Skoolie Swarm
is the premier gathering celebrating the nomadic and traveling lifestyle, anchored by a major winter Swarm in Florida, a New York Fall gathering, and with an exciting expansion of events this year. Whether you’re in a Skoolie, van, box truck, RV, toy hauler, airstream, truck camper, campulance, camper, minivan, tent or however you roll, you belong!!!
Skoolie Swarm has quickly become the beacon for those passionate about the nomadic lifestyle. Every winter, skoolie enthusiasts, van lifers, and wanderlust-filled souls converge in sunny Florida for an unforgettable ten day-long celebration. But the gathering doesn’t stop with the winter sun. Every fall, the Skoolie Swarm community sets its sights on a new location, keeping the spirit fresh and the journey ever-evolving.
As the community grows, so do our ambitions. In the coming years, Skoolie Swarm is gearing up to introduce even more events, each designed to deepen connections, share innovations, and celebrate the freedom that defines the nomadic movement. Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or just starting your journey, the road ahead promises more gatherings, more adventures, and more memories with Skoolie Swarm.
Join us Next Year!!!
Mar 10-17th, 2027
Swarm to the Shepherd 2027
Melrose, Fl
Join the Skoolie Swarm as we learn more about God and grow deeper in our relationship with Jesus. Everyone is invited. Whether you already know Jesus or want to know him more.
The 3rd annual Swarm to the Shepherd will be held at Trinity Camp & Retreat Center in Melrose, Florida. This is not a festival, it’s a chance to come and relax with the Christian travelling/nomad community. We will have epic potluck dinners, community breakfasts, kickball games, Costume party, informative talks, movie nights PLUS daily devotion groups, worship music, a nightly sermon series and more!
In February 2026 we had over 22 rigs in attendance. You do not have to be a traveler/nomad to join us at the Swarm to the Shepherd.
There are full bathrooms, a commercial kitchen we can use if we keep it clean, porta potties in the area where we all park, a pool, zipline for kids, lake for fishing or use with kayaks or paddle boards and an ultimate frisbee course. The location is right beside a nice rails to trails bike path and pickleball courts.
We will even take a hayride to meet some sheep!
The exact location is Trinity Camp & Retreat Center 7980 County Line Rd Melrose, Florida. Please ask anyone you invite to register on our website www.skoolieswarm.com
We will be allowing daytrippers to come, worship, learn with us and meet the community.
Practice your off grid skills. There are no electric hookups. Generators are allowed. Loud generators and 24 hr generators will be asked to park in their own area. There is NO Dump Station but there is water to fill tanks. Firewood will be available for purchase on site or you can bring your own.
February 19 – 28th, 2027
10th Annual Skoolie Swarm
Melrose, FLorida
Big things are happening at our 10th Annual Skoolie Swarm®. Skoolie Swarm is the best nomad gathering in the Southeast; currently hosted on 70 acres in Melrose, FL. Amenities include a commercial kitchen open to anyone who needs it, bathhouses, a swimming pool, a lake, a covered basketball court, a zipline for kids, carpet ball tables, and more – but the greatest amenity of all is the community you instantly become a part of! There are all sorts of fun activities on the official schedule and there is even an un-official schedule where attendees can add their own activities. If you are already living the nomad life, you will find your people here! If you are interested in the nomad life, you will find that this is an epic opportunity to see what it’s all about, learn, ask questions, meet like-minded people, and even see a wide variety of rigs to spark your creativity!
What people love about Skoolie Swarm:
I recently attended the Swarm, my first ever, and I feel compelled to share my experience. Having only watched videos of other builds and people from various walks of life at different stages of their journeys, I didn’t fully grasp the impact of this event until I was there in person. The sense of belonging and warmth from the community was immediate, making me feel as if I’d always been a part of this incredible group.
Interacting with so many individuals, each at unique points in their skoolie adventures and possessing various levels of expertise, was enlightening. Seeing families thrive and individuals exuding happiness in their life choices reaffirmed my decision to become part of the skoolie community.
What stood out the most was the spirit of collaboration and support. When a couple of members faced major engine issues, it was heartwarming to see how many people came together to help, converging on a concrete pad in the middle of nowhere. The way everyone pitched in was nothing short of magical, a true testament to the goodness that still exists in the world.
The Swarm is more than just an event; it’s a beacon of community spirit, support, and education. The value of the experiences and connections made here is immeasurable. I highly recommend attending the Swarm to anyone seeking a deeper understanding and a genuine sense of community in the skoolie world.