Join Holy Wisdom Monastery 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Aug. 17, for the Eco-Contemplative Creative Writing Retreat with three talented workshop facilitators who will guide you through contemplative and nature-based creative writing practices to inspire and generate your writing. No experience is necessary. Lunch is prepared by our chef, a simple yet nourishing meal from our gardens and local farmers. An optional guided prairie tour is included.

Schedule
8:30 – 9 a.m. – Arrival and Coffee
9 – 9:30 a.m. – Opening Circle and Intentions
9:30 – 11 a.m. – Writing & Wellness with the Land – Megan Sharpless
11 – 11:45 a.m. – Prairie Tour (optional)
Noon – 1:00 p.m. – Lunch
1 – 2:30 p.m. – Listening to Land, Listening to Self – Rebecca Jamieson
2:30 – 3 p.m. – Coffee Break
3 – 4:30 p.m. –Observational Writing & Sensory Storytelling – Léna Remy-Kovach
4:30 – 4:45 p.m. – Closing Circle & Gratitude

Cost: $85, includes lunch

Learn more & register: https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/eco-contemplative-creative-writing-retreat/
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Please register by August 10, 2025. The capacity of the program is 30 people and registration will close when full.