Elk River Writers Workshop

The 2024 Elk River Writers Workshop was held from August 11 to August 16 at Chico Hot Springs, a historic retreat in Pray, Montana, near Yellowstone National Park. The program featured workshops, craft talks, outings, lectures, panel discussions, and campfire readings for poets, fiction writers, and nonfiction writers. The faculty included poets Sean Singer and Ana Maria Spagna, novelists Debra Magpie Earling and Jamie Ford, and memoirist Taylor Brorby. Tuition, which included meals, was $1,600; some scholarships were available. Lodging was available at Chico Hot Springs and other area hotels. To apply, writers submitted a writing sample of up to 3,000 words and a brief bio with a $25 application fee by May 1. To apply for scholarships, writers filled out an online application form after completing a workshop application; they applied by April 1 for scholarships for local writers, Indigenous writers, and other diverse writers. Visit the website for more information.

Accessibility accommodations include accessible sidewalks, pathways, and doorways; a single-level event space; accessible restrooms; and accessible parking. Assistive listening devices are available upon request. E-mail the director for additional accessibility details.