Helen, GA May 11 - May 14, 2023
We’re excited to announce that we are hosting our 2nd annual Wine and Waterfalls weekend! We're also happy to be partnering with REI again! For 2023 we'll be back in Helen, Georgia but this event will be bigger and better.
Sponsored by REI and created by Outdoorsy Black Women. “Wine and Waterfalls” gives both first-time and seasoned campers the opportunity to learn from each other, connect with other Outdoorsy Black Women and create deeper connections with their inner outdoorswoman.
What is Wine and Waterfalls Weekend?
Wine and Waterfalls Weekend is an all inclusive, outdoor retreat experience that offers a variety of accommodations based on guests’ comfort levels, from “Do-it-Yourself” tent camping, to more comfortable Cabin or “Glamping” options with all necessary gear provided and ready for you upon arrival. This 4-day, 3-night retreat will cultivate community, ignite friendships and provide a safe space for Outdoorsy Black Women to soak in the serenity of all Mother Nature has to offer. This event will be held, rain or shine.
Also, we know it’s Mother’s Day weekend! You’re welcome to come with your daughter/mom or without, lol. Don’t worry, the event will be over in time to spend time with family on that Sunday if you choose to, lol.While we’re all excited and ready to have a great time, CDC-recommended COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed and enforced. Please visit our FAQ section below for more details.
Wine and Waterfalls is the perfect girl’s trip and opportunity to make new friends. Join us for this amazing weekend to remember!
**For safety reasons we will not be adding the full address for the location here. Once you’ve registered, been verified and fully paid for your ticket, you’ll be able to get the address to plan your trip accordingly. **
Payment plan options available through affirm, PayPal and Klarna.
What’s Included
- All-Inclusive Retreat Experience
- Outdoor Concert
- Diverse Camping Accommodations
- REI Outdoor Education Sessions
- Wine Tastings
- Black Fae Costume Prize
- Spa/Wellness Options
- Guided Waterfall Hike
- Morning Yoga
- Paint Party
- Wellness Sessions; Mini Makeovers, Massages, Trauma Coach Session
- Fireside Chat
- Catered Meals: Vegan/Vegetarian available; 2 breakfasts, brunch, 2 dinners and Saturday’s lunch
- SWAG BAG from our sponsors
Weekend Itinerary
3pm – 7pm | Guest Check-in & Mingle Wellness Stations Open |
7:30pm – 9:30pm | Opening Night Outdoor Concert |
9am – 10am | Morning Yoga w/ Transformation Coach Doella Thomas |
11am – 1pm | Brunch – A Word From Trauma Coach “Dorcas Pittman” |
2pm – 4pm | REI Learning Sessions
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4pm – 7pm | Downtime + Wellness Stations Open |
7pm – 8:30pm | Dinner: Fish-Fry Friday! |
8:30pm – 10:30pm | Paint Party Black Fae Costume Winner Announced |
8am – 9am | Breakfast |
9am | Bus pickup |
9:30am | Waterfall Hike |
12pm – 3:30pm | Vineyard Tours + Lunch |
4pm – 7pm | Downtime + Wellness Stations Open |
7pm – 8:30pm | Dinner |
8:30pm |
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8am – 8:45am | Morning Meditation & Affirmations w/ Transformation Coach Doella Thomas |
9am – 10am | Breakfast |
10am | Giftbags & goodbyes |
12pm | Checkout |
Camping
Connecting
Outdoor Fun
Wellness
2023 Accommodation Options
For the ladies who lodge! This cottage option is perfect for you. You get to enjoy all the creature comforts you’re accustomed to and then be outdoors for the activities, lol. Each cottage will accommodate 1 person.
Each cottage comes with everything you need to be comfortable. You will have power in your room. And you’ll have access to a shared bathhouse.
- Limited number of spaces available.
For the ladies who lodge! This cabin room option is perfect for you. You get to enjoy all the creature comforts you’re accustomed to and then be outdoors for the activities, lol. Each cabin will accommodate 4-6 people. If you are coming with a friend(s), let us know so we can make sure to get you in the same cabin together.
Each cabin comes with a TV, and everything you need to be comfortable. You will have access to indoor power, water and a bathroom!
- This is a shared space, price is for a cabin bed.
- If you are coming with a friend(s), let us know so we can make sure to get you in the same cabin together.
- Limited number of spaces available.
For the ladies who lodge! This cottage option is perfect for you. You get to enjoy all the creature comforts you’re accustomed to and then be outdoors for the activities, lol. This cottage will accommodate up to 4 people.
This cottage comes with everything you need to be comfortable. You will have power in your room. And you’ll have access to a shared bathhouse.
- Limited number of spaces available.
