WILD GOD Conference

SPRING 2026

EXACT DATE TBD

Step away from the noise and step into an atmosphere designed to help you encounter God through the themes of wilderness and Creation, held inside during the winter months. The WILD GOD Indoor Conference is a family-friendly weekend (ages 6 & up) filled with Christ-centered teaching, powerful worship, and practical sessions that connect outdoor survival principles with everyday faith.

Through stories from the field, Creation-focused devotionals, and hands-on, indoor-friendly workshops, we’ll explore how God uses challenge, discomfort, and “wilderness seasons” to draw us closer to His heart. You’ll leave refreshed, equipped, and inspired to meet God in the wild places of your own life—whether that’s a forest trail, your backyard, or your daily routine.

Bring your family, your questions, and your hunger for more of Him. This is your invitation to slow down, listen for His voice, and discover how the Creator still speaks through His creation today.

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What to expect.

  • Atmosphere of Encounter

    Step into a warm, intentional environment designed to help you meet with God. Though indoors, every space is thoughtfully crafted to reflect the themes of wilderness, Creation, and spiritual renewal.

  • Worship

    Experience powerful worship in a focused, intimate setting. From full conference sessions to acoustic campfire-style evenings, worship becomes a place to quiet your heart, hear His voice, and respond to His presence.

  • Interactive Workshops

    Engage in hands-on, indoor-friendly workshops that draw connections between survival skills, Creation principles, and your walk with Christ. From navigation basics to object lessons drawn from the wilderness, each workshop deepens both your understanding and your faith.

  • Solitude

    Take intentional time to be alone with God through guided devotions crafted to connect you with His presence in the wild. Slow down, reflect, and listen to His still, small voice in the quiet.

  • Fellowship

    Build community with like-minded individuals who share a love for the outdoors and a desire to deepen their faith. Exchange stories, skills, and testimonies in an encouraging environment.

  • Featured Speakers

    Hear from inspiring speakers as they share their testimonies and insights on how God speaks and transforms lives in the wilderness.

Event Schedule

  • 8:00am-11:00am
    Arrival, Check-In & Lodging Assignments
    Check in at the Registration Desk to get your event passes, weekend schedule, and workshop selections. Receive wristbands and room assignments from the lodging desk. Explore the lobby welcome area with coffee, snacks, and a kids’ scavenger hunt card. Wild God Store open in the main foyer.
    Prayer Team available for anyone who desires prayer. Kids and teens welcome station open. Volunteers assist families moving into rooms.

    12:00pm–1:00pm
    Main Session 1 (All Attendees)
    Welcome to the Wild God Indoor Conference
    Welcome and event overview
    Worship set (3 songs)
    Keynote message: “Meeting God in Creation—Indoors and Out”
    What to expect this weekend

    1:00pm–5:00pm
    Friday Workshop Rotation (Adults and Kids Together)
    Families rotate together through three indoor-friendly workshops. Attendees sign up at check-in.

    1:00pm–1:45pm
    Workshop Rotation 1
    Workshop Name: TBD
    Workshop Location: Breakout Room A

    2:00pm–2:45pm
    Workshop Rotation 2
    Workshop TBD
    Workshop Location: Breakout Room B

    3:00pm–3:45pm
    Workshop Rotation 3
    Workshop Name: TBD
    Workshop Location: Breakout Room C

    3:45pm–5:00pm
    Fellowship, Free Time and Settling In
    Move into rooms and unpack. Explore campus common areas. Wild God Store open. Light refreshments in the lobby. Optional campus orientation walk. Kids craft table.

    5:00pm–6:15pm
    Dinner at the Mess Hall
    Attendees eat dinner before returning for the evening session. Snacks and coffee available onsite.

    7:00pm–8:15pm
    Evening Main Session 2 (All Attendees)
    Worship and Encounter Night
    Worship set
    Family icebreaker
    Keynote message: “God in the Wild: A Call to Encounter”
    Response and prayer time

    8:15pm–8:45pm
    Family Huddles
    Families gather with 3–5 other families for guided discussion: “Where do you most clearly hear God’s voice?” “What are you hoping God does in your family this weekend?”

    8:45pm–9:30pm
    Evening Fellowship and Free Time
    Board games and conversation in the lobby
    Tea and coffee bar
    Teen hangout
    Kids indoor campfire story spot
    Quiet prayer room open
    Quiet hours begin at 10:30pm.

