Surround yourself with the awe-inspiring beauty and majesty of God’s wilderness. This setting serves as a foundation for spiritual renewal, transformation, and connection.

Experience powerful worship under the open sky—at an outdoor stage by day and around campfires by night. Sing praises under the stars, surrounded by the wonder of Creation.

Dive into hands-on workshops throughout the weekend. From activities like tree identification and "Worshipful Tea" to fire-starting and insect adventures for kids, these workshops help participants marvel at God’s Creation while fostering a spirit of worship.

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.

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.

Hear from 4 inspiring speakers as they share their testimonies and insights on how God speaks and transforms lives in the wilderness.

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. 

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Creek is a wilderness survival instructor, author, and television host. He and his wife Sarah have two kids, River & Lakelyn.

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Sarah is an award-winning artist and graphic designer with a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Ball State University. She finds joy in sharing her passion for creativity and the beauty of creation with others, inspiring them to see the world through a fresh, artistic lens.

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Eric is a wilderness survival instructor, homesteader, and the owner of Patriot Self Reliance, as well as co-owner of Naughty Dog Farm in West Virginia. Raised hunting, fishing, and camping in Mississippi, his love for the outdoors was shaped early and deepened through years of military service, where he taught backpacking, orienteering, rappelling, and climbing to both youth and soldiers.

An educator at heart, Eric now teaches survival, bushcraft, and homesteading skills across the country while stewarding his homestead and rescuing dogs. At WILD GOD, Eric brings a passion for hands-on learning, mentorship, and helping others grow in self-reliance, wisdom, and connection—both to the land and to the Creator who provides through it.

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Abby is a homeschool mom who loves to create foods and remedies to nourish and care for her family.  She began learning about more natural options when she was pregnant with her first daughter 10 years ago, and now makes herbal salves, foods from scratch, homemade personal care products, and gluten free baked goods on 3/4 of an acre.

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Dan Ploof is a Christian author, speaker, and men's ministry leader with a passion for helping people discover their identity in Christ and live according to God's design. Through his writing and teaching, Dan encourages men to pursue biblical manhood, spiritual leadership, strong marriages, and authentic faith grounded in the truth of God’s word.

Workshop Title: How to Build a Powerful Personal Testimony

Author and speaker Dan Ploof shares his practical "FIRE" framework for building and communicating a powerful personal testimony. Through the four elements of fire—Fuel, Ignition, Refinement, and Embers—you'll learn how to clearly articulate your life before Christ, how God intervened, what He has changed, and why your story matters. Drawing from his own journey of redemption and restored marriage, Dan will equip you to share your faith with confidence and point others to the transforming power of Jesus Christ.

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Drew Sharp is a primitive skills instructor, expert flintknapper, and featured instructor at WILD GOD Survival Courses. Widely regarded as one of North America's most talented flintknappers, Drew is passionate about preserving and teaching the ancient art of crafting arrowheads, knives, and tools from raw stone. Through his instruction, he helps others discover both the practical skills of our ancestors and the fingerprints of God's provision woven throughout creation.

Workshop Title: Flintknapping: Creation, Provision & Primitive Tools

Step back in time and learn one of humanity's oldest survival skills. In this highly interactive, hands-on workshop, expert flintknapper Drew Sharp will teach students how to transform a raw piece of stone into a functional arrowhead using traditional flintknapping techniques.

Participants will learn the fundamentals of percussion and pressure flaking, use authentic knapping tools, and gain firsthand experience shaping stone just as ancient cultures did for thousands of years. By the end of the workshop, each student will walk away with their own handcrafted stone arrowhead and a deeper appreciation for the skill, patience, and craftsmanship required to create primitive tools.

Along the way, Drew will share how God hardwired provision into creation—even in the rocks beneath our feet—and how the flintknapping process serves as a powerful picture of Christ shaping and refining our lives for His purposes.

