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The American Society of Dowsers
​66th Annual Conference
June 4-7, 2026 

The Conference
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Whether you're an experienced dowser, a beginner, or just curious about how dowsing and energy practices can help to enhance your life and work, the Annual Conference of the American Society of Dowsers (ASD) is a wonderful place to learn and explore. 

Every year, ASD brings together leading experts and teachers to instruct on the diverse fields of dowsing, from evolving consciousness to subtle energies, healing modalities to space clearing, finding lost objects to water dowsing, and earth geomancy to building labyrinths, as well as dowsing for mind, body, and spirit. 
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Choose among many speaker presentations, dive into an in-depth workshop, explore the on-site bookstore and metaphysical expo, or book a session with one of our trusted wellness practitioners. Beginners are encouraged to take ASD’s cornerstone Dowsing Foundation class.

Come together with your community, a heart-centered group, and gain dowsing knowledge and skills, guided by those walking the same path.
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What's Included With Registration
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  • All Speaker Presentations on a wide variety of dowsing applications. Enjoy the full speaker presentation schedule from Friday through Sunday, or register for a single day, your choice. Selected speakers to be announced in March.
  • Community Gatherings that may include an Expert Dowser Panel, Keynote presentation, evening socials, and/or opening and closing ceremonies. 
  • Metaphysical Expo & Bookstore, where you can learn about the latest tools, chat with practitioners and shop to support your dowsing journey. ​

How to Register
Register for the Conference in Two Steps

First, decide how you'd like to attend. Conference runs from Friday to Sunday (6/5 - 6/7). Will you come for a single day, or join us for the full event?
Can't make it to Maine? You can also attend the Conference virtually! Our Livestream option will allow you to watch all of the Conference Presentations and Keynote Speakers. You'll have two weeks to watch whoever you'd like as much as you'd like. It's a great way to be part of the fun even if you can't be here in person. (And Members get a special pricing discount). We also have great half-day workshops as well as our updated Level 1 & Level 2 Dowsing Foundation Classes. There is an additional charge for these options and they are scheduled from Thursday to Sunday (6/4-6/7).
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Second, register with the Ferry Beach Retreat & Conference Center. Their registration process will walk you through booking lodging, meal plans, and/or day passes ($50 per day, per person for each day you attend), as applicable. To register with Ferry Beach, click the link below.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
If you're not staying on-campus, you still must reserve day passes ($50 per day, per person) for each day you attend, and purchase a meal plan. Register Here.
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About the Venue

Like summer camp for grown-ups, Ferry Beach is a rustic beachfront retreat and conference center encompassing 32 acres, including 19 buildings and a campground. Ferry Beach offers a variety of retreat and conference options along with event opportunities all year long. ​

The relaxed campus features a boardwalk for easy beach access, a sand volleyball court, two playgrounds, an art studio, a fire pit, and an outdoor chapel. On-site accommodations include quaint cottages, dormitories and a campground nestled among the trees. Let the sound of ocean waves lull you to sleep and wake you refreshed in the morning.

Located on the coast of southern Maine, Ferry Beach is easily accessible: 30 minutes south of Portland, ME, and its International Jet Port; 25 minutes from the closest Amtrak station; and 90 minutes north of Boston, MA.
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Pricing and Registration:
Register Now & Enjoy Early Bird Discounts until December 1, 2025!
  • Ferry Beach Member - 1 Day EARLYBIRD! – $220.00 
    Single day admission to the ASD Conference.

  • Ferry Beach Member - Full (3 Days) EARLYBIRD! – $410.00 
    Admission to the ASD Conference from Friday (6/5) through Sunday (6/7).
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  • Individual Non-Member - Full (3 Days) EARLYBIRD! – $460.00
    Admission to convention from Friday (6/5) through Sunday (6/7).​​

IMPORTANT:
There are 2 separate registration processes for this conference! You must complete both parts!


Part 1: Register with ASD for the conference.
Register For the Conference

Part 2: Register with Ferry Beach for the day pass- meals & (lodging if applicable). ​
Register For Lodging with ferry beach
Register As a commuter(not receiving lodging)with ferry beach

 Our Location

Ferry Beach is a beachfront retreat  center in Southern Maine (Saco, ME). Experience a respite away from the everyday world, with 32 acres including many porches, a wonderful dining center, volleyball court, playgrounds, art studio, outdoor chapel and of course the beach!
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 Lodging

Choose the desired lodging accommodation that works best for you/your loved ones. We have a wide variety of cabins & cottages, dorm rooms (single/double/family size) and campsites to choose from. ​
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What to Expect

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Looking for suggestions on what to pack, wondering what your experience will entail and all other details regarding your stay? Click "read more" below to help you prepare. Standard arrival check-in for retreats is 4:00pm and room check-out is at 10:00am.
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Our mission at Ferry Beach is to awaken hearts to explore, grow and renew the spirit of universal love. 
We work by creating programing and events in the areas of Arts & Culture, Education, Spirituality, Sustainability, Personal Growth and Justice & Action.  
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Ferry Beach Retreat & Conference Center is a 501(c)3 membership organization. 
Our mission is to awaken hearts to explore, grow and renew the spirit of universal love.  We accomplish our mission through work in the areas of
​arts & culture, education, spirituality, sustainability, personal growth and justice & action.
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  • Home
  • Organization
    • Governance
    • Board of Directors
    • Board Interest
    • Staff
    • Work at Ferry Beach
  • Membership
    • For Members >
      • Strategic Plan
  • Giving
    • One-Time Giving
    • Sustaining Gifts
    • Donation Pot
    • The Beachkeeper Program
    • Quillen Shinn Society
    • Memorial Garden
    • Endowment Fund
    • Scholarship Program
    • Capital Campaigns
  • About
    • Our Mission & Values
    • History
    • Contact Us
    • Directions
    • CELEBRATING 125 YEARS
  • Schedule
    • Open Jam
    • Community Dinner
    • Quantum Sound Healing Experience
    • Holiday Party
    • Winter Craft Fair
    • Winter Solstice
    • Winter Wonderland Weekend
    • A New Year Retreat
    • Young Adults Weekend
    • Coastal Heart Retreat
    • Crafter's Retreat
    • Winter Vacation
    • Quilting Retreats
    • Bread Making Class
    • Coffee Hour
    • Beyond the Gender Online Course
    • American Society of Dowsers Conference
    • Work Week
    • Profound Treasury
    • Sand and Stars
    • Independence Getaway
    • RE Week
    • Choral Fest
    • GAYLA
    • Women's Healing
    • Family & Friends
    • Circles of Life
    • Company of Women
    • Circle of Music
    • Sacred Circle Dance
    • Motivational Interviewing
    • Quilting by the Bay
    • The Beach Getaway
    • Labor Day Weekend
    • SOS Saco Bay Conference
    • Vintage Improv
  • What to Expect
    • Our Facility
    • Our Retreats
    • Our Dining Center
    • Our Accessibility
    • Our Policies
  • Lodging
  • News
    • Discovery
    • Maine Storm & Climate News
    • Blog
  • Plan a Gathering
    • Gathering Spaces
    • Planning Resources
  • Store