CampfireTales in Ghana

A Purpose-Driven Storytelling Journey

14 days of cultural connection, storytelling, and community exchange

CampfireTales founder Ryan McAbery, storyteller and business consultant, and co-founder Betsy Benoit, who has extensive experience leading volunteer trips to Ghana, are offering a unique Storytelling Journey to Ghana in March 2026.

Designed for writers, storytellers, educators, creatives, and curious travelers, this trip values interest and openness more than expertise. You don’t need to be a practiced storyteller, only willing to engage. Over two weeks, you will learn from the storytelling traditions of the Volta Region, partner with Friends of Adaklu, and work with youth and adults as they explore their own voices. You will return with meaningful relationships, deeper cultural understanding, and a developing or fully drafted personal story.

Week One: Village Immersion in Adaklu - 7 Days

Learn the Storytelling Tradition

Travel from Accra to the Volta Region to work directly with community partners and villagers. Learn from Elders, the Chief, the Queen, and community members about how story supports memory, identity, teaching, and cultural continuity.

Empowering Youth

Support students in grades 7 through 9 as they build personal stories and learn to speak with confidence and authenticity.

Men’s and Women’s Story Traditions

Alongside learning, you will share elements of Western-style personal narrative. This helps adults shape their stories and strengthens both individual expression and cultural growth.

Community Storytelling Night

An evening gathering where youth, Elders, and community members share personal and traditional stories. Participants share their own developing narratives as well.

Daily Reflection and Personal Time

Quiet writing sessions, bead-making with Nunya Village students, cooking with a local family, sightseeing, and restful evenings. Air-conditioned rooms provide comfort throughout the week.

Week Two: Coastal Reset in Cape Coast - 7 Days

Guided Writing and Storytelling Workshops

Two structured workshops to work on writing about your experiences and your own personal storytelling.

Additional sessions provide time to refine your story with optional peer feedback.

Time to Explore and Reflect

Slow, restorative days including:
• Beach walks
• Visit to St. George’s Castle in Elmina
• Walk across the canopy bridges at Kakum National Park
Evenings are open for reading, writing, and quiet connection.

What’s Included

• Air-conditioned stays in Ho and Cape Coast
• All meals except one lunch and one dinner, plus bottled water
• Private transportation with a dedicated driver and guide
• All workshops and instruction
• All cultural activities and excursions
• Partnership programming with Friends of Adaklu
Airfare not included

This is not Just travel

It is a relationship. It is mutual learning. It is story as bridge from past to present, culture to culture, person to person.

Learn more: hello@campfiretales.org
Contact: Betsy Benoit