  • SUNRISE am (Time TBD)

    Sunrise Worship

    Bundle up and head outside to lookout point to watch the sunrise together with other attendees while praise and worship music is playing.

    7:30am–8:30am
    Breakfast at Mess Hall

    9:00am–10:15am
    Main Session
    Praise and Worship
    Group Prayer
    Short story-based devotional message

    10:15am–2:00pm
    Saturday Workshop Rotation
    Indoor-friendly workshop stations open for adults, teens, and kids.
    Kids workshops remain open the entire block for families who prefer age-specific tracks.

    10:15am–11:00am
    Workshop Rotation 1
    Workshop Name:
    Workshop Location:

    11:15am–12:00pm
    Workshop Rotation 2
    Workshop Name:
    Workshop Location:

    12:00pm–1:00pm
    Lunch and Fellowship at Mess Hall

    1:00pm–1:45pm
    Workshop Rotation 3
    Workshop Name:
    Workshop Location:

    2:00pm–3:00pm
    Main Session (Adults) and Kids Area (Kids)

    Adults: Solitude Send-Off (Main Room)
    A guided time of reflection, journaling, and Scripture meditation.
    Bring your event booklet and pen.

    Kids: Creative Nature Crafting

    3:00pm–4:45pm
    Free Time
    Kids Rec Area open
    Wild God Store open
    Optional indoor “Creation Encounter Tours” led by volunteers
    Prayer Room open

    5:00pm–6:30pm
    MKONO Bonfire Brat Feast
    A simple, fellowship-focused meal featuring MKONO Farm’s pasture-raised brats cooked over open flame, served with rustic sides.
    Outdoor bonfire (weather permitting) or indoor hearth-style gathering.

    7:00pm
    Main Session
    Praise and Worship
    Evening Message (Keynote)
    Prayer and response time

    8:30pm
    Campfire Worship
    Acoustic worship gathering around the fire (outdoors) or indoor campfire-style setting if needed.

    Quiet hours begin at 10:30pm.

  • 7:30am–8:30am
    Breakfast at Mess Hall

    9:00am
    Main Room
    Praise and Worship
    Testimony Moments
    Indoor Baptisms

    10:00am
    Main Room
    Sunday Message
    A closing keynote focused on taking the wilderness lessons home and continuing to cultivate a Wild God lifestyle as a family.

    11:00am
    Main Room
    Group Worship and Family Prayer Activity
    A guided worship-and-response experience for the whole family, centered on Scripture, gratitude, and commissioning.
    Families gather together for prayer, journaling prompts, and a final moment of reflection.

    12:00pm
    Main Room
    Farewell
    Final words of encouragement
    Wild God Store open for last-minute purchases
    Check-out and departures

A Feast Under the Stars:

The Wild God Bonfire Brat Feast

One of the most memorable moments of the WILD GOD weekend will be our Bonfire Brat Feast—a simple, hearty, open-fire meal designed for fellowship, laughter, and connection. Instead of a formal dinner setting, we’ll gather outdoors around a campfire, letting the glow of the flames and the fresh evening air create a space where community comes alive.

For this special night, we’ve partnered once again with MKONO Farm, a local Indiana farm known for their 100% pasture-raised Kunekune heritage pork. Jason and Amanda Hand raise their pigs with care and conviction—free from GMOs, hormones, and antibiotics. Their commitment to sustainable, regenerative farming produces pork with unbelievable flavor and deep integrity. When you taste these brats, you’ll know exactly what we mean.

This dinner isn’t about fancy plates or elaborate presentation. It’s about family, fire, and fellowship—the kind of meal where everyone pulls up a chair, passes the serving bowls, and enjoys the simple goodness of food cooked over open flames.

The Wild God Menu

  • Open-Fire Brats from MKONO Farm – Juicy, flavorful, and grilled to perfection over live coals

  • Simple Campfire Sides – A rotating selection of rustic favorites like baked beans, seasoned potatoes, or fresh slaw

  • Chips & Fixings – Easy, crowd-pleasing additions

  • Buns & Condiments – Build your own brat your way

Every WILD GOD attendee is invited to this laid-back meal—where we’ll share stories from the day, swap trail wisdom, and reflect on how God has moved throughout the weekend. With the crackle of the fire and the sky overhead, it’s a moment to breathe deeply, connect deeply, and give thanks together.

