Woods Flock (WF)

Woods Flock is an outdoor camp-style furry gathering held at Fall Creek Falls State Park in Spencer, Tennessee, using the Newton Ford Bunk Group Lodge. The event runs each April and centers on group hikes, board games, animal encounters, and campfire socials rather than traditional convention programming.

2026: Out the Door, Into the Cosmos

Running over the spring weekend of April 10-12, 2026, the convention uses an "Out the door, into the cosmos~" theme.

Woods Flock centers on stripping away convention stress. Situated inside Fall Creek Falls State Park (at the Newton Ford Bunk Group Lodge), attendees trade Dealer's Dens for group hikes, board gaming sessions, and educational animal encounters. The highlight of the weekend is the nightly campfire hangouts, where the community gathers for acoustic jams, storytelling, and s'mores. It serves as a family-friendly, nature-focused option for mid-South attendees.

How Do I Get to Woods Flock?

Because Woods Flock is set in a state park, transit requires ground transportation:

• Driving is Essential: Fall Creek Falls State Park in Spencer, Tennessee is a drive-in destination. The park is within road-trip distance of Nashville, Knoxville, and Chattanooga.
• The Carpool Network: Because a car is required, attendees commonly organize carpools across the regional South, making the drive a social part of the weekend.

Where Should I Stay for Woods Flock?

The lodging trades hotel rooms for Appalachian charm:

• The Group Lodge: The convention is based at the Newton Ford Bunk Group Lodge. Attendees sleep in shared bunkhouses, which encourages immediate socialization.
• The Camping Alternative: The state park offers surrounding campsites where attendees can pitch tents or park RVs.
• Gear Planning Check: Attendees should pack for the outdoors, including appropriate trail footwear, warm sleeping gear for the bunkhouses, and flashlights for evening campfire walks. Plan for fluctuating spring weather.

Past Years

2025: Community Gathering

Woods Flock continued its tradition of outdoor fellowship in 2025, focusing on its core mission of nature-based community building in the Tennessee wilderness.

What Are the Highlights of Woods Flock?

• A Nature-Focused Convention: An outdoor furry camp set in the Appalachian wilderness.
• The 2026 Cosmos Theme: A nature-and-stars-focused aesthetic for the April 2026 dates.
• Campfire Culture: Built around evening campfire socials, communal board gaming, and group hikes.
• Family Friendly: A welcoming, inclusive environment for a relaxed community weekend.