With our Glampout option, you get to enjoy the outdoors in comfort and style all thanks to our wonderful sponsor REI! Each glamping tent will accommodate 2 people. With our Glampout option you will have a glamped up tent, comfort cot(s), blanket(s), side table, rug, lantern and front porch area to sit and enjoy nature and the festivities. You will have access to power via the pavillion or if you brought your own generator. You’ll have access to the bathroom facilities, including showers via the bathhouse! Everything will be setup and ready for you upon your arrival. Just bring yourself and your personal items!
- This is a shared tent, 2 people max per glamping tent.
- If you are coming with a friend(s), let us know so we can make sure to get you in the same tent together.
- Dry camping
- Quiet Generators and Inverters allowed
- Limited number of spaces available.
Are you coming with your girls? With this Glampout option, you get to enjoy the outdoors in comfort and style. Each glamping tent will accommodate up to 4 people. With this Group Glampout option, you will have a glamped up tent, air mattress(s), linen(s) or quilt(s), side table, rug, lantern and front porch area to sit and enjoy nature and the festivities. You will have access to power, water and bathroom facilities, including showers! Everything will be setup and ready for you upon your arrival. Just bring yourself and your personal items!
*When you order, please put all the names of the attendee in the notes. Each attendee will still need to be verified separately on their own account.*
- This is a shared tent, 4 people max per glamping tent.
- If you are coming with a friend(s), let us know so we can make sure to get you in the same tent together.
- Dry camping
- Limited number of spaces available.
Our dorm spots are a perfect way to campout with a group or another indoor option.
The dorm spots come with everything you need to be comfortable. You will have power in your room. And you’ll have access to a shared bathhouse.
- Limited number of spaces available.
The Standard Camp option is another great done-for-you camping setup, we will provide you with all the gear you need for a weekend outdoors. We will setup a dome-style tent, sleeping pad and lantern for your to use over the weekend, all thanks to our wonderful sponsor REI. Everything will be setup and ready for you upon your arrival. You will have access to power via the pavillion or if you brought your own generator. You’ll have access to the bathroom facilities, including showers via the bathhouse! Just bring yourself and your personal items!
DIY is the perfect option if you have your own gear, you can setup your own tent! You bring all your gear, and we will have the perfect spot ready for you to pitch your tent! You will have access to power via the pavillion or if you brought your own generator. You’ll have access to the bathroom facilities, including showers via the bathhouse!
- Dry camping
- Quiet Generators and Inverters allowed
- Max tent size of 12ft x 12ft
- Each tent can include 4 people max.
- Limited number of spaces available.
Tent camping not your thing? That’s totally fine! Bring out your RV or Camper Van and we’ll have a spot waiting for you! This will be a dry camping experience. With the RV Camp option, you will have all the comforts of your own home. Just bring yourself and your camper and be ready to enjoy this beautiful weekend retreat! While there are no hookups, you will have access to bathrooms and showers.
- Dry camping
- Quiet Generators and Inverters allowed
- Max rv size of 30ft.
- Limited number of spaces available.
**For safety reasons we will not be adding the full address for the location here. Once you’ve registered, been verified and fully paid for your ticket, you’ll be able to get the address to plan your trip accordingly.**
Frequently Asked Questions (2023)
Who is this event for?
- Any Black women or Afro-WOC who are interested in having a wonderful time and engaging in sisterhood. You will have to be an Outdoorsy Black Women member to attend, if you’re not at the time of registration, you will be asked to sign up. :)
- Must be 21+
- No men, children, or pets allowed.
- This is strictly an event for US ladies, again no husbands, children, and pets lol
- Registered service animals are allowed. Must provide notice and documentation.
I’m not an Outdoorsy Black Women member, can I attend?
- You’ll have to sign up first to be able to register. If your account is unable to be verified, your account will be suspended and registration will be refunded.
What Does My Ticket Include?
Your ticket includes the following:
- Accommodations
- Food
- Entertainment: Paint Party, Concert, Winery Tours, Morning Yoga, Fireside Chats, REI Education Sessions, Waterfall Hike, etc
What’s not included?
We will have vendors that will be selling their products and services, those are not included in your ticket: spa services, etc.
How far is the location from Atlanta?
From the Atlanta Airport the distance is 102 miles, so about 2hrs driving time.
For safety reasons we will not be adding the full address for the location here.
Once you’ve registered and fully paid for your ticket you’ll be able to get the address to plan your trip accordingly.
*We will be sending this information out to attendees Feb 2023*
What is the nearest airport to the location?
From the Atlanta Airport the distance is 102 miles, so about 2hrs.
For safety reasons we will not be adding the full address for the location here.
Once you’ve registered and fully paid for your ticket you’ll be able to get the address to plan your trip accordingly.