This isn’t just dinner. It’s fellowship by fire—simple, honest, and full of God’s goodness.

Sometimes, an experience comes along that changes the course of your life.

Join us!

FEATURED SPEAKERS

COMING SOON!

  • Creek Stewart

    Speaker Bio

    Creek Stewart is a world-renowned Wilderness Survival Instructor, Keynote Speaker, Author, and Television Host. He is the author of more than 40 books, including his latest, Disaster Survival 101. Creek is the in-house survival expert at The Weather Channel and has hosted three television shows that are viewed around the world, including Could You Survive? with Creek Stewart, SOS How to Survive, and Fat Guys in the Woods

    Speaking Topic

    Coming soon.

Workshop Descriptions

  • Mini Terrarium Creation Bar

    Bring a touch of Creation indoors with this hands-on DIY terrarium workshop! Choose your own plant, select your rocks and soil layers, and add meaningful accessories and decorations to craft a tiny world that reflects God’s beauty and creativity. Whether you’re drawn to simple, natural designs or something more whimsical, you’ll walk away with a one-of-a-kind piece you can marvel at all year long.


    Fun, relaxing, and perfect for both adults and kids—this workshop invites you to slow down, create, and be reminded that the same God who formed the forests and fields also delights in the small details.

  • Natural Fiber Loom Weaving

    Step into the ancient art of weaving with this hands-on workshop using a simple primitive loom. You’ll work with natural plant fibers to create a small woven bag or pouch—perfect as a keepsake, a gift, or a useful tool for carrying small items on your outdoor adventures.

    As you learn the basics of loom setup, fiber handling, and simple weave patterns, you’ll discover how relaxing and rewarding this timeless craft can be. Whether you’re new to weaving or already love working with your hands, this workshop offers a skill that can grow into a meaningful indoor or outdoor hobby.

    Create something beautiful, functional, and inspired by the resourcefulness found in God’s creation.

Praise & Worship

COMING SOON

The WILD GOD Prayer Team

“Hello, how can I pray for you?”

Sometimes that simple question opens the door for God to move in powerful ways. Throughout the entire WILD GOD weekend, our Prayer Team—a group of trusted, compassionate prayer warriors—will be available to walk with you, listen to you, and lift you up in prayer.

They are not counselors, judges, or fixers. They are brothers and sisters in Christ who carry a heart for intercession and a passion to see people set free. Whether you’re overwhelmed, grateful, searching, hurting, or simply needing someone to stand with you, this team is here for you.

Across the weekend—after sessions, during worship, in quiet corners, or whenever the Holy Spirit nudges—you’ll find members of the Prayer Team ready to offer empathy, wisdom, and Spirit-led encouragement. Many have walked through their own wilderness seasons and bring the kind of compassion that can only come from experience with Jesus.

This ministry is a safe place.
A place where burdens are surrendered.
A place where healing begins.
A place where the peace of Christ replaces the weight we’ve been carrying.

If you need prayer at any point during the weekend, simply come. No pressure. No expectations. Just open hearts, ready to meet you where you are and bring your needs before the Lord.

 FAQs

  • Wild God is a family-friendly event with a schedule that includes activities for all ages, as well as dedicated programming for adults and kids. Our fantastic kids' team is planning an exciting "kids-only" afternoon on Saturday, along with special programming during Friday night's speaker session. Please note, the minimum age for participation is 6 years old.

  • The following meals will be provided as a part of your ticket price:

    • Friday Dinner

    • Saturday Breakfast

    • Saturday Lunch

    • Saturday Dinner

    • Sunday Breakfast

    Full menu details will be posted soon.

  • This is an entirely indoor event, with a few outdoor sessions as weather permits. You will need to be able to walk along paved trails between buildings for short distances.

  • All of our Indoor Workshops are thoughtfully designed to help you encounter God through creativity, hands-on learning, and themes drawn from His Creation. Even though we’ll be indoors, each experience is crafted to inspire awe, spark curiosity, and connect your heart to the One who made all things. Workshops are led by instructors who love Jesus and love sharing their skills. With small groups of 15 or fewer, most workshops will be offered multiple times throughout the weekend so everyone has a chance to participate. You’ll register for your workshop sessions when you arrive and check in at the event.