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Ava is a professional home baker, dance instructor, and artistic entrepreneur. Combining her love for Jesus and her diverse skill set, Ava's creativity shines when teaching kids about God's love through baking, dance, and arts and crafts. Ava's smile, personality, and positivity are truly infectious, making her a "kid favorite" at WILD GOD events!

Workshop Title: DNA Bracelets: Wonderfully Made

In this creative hands-on workshop, kids will learn how to make a colorful friendship bracelet pattern that twists and coils into the shape of a DNA strand! As each bracelet slowly takes shape through a series of simple knots, kids will also discover an important truth: God created every single one of us uniquely and intentionally.

Through fun conversation and creativity, children will explore how no two bracelets turn out exactly the same—just like no two people are exactly alike. God designed each of us with unique gifts, personalities, talents, and purposes to serve Him in different ways.

This workshop combines creativity, friendship, and faith in a memorable experience that reminds kids they are wonderfully made by their Creator.

Kids will leave with:

• Their own handmade DNA bracelet

• A deeper understanding of God’s unique design in their life

• Encouragement to use their gifts and differences for God’s glory

• A fun keepsake and reminder of their identity in Christ

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In regular life, Billy Beyer is an architect with a passion for history, design, and discovery. But at WILD GOD, he transforms into “Billy Bones” — explorer, fossil hunter, and leader of our hands-on Dig Pit adventure!

As kids dig through sand in search of fossils, gemstones, and buried treasures, Billy Bones will guide young explorers through an exciting world of discovery and imagination. From uncovering ancient-looking artifacts to learning how archaeologists carefully search for clues from the past, this workshop is all about curiosity, patience, and adventure.

Billy loves inspiring kids to ask questions, get their hands dirty, and imagine the stories hidden beneath their feet — one careful discovery at a time.

Workshop Title: Gemstone & Fossil Dig

Step into the sand pit and dig into a hands-on adventure where kids become treasure hunters for the day! In this exciting workshop, children will use sifters to uncover real gemstones and fossils—stunning pieces of God’s buried art, hidden just beneath the surface.

From sparkling crystals to ancient marine fossils, each discovery is a reminder that God’s creativity runs deep—literally! Kids will not only get to keep what they find, but also learn fun facts about the treasures they uncover and the One who created them.

Mary-Kate is a gifted 16-year-old singer-songwriter who found a passion for worship at the age of 9, and a passion for songwriting at 10. Now, with a growing catalog of unreleased songs in the works, she’s honing her craft and captivating audiences with her soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics. A seasoned performer, she’s sung at gala events, shared the stage with acclaimed artist Ed Cash, sang the platinum hit “Holy Water” live in a packed out arena with We The Kingdom, and even performed at an event attended by a governor. At home, she’s the big sister to four younger brothers and a vital part of her church community, where she helps lead worship and co-wrote a song that’s become a cherished staple in their services. Thrilled to lead worship at WILD GOD 2026, Mary-Kate brings her deep love for music and faith to inspire and connect with the group.

TC Eckstein is a Christian singer-songwriter from Southeastern Indiana who uses his music to glorify God and encourage others in their walk of faith. He’s the voice behind Wild God, the theme song written for this event, and a founding member of The Fight—a brotherhood committed to fighting for families and communities (Nehemiah 4:14). TC leads with humility, passion, and a heart fully surrendered to Christ. Learn more about The Fight here: https://www.thefight414.com/

Worship isn't limited to music—it can be expressed through every gift God has given us.

During this unique worship experience, Sarah Stewart uses her artistic talents as an act of praise, creating a live painting in real time as worship music fills the air. Guided by prayer, Scripture, and the movement of the Holy Spirit, Sarah transforms a blank canvas into a powerful visual expression of worship before the audience's eyes.

As the painting unfolds throughout the worship set, attendees will witness not only the creation of a beautiful piece of art, but also a living demonstration of what it looks like to surrender one's gifts and talents to the Lord. Many are amazed at what can emerge when creativity becomes an offering of praise.