*We will be sending this information out to attendees Feb 2023*
What are my options for getting to the location?
If you are flying in, the best option would be to rent a car.
Once you register, you are added to a group within the community and you can also connect with other members to organize a carpool.
For safety reasons we will not be adding the full address for the location here.
Once you’ve registered and fully paid for your ticket you’ll be able to get the address to plan your trip accordingly.
*We will be sending this information out to attendees Feb 2023*
How do the payment plans work?
We have a variety of payment plan options handled through affirm, Klarna or PayPal.
*Your payment plan options can be selected during the checkout process.*
Plan options:
Weekly, Bi-weekly, and Monthly.
Will I have a Cottage or Glamping tent all to myself?
Shared cottages and glamping tents are shared accommodations.
Cabin option will accommodate 4-5 people max. If you’re booking a group, please let us know so we can keep you together, as long as there is availability.
Cottages will accommodate 1-4 people max. If you’re booking a group, please let us know so we can keep you together, as long as there is availability.
Glamping tents will accommodate 2 people max. If you’re booking for 2 people, we’ll work on keeping you together as long as there is availability.
What does the Glamping Setup include?
With our Glampout option, you get to enjoy the outdoors in comfort and style all thanks to our wonderful sponsor REI! Each glamping tent will accommodate 2 people. With our Glampout option you will have a glamped up tent, comfort cot(s), blankets(s), side table, rug, lantern and front porch area to sit and enjoy nature and the festivities. You will have access to power via the pavillion or if you brought your own generator. You’ll have access to the bathroom facilities, including showers via the bathhouse! Everything will be setup and ready for you upon your arrival. Just bring yourself and your personal items!
- This is a shared tent, 2 people max per glamping tent.
- If you are coming with a friend(s), let us know so we can make sure to get you in the same tent together.
- Dry camping
What's included in the Standard Tent?
The Standard Camp option is another great done-for-you camping setup, we will provide you with all the gear you need for a weekend outdoors. We will setup a dome-style tent, sleeping pad and lantern for your to use over the weekend, all thanks to our wonderful sponsor REI. Everything will be setup and ready for you upon your arrival. You will have access to bathroom facilities including showers via the bathhouse! Just bring yourself and your personal items!
- Each tent can include 2 people max.
- Limited number of spaces available.
What's included in the Bring Your Own Tent option?
This DIY is the perfect option if you have your own gear, you can setup your own tent! You bring all your gear, and we will have the perfect spot ready for you to pitch your tent! You will have access to power, water and bathroom facilities, including showers!
- Dry camping
- Quiet Generators and Inverters allowed
- Max tent size of 12ft x 12ft
- Each tent can include 4 people max
- Limited number of spaces available
What Does The Dorm Spot Look Like?
Our dorm spots are a perfect way to campout with a group or another indoor option.
The dorm spots come with everything you need to be comfortable. You will have power in your room. And you’ll have access to a shared luxury bathroom trailer.
- Limited number of spaces available.
What’s the bathroom situation?
There are full bathrooms with toilets, showers and sinks available.
There is a bathhouse available for campers, glampers, cottage and dorm attendees.
Cabin attendees will have access to bathrooms in their cabin.
I’ve never camped/glamped before, what should I expect?
You should expect an awesome time! This weekend was created to be an amazing experience for both inexperienced and pro campers/glampers. There is nothing like waking up outdoors to the songs of nature. The cool thing is, we will be there as a group, so if you are feeling unsettled, you can find some peace in knowing you’re among a wonderful community of women!
Is there Wifi?
A cell signal should be pretty decent for most providers. But it would be advisable to bring personal wifi, if needed.
What should I pack?
Everyone has their own preferences, but below are some suggested items to bring along:
- Toothbrush/toothpaste
- Clothes for your stay
- Any medication you may need
- Phone charger
- Camera (optional)
- Shower shoes (flip flops, chacos, or similar)
- Sneakers
- Comfortable yoga and meditation clothes
- Toiletries
- Pillow
- Snacks, while meals are included it’s still a good idea to bring your own snacks to hold you over in between meals.
- If you are DIY camping, here is a great camping checklist from REI
I’ve never hiked before, what should I expect?
No worries, we’ve chosen a trail that all members of all experience levels can participate in. We believe in “no woman being left behind”. The goal is for everyone to make it to the top.
The hike is rated as “easy” and is good for all skill levels.
It will be a guided hike, but we’ll make sure that everyone is comfortable along the way. There are also observation decks for the waterfall at different levels of the hike.
What’s the parking situation?
There is ample parking on this large private property.
There will be someone available on check-in day to direct you to your parking space.
I have dietary restrictions, will there be food options for me?
