Under the Stars at Okihi
Join Stephen and Katherine Winters of the White Wolf Wellness Foundation for a unique evening of sound, nature, and restoration.
✨ About Okihi
Okihi is a magical 14-acre wild space along the Kern River—just 15 minutes from downtown Bakersfield, yet it feels like a world away. With 2,000 feet of riverfront, there’s plenty of space to relax and connect with nature.
✨ Camping
Overnight camping, glamping and RV rentals are available by booking online through HipCamp or Air B and B
✨ What to Bring
Cushioned mat, sleeping bag, pillows, yoga bolsters, and water.
✨ Proceeds
All proceeds support the Okihi restoration project and White Wolf Wellness Foundation.
What is a Sound Bath?
A sound bath is a deeply relaxing journey of sound and vibration. Instead of music with melody or lyrics, you’ll be immersed in tones from bowls, gongs, flutes, drums, didgeridoo, harp, voice, and layered soundscapes.
You may sit, lie down, or even drift into sleep as sound waves calm the nervous system and open the door to rest, insight, or dreamlike experiences.
Lucid Dreaming Sound Journey
Lucid dreaming happens when you realize you’re dreaming while still inside a dream. This sound journey helps you access that dreamlike state while awake—through gentle movement, breathwork, and carefully tuned sound frequencies.
Participants often enter the Theta brainwave state, where the subconscious is most open. This can bring vivid imagery, dreamlike sensations, or simply deep rest.
✨ Open to All
No experience needed—just bring comfort items and an open mind.
Volunteer Day - Join us in the Native Garden
Come get your hands in the dirt, pet a goat, dip your toes in the river….We need your help!
We have a whole bunch of mulch to spread and plants to put in the ground! Come be part of planting a greener, cleaner future for the next generation! ALL ages and abilities invited!
Optional things to bring: Shovel, gloves, water
Sound Bath Under the Trees
🌌 Sound Bath Under the Stars at Okihi
Join Stephen and Katherine Winters of the White Wolf Wellness Foundation for a unique evening of sound, nature, and restoration.
✨ About Okihi
Okihi is a magical 14-acre wild space along the Kern River—just 15 minutes from downtown Bakersfield, yet it feels like a world away. With 2,000 feet of riverfront, there’s plenty of space to relax and connect with nature.
✨ Camping
Overnight camping, trailer rentals and glamping options are available by booking online through HipCamp or Air B and B
✨ What to Bring
Cushioned mat, sleeping bag, pillows, yoga bolsters, and water.
✨ Proceeds
All proceeds support the Okihi restoration project and White Wolf Wellness Foundation.
What is a Sound Bath?
A sound bath is a deeply relaxing journey of sound and vibration. Instead of music with melody or lyrics, you’ll be immersed in tones from bowls, gongs, flutes, drums, didgeridoo, harp, voice, and layered soundscapes.
You may sit, lie down, or even drift into sleep as sound waves calm the nervous system and open the door to rest, insight, or dreamlike experiences.
Lucid Dreaming Sound Journey
Lucid dreaming happens when you realize you’re dreaming while still inside a dream. This sound journey helps you access that dreamlike state while awake—through gentle movement, breathwork, and carefully tuned sound frequencies.
Participants often enter the Theta brainwave state, where the subconscious is most open. This can bring vivid imagery, dreamlike sensations, or simply deep rest.
✨ Open to All
No experience needed—just bring comfort items and an open mind.
Skye on the River
🌿🎶 Sky on the River – A Night of Music & Community at OKIHI 🎶🌿
📍 13227 Round Mountain Rd
🕠 5:30 PM – Gates Open
🎸 6:00 PM – Live Music Begins! Featuring Crimson Skye – more artists to be announced soon!
⏳ 10:00 PM – Gates Close
Join us for an unforgettable evening of live music, and community spirit at OKIHI’s scenic amphitheater! Pack a picnic and BYO, as you enjoy the majestic Kern River, just feet away from the stage. OKIHI is a 14-acre retreat center dedicated to outdoor education, nature preservation, and community engagement. By attending, you’re helping sustain this vision and restore a space that gives back to Bakersfield!
🌟 What to Expect:
🎶 A magical night of music curated by Crimson Skye, set in our stunning outdoor amphitheater along the river!
🍽️ Picnic Style- Bring your own food and drinks. No food or drink will be for sale.
🐴 Meet the OKIHI animals – Horses, sheep, and goats!
