Share Your Passion at Freezing Woman 7
There’s a unique stillness that settles over Algonquin Park in November. In this quiet, stunning landscape, we gather for Freezing Woman.
Each year, the community comes together, to face the cold, and to find a collective warmth in shared stories, skills, and inspiration. As we begin to dream and plan for Freezing Woman 7, we turn to the heart of our festival: you.
The magic of Freezing Woman is found in the small moments of connection and discovery. It’s in the quiet confidence gained from learning from one another. It’s in the shared laughter around a campfire, and the pride of mastering something you never thought you’d try.
These moments are created by the community, for the community. They are sparked by individuals who have a passion to share, a skill to teach, or a story to tell.
An Invitation to Share
We are now seeking proposals for workshops and activities for Freezing Woman 7. If you have an idea that aligns with our spirit of adventure, conservation, art, and skill-building, we would be honoured to hear it.
This is an invitation for anyone to become a core part of the festival experience. And to thank those who step up to share, we are thrilled to offer a special token of our gratitude. Hosts who have their activity or workshop accepted will receive:
A VIP dinner at a restaurant in town on Saturday night with our speakers, volunteers, fellow workshop or activity hosts, and RnL Tree Members. Imagine sharing a meal and conversation with world-class adventurers!
A complimentary one-year RnL tree membership.
A special thank-you gift as a memento of the weekend and our appreciation.
Inspiration for Your Proposal
Your idea doesn’t need to be complex. The most impactful sessions are often born from a simple, authentic passion. Whether you are a seasoned expert or a dedicated hobbyist, your knowledge is valuable. To help get your ideas flowing, consider these possibilities:
For those passionate about Outdoors skills:
Fire in the Rain: Mastering the art of an all-weather fire
Navigating with confidence: Ditch the GPS for Map and Compass
The Perfect Shelter: Tarp Setups for Any Weather
Knife and Axe Sharpening: Caring for Your Most Essential Tools
Winter Foraging: Identifying and Using Late-Season Edibles
Planning for the unexpected: The basics of First Aid
For the Creative Soul:
Our new art workshops are a chance to connect with nature on a different level. We are especially seeking women and Indigenous creators to lead these sessions. Imagine hosting:
Wild Ink & Impressions: Printmaking with Natural Materials
The Landscape in Your Journal: Field Sketching for Adventurers
Beadwork Beginnings: Crafting a Zipper Pull Inspired by Nature
Natural Dyeing with Found Botanicals
Click!: Capturing that perfect photo in the woods
For the Backcountry Guru:
Help others build the confidence to deepen their own adventures. You could share your hard-won wisdom through a hands-on session.
Backcountry Gastronomy: Mastering Dehydration and Spice Blends
Leave No Trace: A Deeper Dive into Wilderness Ethics
The Art of the Pack: How to Pack for Comfort, Efficiency, and a 3-Day Trip
Solo Tripping with Confidence: From Mindset to Practical Skills
I Hate Portaging: Save yourself time and distance by single carrying
For the Community Builders:
Some of the most memorable moments are low-cost, volunteer-led activities that bring us all together. Do you have a talent for fostering connection?
Story Slam: Tales from the Trail
Sunrise Moment of Gratitude: A Guided Morning Reflection by the Lake
Bannock Bake-Off: A Fun, Flour-Filled Competition
the Frozen Yogi: Stretches for the Cold-Weather Adventurer
the Fairest Campsite of them All: A contest to invite teams to decorate their campsite - there are so many possibilities here. best light show, best nature theme, best costumes, etc.
How to Submit Your Idea
Your unique perspective is what makes our schedule so rich and diverse. It’s the combination of talks, workshops, activities that makes Freezing Woman even more rewarding.
If you feel that spark, we encourage you to step forward and share it.
Proposals will be reviewed as they are received. We’ll be reviewing the proposals, and reaching out to help you dial them in with supportive feedback. We’d love to help you maximize their chances of being accepted, and attracting participants.
We plan to announce the schedule by September, so don’t wait!
Thank you for being part of this community. We can't wait to gather with you again by the lake.
