Camping with Alcohol Alternatives!

For many, camping and alcohol go hand in hand. That makes sense – you’re on vacation away from the stress of mainstream life. An adult beverage poolside or around a campfire is a nice combination. 🍷🍸🍹🍺

At The Woods, we want to make sure our guests have a choice. That’s why we developed SOBAR – The Alcohol Alternative to be an option for you at our events.

You’ll find:

SOBAR set up at all our block and campsite parties.
SOBAR Alcohol Alternatives on all our shot crawls.

SOBAR is not just for folks in recovery. Our SOBAR initiative also encourages guests to take a break from drinking with some delicious Alcohol-Free mocktails, liquid and even Jello shots!

Promoting Inclusivity in Social Spaces

Socializing in a natural setting is about building connections. By offering a variety of alcohol-free options, the aim is to:

Foster an Inclusive Environment: Ensure that individuals who are sober, in recovery, or simply choosing not to drink feel equally welcome at every event.
Support Personal Choice: Provide guests with the autonomy to choose beverages that align with their personal health or lifestyle preferences without feeling excluded from the festivities.
Enhance the Overall Experience: Offering creative non-alcoholic beverages allows for a wider range of flavors and experiences that everyone can enjoy throughout the night.

Creative Alternatives for Gatherings

Instead of standard options, The Woods SOBAR will focus on high-quality, refreshing alternatives. Some popular choices seen at recent events include:

Handcrafted Mocktails: Utilizing fresh ingredients like mint, lime, and seasonal fruits to create sophisticated, flavorful drinks.
Zero-Proof Classics: Traditional favorites like ginger beer, spiced cider, or botanical infusions that offer a complex taste profile without the alcohol.

Community Impact

The shift toward offering more diverse beverage options reflects a broader commitment to wellness and respect for individual choices. By making non-alcoholic options a standard part of every gathering, The Woods becomes more accessible to everyone, ensuring that the fun of the campground experience is shared by all guests.

The Woods Recovery Group Meetings

Every Saturday at 11:30am, Woods volunteers host a 12-Step Recovery Meeting. All fellowships welcome.

Check the Schedule of Events for the location each week.

The SOBAR Slushy Station

Stop by Site 118 for the ultimate weekend treat! Cruise on by to grab a custom, alcohol-free frozen slushy that proves you don’t need booze to pack a flavorful punch! 🪵🍹

Brought to you by the legendary Woods’ Master Camper program, this machine is churning out wild, creative flavors every single weekend of the season. 🚀

We need your help to keep the ice flowing! Drop a donation to support the machine, fuel the fun, and keep these delicious treats serving all summer long! ☀️🍦

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Research and create non-alcoholic mocktails

Bartend at the SOBAR booth at events

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Setup/Breakdown SOBAR at events

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