🏕️ Stay the night! Camping, glamping, and RV rentals available for an extended experience under the stars! Secure your rental on hip camp or Air B and B. Go to our reserve tab on the website. ✨🌙
🏕️ Two seating options:
🌟 Reserved Seating ($40/seat, $240/table for 6) – Cushioned chairs, umbrella, and the best seats in the house!
🎟️ General Admission ($25) – Picnic-style seating anywhere you like!
👧 Kids under 12 attend FREE!
🚗 Limited parking – please carpool!
🎟️ Tickets on sale soon!
Every ticket helps bring the OKIHI dream to life – a space for nature, education, and community. Come celebrate with us and be part of something special! 🌊✨
Sound Bath Under the Trees
Come drift away in peace and relaxation under the trees alongside the Kern River. Bring blankets, pillows or yoga mats to be extra cozy. Come an hour early and enjoy the grounds. Walk, pack a picnic or relax in the hammocks along the river’s edge.
Please sign up on eventbrite
Camping, glamping and fully furnished RVs availabel to rent for camping. Discount code will be emailed to you after purchase of Sound Bath ticket. You can rent them on Hip Camp or Air b and B.
To learn more about camping at Okihi and see our site visit our reserve tab on website.
Volunteer Day - Join us in the Native Garden
Come get your hands in the dirt, pet a goat, dip your toes in the river….We need your help!
We have a whole bunch of seeds to start, mulch to spread and plants to tend to! Come be part of planting a greener, cleaner future for the next generation! ALL ages and abilities invited!
Optional things to bring: Shovel, gloves, water
Sound Bath Under the Trees
Come drift away in peace and relaxation under the trees alongside the Kern River. Bring blankets, pillows or yoga mats to be extra cozy. Come an hour early and enjoy the grounds. Walk, pack a picnic or relax in the hammocks along the river’s edge.
Please sign up on eventbrite
Camping, glamping and fully furnished RVs availabel to rent for camping. Discount code will be emailed to you after purchase of Sound Bath ticket. You can rent them on Hip Camp or Air b and B.
To learn more about camping at Okihi and see our website visit the RESERVE tab.
Nature Camp
Nature Camp
Objective:
Nature Camp is an immersive, half day program that offers a variety of interactive activities, helping children explore different facets of the natural world. The camp includes ecological learning, art projects, and hands-on experiences with nature, providing an engaging and fun way for children to connect with the environment.
Key Components:
Butterfly Releases: Learning about the butterfly lifecycle and participating in butterfly releases.
Baby Chicks Hatching: Observing the hatching process and learning about chickens’ role in agriculture.
Native Plant Education: Understanding the importance of native plants and creating their own small garden.
Seed Dispersal: Exploring how seeds travel and germinate through hands-on activities.
Creek Exploration: Exploring local creeks to learn about aquatic ecosystems and water quality.
Archaeological Digging: Simulated archaeological digs to learn about early human cultures and their relationship to the land.
Artistic Projects: Nature-inspired arts and crafts reinforcing environmental concepts.
Sign up on Eventbrite required. Click or copy the link below:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1333196750369?aff=oddtdtcreator
GroundWorks: Growing Greatness
This program is funded by the Kern County Parks and Rec and FREE to the public.
In this 3-hour class, we explore:
Gardening - Seeds, plants. seasons, resilience.
Composting - Learns the parts of the soil, how we do it and you can too!
Water Sequestration - What is it and why is it important?
Rotational Grazing & poop! - Meet the Okihi animals and learn how they play an important role in the overall health of our whole system.
Dress for the weather and bring water!
All ages are welcome. Please do not bring any dogs or pets!
Sign up to reserve your spot
Bring a bucket or bag and take home Okihi-made compost for a $5 donation per bag/bucket.
Pathways: Taking Educations Outdoors
Pathways: Taking Education Outside
Objective:
Pathways offers participants of all ages the opportunity to explore and observe the dynamic changes that occur in local ecosystems throughout the year. By visiting Okihi, participants will gain a firsthand understanding of seasonal changes and ecological processes, enhancing their connection to the land. This programs takes the particiapants through a gentle beautiful morning of activites, funded by the Kern County Parks and Rec. You will leave inspired and with a deeper understanding of your local ecosystem.
Key Components:
Scientific Observations: Documenting seasonal changes in flora, fauna, and environmental factors.
Silent Nature Walks: Mindful walking experiences to encourage a deeper emotional and mental connection to nature.
Creative Art Projects: Art-based activities that incorporate themes from nature, fostering creativity and ecological awareness.
Mindful Movement: Yoga and movement exercises in nature to promote physical and mental
Sign up required on eventbrite!
health.https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pathways-taking-educations-outside-tickets-1333180371379?aff=oddtdtcreator