The American Society of Dowsers presents
The 65th Annual Conference
May 28 – June 1, 2025
Ferry Beach Retreat & Conference Center | Saco, Maine
The longest-running esoteric conference of its kind in the U.S., The American Society of Dowsers’ Annual Conference overflows with opportunities to learn, connect, and experience all that dowsing and the dowser community have to offer.
We are excited to have you join us at the conference this year.
Registration is open! Reserve Your Spot TODAY
STEP 1: Register for Conference
Your conference registration includes:
- All Speaker Presentations on a wide variety of dowsing applications. Build—or dowse!—your own schedule. (Workshops start on Thursday and are sold separately). 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.
(Interested in applying to speak? Apply Now.)
Access to Community Gatherings that may include an Expert Dowser Panel, Keynote presentation, evening socials, and/or opening and closing ceremonies. There will be many opportunities to mingle with your fellow dowsers, meet new friends, and share your experiences. Our itinerary is still being developed; stay tuned for the details!
Metaphysical Expo & Bookstore, where you can learn about the latest tools, chat with practitioners and shop to support your dowsing journey. (Interested in Vending? Apply Now)
Space is limited! Reserve your spot now:
Become a member + save
Members get special pricing on Convention attendance and workshops—at a discount greater than the cost of an annual membership.
Become a member and receive benefits throughout the year:
IMPORTANT: All attendees must ALSO register with the lovely venue, Ferry Beach Retreat & Conference Center, whether or not you stay on-site. Proceed to Step 2.
STEP 2: Register with the Venue
About Ferry Beach
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. The relaxed campus features 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.
Let’s break bread together. Dine, talk, share, and meet your fellow conference participants in Ferry Beach’s gorgeous, newly renovated dining hall. Join us for freshly made, all-you-can-eat meals.
Location
Ferry Beach Retreat & Conference Center, 5 Boardwalk Drive, Saco, ME 04072
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. Plan how to get there HERE.
Registration
Ferry Beach’s registration process will walk you through booking lodging, meal plans, and/or day passes, as applicable.
Purchase your day passes if you’re commuting, and/or choose on-site lodging and meals. Choose “Adult” if you’re staying on campus, or “Adult Commuter” if not.
Questions about registering at Ferry Beach? Contact them directly at phone 207.282.4489 or email info@ferrybeach.org.
Other Options
Not staying on-campus? You still must reserve day passes for each day you attend, and purchase a meal plan. Register Here.
Conference is during the area’s busier season. Be sure to make your reservations early!
AirBnB. Numerous AirBnB’s are available near Ferry Beach. Use the map function and confirm with the host that your choice is close to our venue: Search AirBnB.
Nearby Hotels. Find an alternative hotel or motel in or around Saco, Maine:
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STEP 3: Upgrade Your Experience
Enhance, deepen, and customize your conference experience with these optional add-ons.
Workshops
Choose from full-day and half-day intensives with select speakers and/or our popular foundational Dowsing class (great for beginning dowsers and newbies). Workshops run from Thursday through Sunday. The schedule will be announced in March!
Interested in presenting a workshop? Apply to Speak HERE.
Wellness & Metaphysical Practitioners
Book on-site services and readings with mediums, healers, bodyworkers, psychics, massage therapists, bodyworkers, and more. Time slots are first-come, first-serve, so they fill up fast! Make the wellness room one of your first conference stops. On-site sign-ups only.
Interested in offering your services as a Practitioner? Apply to Be a Practitioner HERE.