Writing the Wild in Sedona, Arizona
Applications open October 1
Learn to see like a naturalist and write with intention in one of America's most inspiring landscapes.
Workshop at a Glance: This is for you if you are a nature-curious writer of any genre and any level who wants to slow down and let the desert in.
📍 Sedona, Arizona
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Fly in to Flagstaff Pulliam Airport or Phoenix Sky Harbor
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Rent a car or take a shuttle to your Sedona accommodation
🗓️ Dates
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Applications open Friday, Oct. 1, 2026
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Arrive by Sunday, March 21, 2027
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Workshop runs Monday, March 22 through Friday, March 26, 2027
🧑🏫 Instruction
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Experiential, place-based curriculum led by expert instructor Eric Aldrich, Ph.D.
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Small cohort: 7-10 participants
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Generous 1:1 and group feedback
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Free time for writing and reflection
💳 Costs
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Tuition: $2195
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Limited accommodations may be available: $595+
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Nonrefundable deposit: $500 at time of acceptance
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2 guided excursions included
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Travel & other expenses excluded
Sedona as the Classroom
Es un escenario ideal para que los viajeros curiosos exploren la intersección entre lugar e historia.
Granada ofrece un entorno rico y complejo para descubrir historias.
Los barrios históricos, los ritmos cotidianos, la arquitectura y las tradiciones culturales crean un entorno ideal para la escritura y la reflexión centradas en el lugar.
A lo largo de la semana, los participantes interactúan con la ciudad a través de excursiones cuidadosamente seleccionadas, diseñadas para generar material y profundizar su comprensión.
What you'll do
During five immersive days
you'll alternate between field observation, discussion, guided writing, and individual feedback. You'll learn to notice more deeply, generate stronger material, and experiment with techniques that can strengthen any genre.
You'll spend time:
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Writing in Sedona's landscapes
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Practicing close oberservation
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Experimenting with craft techniques
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Sharing work in a supportive community
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Receiving individual feedback
You'll leave with:
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Fresh writing generated in the field
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Practical observation and revision techniques
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New ways of seeing landscape and place
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Greater confidence in your writing practice
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A notebook full of ideas to keep developing
Conoce a tu instructor
Laura Porfirio
Laura es educadora y coach de narración de historias, y ayuda a los participantes a dar forma a sus relatos con claridad, profundidad y voz propia. En Granada, guiará al grupo a través de todo el proceso de creación de historias de viaje, desde la observación de los momentos clave hasta la redacción y presentación de un trabajo finalizado.
How Enrollment Works
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and are not competitive. The application helps us learn about your interests, understand your needs, and create a cohesive workshop group. If space is available and the workshop is a good fit, you’ll receive an invitation to enroll and reserve your seat with a $500 deposit.
Applications open October 1, 2026 →