Registration Is Now Open!
Join us this September for the 2026 Wellness in the Woods Annual Conference: The Power of Hope.
Early Bird Pricing Available Now
Early Bird ticket types expire at 9:00 AM CT on August 21, 2026.
Why Attend?
Be Inspired
Hear from speakers exploring hope, healing, recovery, resilience, and human connection.
Learn Practical Strategies
Leave with ideas, tools, and conversations you can carry into your life, work, organization, or community.
Connect With Community
Join people with lived experience, family members, peer support professionals, providers, advocates, and community members.
Featuring Keynote Speaker Dr. Tolulope Ola
The Hope Prescription: The Science and Spirit of Hope, Healing, and Human Connection
Dr. Ola will open Friday’s hybrid conference day with a keynote presentation exploring the science, spirit, and human connection at the heart of hope.
Free VPSN Pre-Conference Series
Before the main conference begins, join us for three free virtual sessions through the Virtual Peer Support Network.
Sessions will be held at 3:00 PM CT on September 4, September 11, and September 18.
Ready to join us for The Power of Hope?
How can you help?
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800-523-3333
Text “MN’ to 751741
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In a life threatening situation or medical emergency, call your doctor or 911.
Just need to talk?
Wellness in the Woods 5:pm – 9:am Daily 844-739-6369
Minnesota NAMI Warmline 4:pm – 8:pm Thur – Sun 888-334-7754
Mental Health Advocacy Minnesota Warmline 5:pm-10:pm Mon – Sat 877-404-3190