VOLCANO CAMP

May 6-7, 2025

Volcano Camp is a two-day immersive for members of the trade by invitation.  Limited spaces will be available for the keynote session & lunch on May 7th from 11am-4pm at Obsidian Ridge Vineyard in Kelseyville, CA. If you are interested in attending the keynote session, please submit the form below.

KEYNOTE SESSION ITINERARY

10am: Hike a Volcano with Geologists Seth Burgess (USGS) and Phil Mooney (SSU)

11am: Layers of Influence-Primary vs Weathered Volcanic Soils
Ryan Woodhouse (K&L Wine Merchants) moderates a panel of geologists, viticulturists and winemakers as we taste and discuss two flights of wines from volcanic winegrowing regions around the world. 

12:30pm: Asado lunch prepared by Chef Kevin O'Connor

2:30pm: Selling the Edge-How Do We Talk About Volcanic Wines?
An open forum to explore the stories that connect vineyards halfway around the world in an industry focused on AVA.

4pm: Adjourn

6pm: Paella dinner at Peace & Plenty Farm

Obsidian Volcano Camp is pleased to support the Somm Foundation, an organization that provides assistance in the education and professional development of those in the wine and spirits business.   

For a recap and photos of the first Volcano Camp in April 2024, check out our Adventure Journal.