AWCS Annual Writers Retreat
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URSA Retreat Centre
May 30 - June 2, 2024 Spend a weekend immersed in creativity and writing at the beautiful URSA Retreat Centre. This intimate retreat offers a space for writers to connect, grow, and receive personalized feedback from experienced authors, all while enjoying a relaxed, supportive atmosphere.
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retreat highlights
- One-on-One Manuscript Consultations: Receive personalized feedback during 50-minute consultations with our Authors in Residence.
- Group Discussions & Activities: Participate in dynamic and interactive sessions led by our Authors in Residence.
- Author Reading: Share your work with fellow participants in a supportive, intimate setting. Choose a piece you’ve worked on during the retreat or bring a piece you love.
- Creative Breaks and Relaxation: Self-directed creative breaks for relaxation, rejuvenation, and creative inspiration. Optional activities such as nature walks or reading.
- Self-directed writing time: Spend as much time as you need, writing on your own.
- Evening Fun: Join us for firepit chats, games, and other evening activities.
Retreat schedule
- Friday: Arrive by 2 PM for a welcome reception and an opportunity to meet other participants.
- Saturday & Sunday: Enjoy a blend of manuscript consultations, group discussions, and dedicated writing time. There will be plenty of space for writing and creativity.
- Monday: A final breakfast before departure at 11 AM.
The retreat is designed to provide a relaxed, inspiring environment focused on creativity, connection, writing, and relaxation. Personalized feedback, engaging activities, and meaningful discussions are all part of the experience.
Cost
AWCS Members: $650
Non-Members: $750
(Fee includes 3 nights accommodations and all meals. Check in: 2:00pm MT, May 30, Check out: 11:00am MT, June 2)
AWCS has a subsidy program available for anyone who needs it. For more information, see the J Michael Fay Subsidy Program.
Non-Members: $750
(Fee includes 3 nights accommodations and all meals. Check in: 2:00pm MT, May 30, Check out: 11:00am MT, June 2)
AWCS has a subsidy program available for anyone who needs it. For more information, see the J Michael Fay Subsidy Program.
accomModation
Shared accommodations. 2-person, 4- person and 8 person rooms. Sorry, no single rooms. If there's someone you would like to share with, please let us know and we will do our best. Some rooms are equipped with desks, but we encourage people to write in the dining lounge, the library, the games room, the patio, outdoors, or a quiet spot in the hallway.
Food restrictions can be accommodated, just let us know.
Food restrictions can be accommodated, just let us know.
manuscript consultations
Submit your work prior to the retreat to the Author in Residence of your choice. During the retreat, you will have a one-hour manuscript consultation. Reserve your consultation spot at the time of booking.
Manuscript Submission Details:
- Stay tuned the details are coming!
authors in residence
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