Imagine six days with nothing to do but write, reflect, and commune with nature in one of the world’s most splendid natural settings. That is what “Writing the Canyon” offers. The program will be held at the Mather Campground located in the Grand Canyon. Roughing it amenities include restrooms, BBQ grills, hot showers, laundry, & access to pay phones. Computer facilities are graciously provided by our co-sponsor, the Grand Canyon Unified School District.
Roughing & Writing the Canyon will be indelibly written in the memories of the participants who come from all over the United States.
What Teacher/Writers say of past writing retreats . . .
“It was fun being allowed to write in a non-threatening situation, and at the same time explore. This was a real retreat for me that made me relax.”
“I especially found valuable the private time with nature ('ambulatory thinking time') . . . some of my best writing came from here.”
“I loved the unstructured (or minimally structured) approach. I felt relaxed and inspired . . . the support & camaraderie were refreshing, and the scenery -- well --you know!”
“This is easily the best post-graduate experience I have had . . . such a wonderful writing retreat.”
“Thanks for being so ‘real’ & so flexible. It really creates a positive learning environment.”
“’Writing the Canyon’ has helped me to find an author within. The guest authors were diverse and provided inspirational material.”
Sponsors:
- The Grand Canyon National Park
- Grand Canyon School District
- Northern Arizona Writing Project nawp
Due to limited availability and on-going construction of the training and housing facilities at the Grand Canyon, we are unable to offer our Writing the Canyon retreat at this time.