Writing Alone and with Others: An AWA Method-based Retreat

(We have just reserved our dates at Jericho House for our 2027 retreats — please scroll to the bottom of the page to see those dates and reserve.)

 

In September of 2026, we are returning to Jericho House in the Welland/Niagara region of southwestern Ontario. (Click HERE for a powerpoint slideshow of Jericho House).

In these AWA Method Retreats, participants will have lots of time for self-guided work on the projects they bring. AND there will also be three OPTIONAL group sessions offered each day.

In the late morning we have generative writing sessions in the AWA method, including the immediate strengths-based feedback that is so nourishing and affirming to the first drafts of our work.

In the late afternoon, we have communal times of powerful production using the Pomodoro method.

And in the evenings there is an opportunity to read a piece of your work to the group and get more specific feedback. (Participants will have an opportunity to sign up to read once during these evening feedback sessions over the week.)

Additionally, during the week you may request a private conference with Sue or James to discuss your work, your project, or whatever else you have questions about.

In these retreats, Inkslingers strives to find the ideal balance to nurture the body, the mind and the writing. All group activities are optional, with lots of time for reading, walking, napping, and conversation.

The beginning of May is a little early and the end of September is a little late for swimming, but Lake Erie is close by for the polar bears in the crowd! (In 2023 in October a number of us were swimming in the warm, post-summer waters on the Erie shore about a 10 minute walk south of the retreat centre.)

At Jericho House, each participant gets a comfortable single room with a private bathroom and a desk. All meals are provided. (All dietary restrictions must be registered at least two weeks before the retreat).
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

5 day retreat: September 21-25, 2026

(Total Price: $1,025 +tax).

To Be Added to the September 2026 Waitlist:

 

If you will be paying in American dollars or another currency, please see the currency converter here.

 

Our dates have been decided for 2027 for returning to Jericho House:

Our Spring Retreat Dates: April 19 to 23rd (5 days, 4 nights)

 
 
 

Our September 2027 Retreat Dates: September 13 – 19 (7 days, 6 nights)

If you will be paying in American dollars or another currency, please see the currency converter here.