Writers in the Wild

09/08/2024

Are YOU joining us for the Blue Ridge Writing Retreat?

We're trying to get a handle on your interest for the 2025 spring retreat. In order to find the best timing for the most people, we are asking for help in choosing a date.

29/04/2024

Another review from the mountains of Georgia. Thanks for the kind words, Tricia Kreis. We can't wait to see you next year, too!!

24/04/2024

After a long day of writing on day 3, we enjoyed a movie night. Then woke up to a bright and crisp day to continue our productivity. Our excursion on day 4 brought us to Blue Ridge for some meandering and a nice dinner at Harvest On Main followed by a repeat of s'mores by the fire pit. Our writers left on day 5 after our "not goodbye breakfast" created by our amazing personal chef Tintswalo Catering.

This group was inspiring and connected and found some special friendships among their kindred souls. There were so many laughs and a lot of words written. Until next year, Blue Ridge!

22/03/2024

You'll have to wait until next year, the Blue Ridge retreat is sold out. We have a waiting list if you'd like to get on it. Link in Bio.

08/03/2024

Who's in?

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14/02/2024

Last chance to join us! Prioritize your writing. We handle everything. All you need to do is get there and write.

07/02/2024

Learn how retreat host, Kristi Leonard, started Writers in the Wild writing retreats.

I know how lucky I am that each week I get to chat with an amazing variety of writers, retreat hosts, and venue owners. This week's interview with Kristi Leonard (Writers in the Wild) continues that trend.

Kristi is involved in the writing world from many aspects - President of the Women's Fiction Writers Association, author, audio narrator for nonfiction books, writing retreat host, and future host of a podcast for writers.

As you can imagine, our conversation touched on a variety of topics:

📌 All the details for Kristi's next Writing in the Wild Retreat in Georgia.
📌 Where her idea for the retreat came from.
📌 How hers differ from many others out there.
📌 Lessons learned from hosting her first two writing retreats.
📌 How she promotes them with an emphasis on email marketing.

And so much more!

Listen to the episode here >> https://ywrcpodcast.com/036

~Lisa

05/02/2024

We are coming down to the wire now, only 3 rooms left. There are some amazing women joining us for this retreat.

Are you coming?

Do not miss it! writersinthewild [dot] net. Your writing deserves space and attention. THIS is where you'll be guaranteed to get it.

21/01/2024

Only four rooms left for the Blue Ridge Writing Retreat. Three of the four have desks and their own private bathroom. The fourth is in a quieter bunkhouse with 2 other rooms with it's own living room and a shared bathroom. All rooms come with meals prepared by our private chef and two excursions (hiking to a private mountaintop for a picnic lunch, and a trip to Blue Ridge, GA for wandering and dinner). We start the retreat setting intensions during guided meditation. You will have ample opportunity to write during our quiet hours every single day of the retreat. You'll get to know your fellow writers during our welcome happy hour, by the outdoor fireplace for s'mores, and during our shared meals. Take a solo hike or join some of your new friends on the miles of trails you can access right from the lodge. If your creative endeavors are in need of rejuvenating, this is the place for you. Rooms are selling fast. Link in bio.

13/01/2024

If you have writing goals this new year, we can help you meet them. We handle everything, all you need to do is WRITE.

Single and double rooms still available.

Join us for the Blue Ridge retreat April 19-23, 2024. Link in bio.

13/12/2023

Bring a friend to the Blue Ridge retreat. Double rooms are an affordable way to attend and THIS room is still available. Each of the three floors of the lodge has its own living room plus the wrap around porch has ample seating. There is SO MUCH space to write. Do not miss this one.

It’s the best gift you can give yourself this holiday (or hint to your family that you NEED this)!!!

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10/12/2023

I thought I’d re-introduce myself. Hi, I’m Kristi Leonard, your retreat host. I started Writers in the Wild because I couldn’t find the kind of retreat I wanted.

I hike weekly with a group of writers, and the days after a hike are the best writing days for me. It’s the combination of movement, fresh air and being around creative people who “get me” (seriously, writers are a unique breed). So that’s exactly what you get on my retreats.

We don’t have classes or workshops, we WRITE. You will get pampered with excellent food by our personal chef. You’ll sleep really well in luxurious bedding. You will have access to miles of hiking trails right on the property (265 acres). We have many opportunities to gather with excursions and around the outdoor fireplace.

It’s the gift you should give yourself this holiday. Join us for the Blue Ridge Retreat April 19-23,2024.

https://www.writersinthewild.net/blueridge-retreat

29/10/2023

If you're looking for a connection to nature to ignite your creativity, book your spot now for the Blue Ridge Writing Retreat. The combination of fresh air, dedicated writing time, and camaraderie is the magic sauce to success for your writing. Link in bio.

24/10/2023

Cooperstown excursion was a blast. Stopped at Fly Creek Cider Mill for some hard cider tasting on our very own trolley. Then headed to America’s hometown for a walk and an interesting adventure in an old used bookstore looking for the most obscure book. Dinner at the Oswego Inn was delightful (but not nearly as good as the food our private chef, Mark, has been serving. All in all, it was a great last evening. We all accomplished so much and hate to have to say goodbye tomorrow. This Is Cooperstown, NY

21/10/2023

Some of our amazing women are busy writing during the first morning up in the Catskills at the Autumn Writers in the Wild Retreat!
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Feeling so thankful for this cozy space we get to call home for the weekend.

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21/10/2023

Day 1 of the Catskills Retreat is in the books. Hiking, happy hour, gourmet dinner, and great conversation by the fire. Can't wait for day 2!

