About Birdsong Gathering

At Birdsong, families can take a break from the busyness of everyday life to reconnect with nature and experience the beautiful Mojave Desert. The gathering enriches the lives of those wanting to learn primitive, ancestral, and outdoor skills—or simply enjoy time outdoors. Birdsong's focus is youth, teens, and young adults especially homeschoolers, world schoolers and lifelong learners.

What will camp life be like?

All classes and activities such music, storytelling, games, etc. aims at involving our next generation. Our goal is to bring the youth back to loving nature while offering opportunities to learn meaningful new skills and positive experiences that they will take with them their whole life. It will be a time to connect with your family, make new friends, and share in a memorable, heartwarming experience.

Visit our class/instructor's page to explore a selection of sample classes and activities offered at Birdsong. Participants can engage in a wide range of hands-on experiences, including archery, fire making, candle making, wood carving, musical performances, flint knapping, primitive cooking, storytelling, drumming, weaving and fiber arts, herbalism, cordage making, knitting, and more. Additional on-site activities include hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Team | Birdsong Gathering

Where is the gathering located?

Birdsong takes place on a picturesque private ranch in the Mojave Desert, near the Nevada–California border. The exact address will be shared with registered participants. Each day begins with the sounds of roosters and farm animals under a bright desert sky. The ranch offers ample space for tent camping, buses, trailers, and RVs. Amenities include standard flushing restrooms, hot showers, and shared community meals served in a charming antique barn cafeteria. Guests will also enjoy the presence of horses, goats, sheep, pigs, chickens, native wildlife, and breathtaking views of a star-filled night sky.

What to Bring

Please come prepared as you would for a typical camping trip. Below is a recommended packing list to help you make the most of your experience:

Eating Essentials: Bowl, plate, cup, utensils, and a camp stove
Food: Lunches and snacks for the week (light breakfast and dinner will be provided)
Camping Gear: Tent or car camping supplies; RVs and trailers are welcome for dry camping only, no hookups.
Clothing: Be ready for both sunny and cool weather; bring a sun hat and a beanie
Warmth: A Buddy Heater is recommended for cold mornings and evenings
Comfort: Table, canopy, camp chair, or blanket for seating
Optional Items: Musical instrument, homemade crafts for the Barter Fair and Trade Blanket
Personal Items: First aid kit, sunscreen, toiletries, etc.
Writing Supplies: Journal, pen, and pencil
Extras: Cash for any material fees associated with certain classes

Note: Potable water and restroom facilities (including hot showers) will be available on-site. While the ranch offers a peaceful, remote feel, the nearest shops are approximately 30–40 minutes away by car.