Hey friends!
The sun is setting and winter is coming — join us by the fire on longest night of the year? 

Feral Circle Wellness is hosting a laid-back, soul-nourishing Winter Solstice gathering at The Benzai Bloomstead, and we’d love for you to join us! Expect a evening filled with intention setting, meaningful rituals, and grounding activities. 

We’ll honor the energy of the season with meditations, ceremonies, and connection. Think cozy campfires, stargazing, and hanging out with an amazing group of like-minded folks on a beautiful 30+ acre homestead. 

We will spend the majority of the evening inside the Studio. Bring something comfy for floor sitting (there will be a few chairs available for those that can't sit on the floor and a few bolsters/pillow seats), your open heart, and whatever helps you feel comfy. We may spend a little time outdoors, so dress in layers for the cold. Come join us and reset, recharge, and celebrate life under the sun and stars.

This gathering is for adults 18+ only.
Can’t wait to share this magical experience with you! 

Duration is 2p to 11 pm December 20.

Please note that all ticket sales are final. We are unable to offer refunds unless the event is cancelled by Feral Circle Wellness.

We appreciate your understanding, as a great deal of planning, energy, and resources go into making this experience special for everyone.

If you have any questions or need to transfer your ticket to someone else, feel free to reach out—we’re happy to help however we can!

I fully understand that my presence on the property at 2001 East Greensboro Chapel Hill Rd., Graham, NC 27253, “THE PROPERTY”, (also known as Benzai Bloomstead) exposes me to the risk of personal injury, death, or property damage. Furthermore, I fully understand that my participation in workshops and events on THE PROPERTY exposes me to the risk of personal injury, death, or property damage. I hereby acknowledge that I am voluntarily attendant on THE PROPERTY and agree to assume such risks. I hereby release, discharge and agree not to sue Benzai Bloomstead, LLC; the owner and/or residents of THE PROPERTY, workshop instructors, event organizers and all others associated with THE PROPERTY and events thereon for any injury, death, or damages to or loss of personal property arising out of, or in connection with, my presence on THE PROPERTY from whatever cause. In consideration for being permitted on THE PROPERTY, I hereby agree, for Myself, my heirs, administrators, executors and assigns, that I shall indemnify and hold harmless Benzai Bloomstead, LLC, Morgan Siem, Sandy Triangle, LLC, and Wayne Hall from any and all claims, demands, actions, or suits arising out of, or in connection with, my presence on THE PROPERTY.

I understand that photographers and videographers may be present on THE PROPERTY and that images taken of me while I am there may be used by Benzai Bloomstead, LLC; Morgan Siem; and Sandy Triangle, LLC.

I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS LIABILITY WAIVER. I FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENTS. I AM AWARE THAT IT IS A FULL RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND AGREE TO IT ON MY OWN FREE WILL.

We will circle up for welcoming and introductions. We will also begin our grounding process and pass some Palo Santo or Sage to cleanse and prepare us for this Solstice ceremony. 

We will come together and share a light meal of snack and tasty treats. If you would like to participate please bring a dish to share. Note: We will have access to a full kitchen for heating up and storing cold foods.  

Join Joanna for a mindful crafting exercises. All supplies will be provided.

We will light the bonfire for the evening and share songs. Bring your drum, shaker, other acoustic instruments and let's make some music together. As the night goes on, feel free to return to your natural state like the day you were born. ;)

Wayne will share a short cacao ceremony and meditation. Unlike commercial chocolate, the cacao used in these ceremonies is minimally processed, retaining its natural properties. The ceremony will start with the setting of intentions, followed by the consumption of the warm cacao drink and we will relax in a pleasant guided meditation. 

We will say our good byes and close out the formal event. We'll share our reflections, exchange a few hugs, and while some may share a tear, others will laugh. In the end we'll all be refreshed with the joy of our celebration, ready to go back to our everyday lives.

After this will socialize for a few more hours.

What is Shibari?  Shibari originated from Hojo-jutsu, a method of restraining captives and a form of torture, before morphing into the erotic bondage Kinbaku (Kinbaku-bi literally translates as “the beauty of tight binding”) in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Those that are familiar with or want to learn some Shibari techniques are welcome to come and join us. We will discuss some basic ties, have a few books on Shibari, and some spare ropes. If you have ropes (5-8mm thick and 10-30ft in length are best).

Please be packed and driving home by 11pm!
We look forward to seeing you again for our Spring event (it may not be on the equinox).