Sound Bath & Camping Under the Stars

Sound Bath Under the Stars is a special event hosted at Okihi by Stephen and Katherine Winters of the White Wolf Wellness Foundation. Okihi is a magical 14-acre wild space on the north side of the Kern River.

Even though it's located only 15 minutes from downtown Bakersfield, Okihi can still feel like a world away! You'll be sure to find the right spot to enjoy the Kern River with our 2000 ft of riverside property.

Camping will be available only through booking online, available via HipCamp > Okihi

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What to bring if you have it :

Cushioned mat, sleeping bag, pillows, yoga bolsters, drinking water

Proceeds from the event will go toward the Okihi restoration project, and support the White Wolf Wellness Foundation.

What is a Sound Bath?

A sound bath is an immersive journey of sound and vibration designed to guide you inward. Instead of following a song or melody, participants are enveloped in waves of pure tone and resonance. You may choose to sit, lie down, stretch, or even drift into sleep—most find comfort lying on the floor, allowing the body to fully receive the vibrations.

Like ripples moving through water, sound waves travel deep into the layers of body and mind, gently massaging and rebalancing the nervous system. Unlike traditional music, these sounds are abstract, spacious, and free of structure. This simplicity helps quiet the busy mind and opens the door to a subconscious journey—riding the waves of sound wherever they may lead.

We weave together Tibetan and crystal bowls, gongs, flutes, drums, didgeridoo, harp, the human voice, and layers of electronic soundscapes. Each instrument is chosen for its unique ability to create harmonies, rhythms, and frequencies that restore natural balance to the mind-body-spirit connection.

What is Lucid Dreaming?

Lucid dreaming occurs when you “wake up” within a dream and realize you are dreaming—allowing you to actively explore and participate in your dream world. Across cultures and traditions, dreamtime has been seen as a sacred space for wisdom and insight into the mysteries of the self.

Though often elusive, lucid dreaming can be cultivated as a practice. A lucid dreaming sound journey is one way to gently open the door to this state of awareness, offering a safe space to explore dreamlike consciousness while awake.

How Does it Work?

We begin with gentle movement and mindful breathing to relax the body and quiet the mind. From there, carefully tuned sound frequencies—including binaural rhythms—guide you toward states of deep rest and heightened awareness.

This state is similar to the Theta brainwave pattern, the same state we enter during dreaming. In this liminal space between waking and dreaming, the subconscious speaks. Here, participants may experience vivid imagery, dreamlike sensations, or simply profound rest—each journey is unique.

✨ This experience is open to all—no prior meditation or sound journey practice is needed. Just bring an open mind, a comfortable place to rest, and a willingness to explore the landscapes within.

Host or Publisher White Wolf Wellness Foundation