What’s Included:

Opening Songwriters Performance

To kick off the event, come watch last year’s retreat participants perform some of their new original songs at the Snowy Owl Theatre, an event open to the public, so feel free to bring a friend. (This could be you next year!)

Open Mic Nights

This is the heart of the retreat. Each night we will gather together in an intentional and supportive space, around the campfire if the weather permits, to share original songs. Participants are encouraged to talk about the process.

Discussions

Whether you are a professional or don’t identify as a “musician,” We have lots of dynamic ways you can participate and learn. Mornings will be dedicated to discussions on facilitated topics relating to all aspects of songwriting such as lyricism, arranging, storytelling, form, musicality, circle singing, vocal improv, drumming, music performance, confidence and more!

Perhaps you are looking for inspiration, focus, collaborating partners, constructive feedback, or technical help. Maybe you simply need the time and dedicated space to do more of what you love. We want this event to help unblock whatever barrier might be standing in your way.

Small Practice Space

Have a collaborative idea and just need some dedicated hours to practice together? We will have a small handful of private, nature inspired practice huts to inspire your creative collaborative flow.

Movement

Begin each day with an optional, inspiring led movement class such as yoga or qi gong, taught by local teachers.

Group Connection and Play

Part of what makes this event unique is the safe, supportive and connected space we create. We will be taking some time to get to know each other and offer some fun, connecting activities to make the weekend even more awesome. Optional, yet encouraged!

Reflection Time/Hiking/Fun

We came here to relax, right?! Take the time you need to unwind, be still and let inspiration find you. We will provide lots of free time and space for reflection, hiking and connection with other activities. The property offers hiking trails, big starry skies, an art walk, organic garden and a serene and meditative nature experience.

Accommodation

Accommodations are clean, comfy and easily accessible within and near the main meeting rooms. Sleeping arrangements consist of clean, cozy shared rooms in different configurations (queen beds and bunk beds, all in shared rooms). First come first serve so sign up now if you want a specific room! If you prefer to bunk with a particular person, please include their name in your registration and we will do our best to accommodate. For those that prefer guaranteed private accomodations, that’s an option as well, at the neighboring property, Sleeping Lady Resort.

The facility is open and encouraging to groups of all beliefs and backgrounds. The meeting spaces are welcoming and versatile.

Food

All food is included! Enjoy three nutritious and delicious home cooked meals a day, as well as 24 hour coffee, tea and other refreshments always available. Let us know if you have dietary needs including vegan, GF, Kosher, etc. 8 meals included - first meal served is Thursday dinner, last meal is Sunday breakfast.

Take-Aways

• Songcatching tools and tips

• Creative confidence

• New skills in music

• New friends and connections

• Magic

• Soothing time in nature at a world class setting

• A feeling of relaxation and peace

• A new song

We so look forward to having you join us for this truly magical weekend.