    Workshops for the conference are still in development, but confirmed sessions include:

    Mini Terrarium Making – Build your own Creation-inspired terrarium with plants, stones, and decorations.
    Natural Fiber Finger Weaving – Learn simple weaving techniques using natural materials to craft a small pouch or strap.

    Additional workshops will be announced soon as the schedule is finalized.

  • Yes, kids will have their own exciting lineup of kid-friendly indoor workshops and activities, all specially designed to engage their curiosity and help them encounter God through creativity and hands-on learning. They are also encouraged to join the scheduled Praise & Worship, family sessions, and other shared moments throughout the weekend, creating meaningful opportunities for connection and spiritual growth. Minimum age is 6 years old.

    Some of the planned activities include Mini Terrarium Making, Natural Fiber Finger Weaving, fun Creation-themed crafts, and other interactive indoor workshops still in development.

  • We’re sorry, WILD GOD is an ALL-IN experience. A big part of the event is getting away from the distractions of life and this is best done with the full 3-day experience.

  • To Be Determined - it will either be in Indiana or Kentucky.

  • Yes, there will be indoor restroom and shower facilities.

  • Yes, there is indoor modern electrical amenities.

  • Attendees will stay in bunk houses with indoor bathrooms, heat, and full shower facilities. Each room includes bunks with mattresses and is equipped with both heating and cooling for comfort in any weather.

    Please note that attendees will need to bring their own bedding, pillows, towels, and toiletries for the weekend.

  • Please do not bring the following items:

    • Alcohol

    • Illegal drugs

    • Weapons

    • Pets of any kind

    • Fireworks

  • Please bring your own bedding, pillows, towels, and toiletries for the bunk houses, as well as the following personal items for the weekend:

    • A portable camp chair
    • A refillable water bottle (potable water will be available onsite)
    • Any personal snacks you’d like throughout the weekend
    • Any special food for meals or dietary restrictions that is not provided in the menu mentioned above.
    • A journal and pencil/pen for reflection and guided sessions

    You are welcome to return to your vehicle at any time during the event if you need additional items.

  • WILD GOD Kid Safety & Supervision Guidelines

    Saturday Afternoon Kids Workshops

    Our goal is to ensure that every child in our care is safe, accounted for, and supervised at all times while parents enjoy their solitude time. These simple guidelines will help us achieve that.

    Check-In / Check-Out

    • A parent or guardian must sign their child in at the start of the kids’ rotation.

    • Only the same parent/guardian who checked them in may check them out at the end.

    • No child leaves without a volunteer confirming the pickup adult.

    Supervision

    • Maintain line-of-sight supervision at all times — no child should ever be alone.

    • At least two volunteers should be present in each workshop station or group activity area.

    • Kids move from station to station as a group, led by a volunteer, never on their own.

    • There will be a Porta-Potty at the Kids are for use by children at that location.

    Boundaries

    • Kids must remain inside the designated kids’ activity area at all times, except for when escorted by 2 volunteers to the Fossil/Gemstone Dig Site.

    • Volunteers will clearly mark and communicate the boundaries (tape, cones, rope, or visual markers).

    • Bathroom trips: A volunteer will escort a group or pair of kids to the restroom and wait outside the door until all return. A Porta-Potty will be located at the Kids Area.

    • The Kids Ministry Leads are Megan Stewart (a First Grade Teacher at The Classical Academy in Fishers, IN and Creek’s Mom (the most awesome Mom and Grandma and a retired teacher and guidance counselor).

    Headcounts

    • Do a headcount:
      Before leaving a station & when arriving at the next station

    • Anytime a group returns from the bathroom

    • Keep a written list of names with check marks for each count.

    Health & Emergencies

    • If a child is injured or becomes upset, notify the Kids Ministry Lead immediately.

    • For anything beyond basic first aid, contact parents & event staff, or call 911. We will have a first aid station on site.

    • All volunteers should know the location of the nearest first aid kit.

    Interaction Standards

    • Physical contact should be limited to safety-related assistance (helping with tools, preventing falls, etc.) and side hugs or high-fives.

    • No rough play, teasing, or inappropriate jokes.

    • If a conflict between kids arises, address it calmly and involve the Kids Ministry Lead.

    Kids Ministry Lead for Saturday Afternoon:

    (Name & cell number will be provided on event day)

    Our promise to parents:

    Your child’s safety is our priority. They will always be supervised, accounted for, and engaged in fun, age-appropriate activities while you enjoy your time with the Lord