13/10/2023

We recognize that there are many different writing retreat options out there. New article on our website, what to consider when choosing a writing retreat.

Of course, we hope you choose ours. But even if you don't, we hope you find one that speaks to your needs.

Choosing the perfect writing retreat is a significant decision that can greatly impact your creative journey as a writer. With a multitude of retreats available worldwide, each offering a unique experience, it's crucial to make an informed choice. In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve deeply into...

10/10/2023

The wait is over. Registration is open for the Blue Ridge writing retreat with Writers in the Wild. Nestled within 265 acres at the start of the Blue Ridge mountains in Georgia, this retreat will bring all the glory of nature to your doorstep. With hiking trails on property and an expansive wrap around porch, this luxury cabin is the perfect place to get away and get inspired. Join in and do not miss this opportunity to meet your writing goals with focused writing time and inspiration around every corner (really, we have inspiration stations around every corner). You'll join other writers for excursions and fantastic meals by our private chef. Do not miss this one! Link in bio.

02/10/2023

For those of us coming from parts of the US without fall foliage, it is exciting to think about crisp walks in the woods, sweater weather and hot chocolate by the fire. We are looking forward to the fantastic writerly conversations that will take place among our guests. If you need some time away to wrap yourself in your own story, you better get that booking done today. Time is almost out to make it on this one. Catskills Retreat, October 20-24, 2023.

23/09/2023

Several of the Blue Ridge retreat participants convened in Chicago for the 10th Anniversary conference. The friends you make on a retreat with us are friends you can’t wait to see again!!

12/09/2023

Today is the day to make your writing a priority. The Catskills Writing Retreat is the perfect beginning to do just that.

10/09/2023

It's time to give yourself the space to make real progress on your WIP. Get away and get s**t done. You owe it to yourself and your writing. https://www.writersinthewild.net/catskills-retreat

03/09/2023

New on the blog today, an essential guide to hiking in the Catskills in the fall, including what to pack and how to prepare for unexpected weather. If you're a nature lover and a writer looking to get inspired, join us for the Catskills Writing Retreat, October 20-24, 2023.
https://www.writersinthewild.net/post/hiking-the-catskills-in-late-october-your-essential-guide

27/08/2023

Fall is the perfect time to get cozy and focus on your writing in Cooperstown, NY.

You'll leave the Catskills Writing Retreat with a widened circle of writing friends and a renewed passion for your work. You'll eat healthy meals prepared by our private chef. You'll get out in nature on miles of hiking trails on the 355 acre property. You'll have access to the indoor pool, tennis courts, and steam room. You'll sit around the fire pit, overlooking the horse paddocks and watch the sunset with your new writing crew.

And our last evening you'll travel by private trolley () to the for a tasting, then into Cooperstown for dinner ( ). The horseback riding excursion right from the property is an awesome add-on. But don't worry, we have quiet time for writing (it IS a writing retreat, after all).

It's time for you to give yourself the gift of a luxury retreat to get away and get inspired. You and your writing are worth it.

18/08/2023

We get a lot of writing done on our retreats. But we also have fun. At the Catskills Retreat in October, we have hired the Leatherstocking Trolley Company to bring us to the Fly Creek Cider Mill for cider tasting, then to This Is Cooperstown, NY for dinner on the lake. Join us for the Catskills Writing Retreat, October 20-24th, 2023. Book now.

https://www.writersinthewild.net/catskills-retreat

04/08/2023

You do not want to miss this one! Hiking, writing and camaraderie is the recipe for moving your writing to the next level. We have a place for you in Cooperstown, NY this October 20th - 24th. It is worth the investment to take a giant step forward on your project. Catskills Writing Retreat. https://www.writersinthewild.net/catskills-retreat

24/07/2023

Personal Testimonies are the lifeblood of any business. Thanks to our guests for sharing their thoughts.

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I think you've found your calling. You were AMAZING! The women were AMAZING. The retreat was AMAZING. I loved it.

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I thought this retreat was well organized, held at a beautiful location, involved the right mix of activity and writing time, and I honestly can't think of anything that you need to improve.

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I really enjoyed the writing time. It was just the right balance of mixing with like-minded writers and time to get some work done. I never felt obligated to join in any group activities, and that was nice.

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Every writer dreams of going away to a cabin in the woods to write. The Writer’s In The Wild Blue Ridge Retreat fulfilled that dream for me with luxury accommodations, a private chef, guided meditation, hiking, camaraderie with fellow writers, and plenty of quiet time to write.

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In April, ten women writers came together for an unforgettable five days in the Blue Ridge Mountains. We ate and drank. We shared stories, and spent time in nature. We hiked, and laughed, and cried. We put down thousands of words on pages. The Writers in the Wild Retreat was a magical experience that connected women writers, most who had never met before. I cannot wait for the next one.

17/07/2023

New on the blog today. Six reasons to go on a writing retreat. https://www.writersinthewild.net/post/6-reasons-to-go-on-a-writing-retreat

08/07/2023

Indulge your senses and focus on your writing. Connect to the people who "get you". Don't miss the Catskills Retreat, October 20th-24th, 2023. It's time to put your writing first. Book now.

01/07/2023

Registration is open for our October retreat in Cooperstown, NY just in time for the fall foliage. Good thing, too, it's on a property with 355 acres and miles of hiking. Did I mention the indoor pool and steam room? This is not a tired cabin in the woods, people. There's 9,000 square feet of luxury accommodations and a private chef. Don't forget the writing friends you'll meet and have forever! This is NOT one to be missed. Don't have FOMO. Only 5 rooms left. https://www.writersinthewild.net/catskills-retreat