CLEARWATER WRITERS FALL 2020 WOMEN’S WRITING RETREAT NOV. 5-10

UPDATE 5/6/2020: BECAUSE OF THE UNCERTAINTY AROUND THE CORONAVIRUS EPIDEMIC, CLEARWATER WRITERS WILL NOT BE HOLDING ITS FALL WOMEN’S RETREAT. LOOK FOR US TO RETURN IN 2021 WITH NEW PROGRAMMING AND A NEW LOOK. THANK YOU FOR 7 YEARS OF SUPPORT!

OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS!

Now its seventh year, Clearwater Writers is a writing retreat series hosted by Reflections Inn, a quiet, rural travel lodge situated in North Central Idaho on the wild and scenic Clearwater River.

The program was established to provide writers time and space away from the usual concerns to focus on furthering projects in a peaceful, inspiring setting. With new and established writers coming from as far away as Los Angeles and Austin, our retreats are also developing a reputation as “the answer” for anyone who is looking for guidance with a particular project.

Retreats are facilitated by the Inn’s writer-in-residence, Paula Coomer, poet and author of such books as Somebody Should Have Scolded the Girl,Jagged Edge of the Sky, Dove Creek, Nurses Who Love English, and Blue Moon Vegetarian. With more than 20 years of experience as a teacher of creative writing at both the university and community level, Ms. Coomer offers creative inspiration and support for all writers, regardless of achievement or ability.

Features of the Retreat

5 nights in a scenic wilderness setting in Idaho’s Rocky Mountain foothills
Beautiful, private accommodations
A maximum of 6 other writers
Very low rates (see below)
Feedback on up to 25 double-spaced pages of writing (find specific formatting requirements here)

Meals and Transportation

Attendees bring their own meal preparations. Cooking, cold storage, and communal dining space are available in 2 fully-equipped, well-appointed kitchens
Compact refrigerators in each room as well as coffee makers; some rooms also include a microwave oven
Food Service option ($150 additional fee applies) available upon request
For air transportation and car rental contact the Lewiston-Nez Perce County Regional Airport

Application for Clearwater Writers 2020 Fall Women’s Retreat

To inquire further, write to Ms. Coomer at coom1286@hotmail.com. If you prefer, you may leave a message at 509-635-0444, and Ms. Coomer will get back to you.
Otherwise, please indicate your interest by sending a writing sample (no more than 1000 words) to coom1286@hotmail.com by Sept 20, 2020.
If you have been with us for a previous retreat, a writing sample is not required. Call or write Ms. Coomer prior to making reservations.
A phone interview will also be required of first-time applicants.
Cost for the retreat is $530.
- This includes room fees and a facilitator honorarium.
- Room rate is $75 per night plus 8% tax for a total of $405
  - This is nearly 50% off the usual rate
- A deposit of $205 is due by August 1, 2020.
- An additional $200 is due by September 16, 2020.
- Final payment of $125 is due upon arrival. Please bring cash or check (make check payable to Paula Coomer for this part).
- The fall retreat fills up quickly, so please contact us as early as possible.
Food Service is available for an additional fee of $150. This must be scheduled and paid in full by September 14. This fee is paid by check or PayPal directly to Ms. Coomer. If you are interested in Food Service, please write to coom1286@hotmail.com.
For maps and more about Reflections Inn, go to www.reflectionsinn.com
Successful applicants will be notified upon approval at which point they should make reservations by contacting Ruth May directly at the Inn at 208-926-0855.

OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS!

Now its seventh year, Clearwater Writers is a writing retreat series hosted by Reflections Inn, a quiet, rural travel lodge situated in North Central Idaho on the wild and scenic Clearwater River.

Features of the Retreat

5 nights in a scenic wilderness setting in Idaho’s Rocky Mountain foothills

Beautiful, private accommodations

A maximum of 6 other writers

Very low rates (see below)

Feedback on up to 25 double-spaced pages of writing (find specific formatting requirements here)

Meals and Transportation

Attendees bring their own meal preparations. Cooking, cold storage, and communal dining space are available in 2 fully-equipped, well-appointed kitchens

Compact refrigerators in each room as well as coffee makers; some rooms also include a microwave oven

Food Service option ($150 additional fee applies) available upon request

For air transportation and car rental contact the Lewiston-Nez Perce County Regional Airport

Application for Clearwater Writers 2020 Fall Women’s Retreat

To inquire further, write to Ms. Coomer at coom1286@hotmail.com. If you prefer, you may leave a message at 509-635-0444, and Ms. Coomer will get back to you.

Otherwise, please indicate your interest by sending a writing sample (no more than 1000 words) to coom1286@hotmail.com by Sept 20, 2020.

If you have been with us for a previous retreat, a writing sample is not required. Call or write Ms. Coomer prior to making reservations.

A phone interview will also be required of first-time applicants.

Cost for the retreat is $530.

This includes room fees and a facilitator honorarium.

Room rate is $75 per night plus 8% tax for a total of $405

This is nearly 50% off the usual rate

A deposit of $205 is due by August 1, 2020.

An additional $200 is due by September 16, 2020.

Final payment of $125 is due upon arrival. Please bring cash or check (make check payable to Paula Coomer for this part).

The fall retreat fills up quickly, so please contact us as early as possible.

Food Service is available for an additional fee of $150. This must be scheduled and paid in full by September 14. This fee is paid by check or PayPal directly to Ms. Coomer. If you are interested in Food Service, please write to coom1286@hotmail.com.

For maps and more about Reflections Inn, go to www.reflectionsinn.com

Successful applicants will be notified upon approval at which point they should make reservations by contacting Ruth May directly at the Inn at 208-926-0855.