Yes, when you register you will be able to choose, a standard menu (with meat and dairy), vegetarian (dairy, no meat) or vegan (no meat, no dairy) menus.
What is your COVID-19 safety protocol?
- We ask that all guests are tested, with negative results, prior to arrival. *we do not require you to be vaccinated*
- Sanitation stations will be available around the camp.
- All shared spaces and surfaces will be cleaned and sanitized regularly.
- These guidelines will be updated according to CDC standards, if required.
What happens if it rains?
This event will be held, rain or shine. Since we have access to indoor and outdoor spaces we’ll still be able to have an amazing time!
No refunds will be given due to weather.
What is your refund policy?
For tickets purchased before February 1, 2023, we will allow refund requests to be made by February 28, 2023. *No exceptions*
Due to activities being paid for and covered, we will no longer provide any refunds requests made after February 28th.
For tickets purchased after January 31st, 2023, ALL SALES ARE FINAL. No Refunds will be given. *No exceptions*
In the event that you cannot make it, you will have the option to transfer your ticket to someone else by March 31st.
How do I become a Sponsor?
We’re ecstatic that you would love to sponsor this event! Email us at [email protected], we are happy to send over our sponsorship deck to answer any of your questions!
I have more questions, who can I talk to?
Email us at any time at [email protected], we are happy to answer any of your questions!
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You’re welcome, let us know if you need any help.
When do I have to pay
As soon as possible :), ticket sales end March 31st.
For the glamping option does 1 person pay the $787.50 if 2 are sharing? Is there a way to split it?
Hi there! The pricing is per person. So each person would pay for their ticket. Your ticket includes the following:
Accommodations
Food
Entertainment: Paint Party, Concert, Winery Tours, Morning Yoga, Fireside Chats, REI Education Sessions, Waterfall Hike, etc
What’s not included?
We will have vendors that will be selling their products and services, those are not included in your ticket: spa services, etc.
Any more solo cottage options
We apologize, those are sold out.
Excited to attend.
I’ve already seen Ginuwine 2x in concert I will opt out on this one. That’s all I do is attend Concerts, don’t do clubs or bars. But enjoy ladies he gives a great show.
Hello. Are there any Standard Tent spots still available? I don’t see that option for purchase.
Hi there! Unfortunately the Standard spots are sold out now, but we do have glamping spots and DIY spots available. 🙂
Thank you so much!
Are there any more dorm tickets available
The dorm tickets are sold out. We do have glamping, 1 cabin spot and DIY tent tickets available 🙂
I dont have a guest are there any spots for 1 individual
The DIY can be done solo, if you’re solo for glamping, we’ll pair you with another solo glamper. There’s also 1 cabin spot available too.
Hello, I’m looking forward to Wine &Waterfalls. I see meals noted for all days except Thursday…will dinner be provided that evening?
All the meals provided are the ones that are listed 🙂
On Thursday we’ll have appetizers for the meet & greet before the concert. We will not be providing dinner for that day.
Hello! I want to book but still waiting to be verified. Any spots still opened?
Hey Jahlisha, we do have a few spots available. Your account is verified now so you’re good to go! 🙂
I missed it..all tickets sold out 🙁
We just sold out! Stay tuned though, we’re about to give people the opportunity to reserve their spot for the next one 🙂
How do I reserve tickets for 2024?
There is nowhere to register for 2024, even when signed in. I am a member and signed in but there is no link. @Tiff_888 any suggestions Queen?
Hi dainelle86! Reload the page. The link is now active again. 🙂
Hi! Click the link at the top of the homepage (https://outdoorsyblackwomen.com/) to reserve your spot for 2024. The link has now active again. 🙂
Hi @Rosie79! You can reserve your space for 2024 here. 🙂
How do I reserve a spot for 2024?
Refresh this page, then click “Reserve Your 2024 Ticket”. Follow the prompts to save your spot. 🙂
I’m trying to apply for the Dorm this yr.
What is the new date for the 2024 Outdoorsy event? Is it around mother day week again for next year?
Hi! Yes we’re aiming for Mother’s Day weekend 2024 🙂
When is the deadline for 2024 wine and waterfalls? I am interested in being in a tent.
Hi there, this is just for early reservations. We haven’t released tickets yet 🙂
I’ve already reserved my spot. And it is paid. Is that the final payment
That is just a reservation of the spot. Once tickets go on sale you’ll be able to buy your actual ticket 🙂
What is the full ticket amount for wine and waterfalls 2024?
Hi, looking to buy a ticket for this year 2024 but I don’t see where I can purchase one.
Hi! Here’s the link for this year https://outdoorsyblackwomen.com/events/outdoorsy-black-women-presents-wellness-waterfalls-weekend-2024/