Join Douglas Wood for an extraordinary weekend writers’ workshop at beautiful Osprey Wilds Environmental Learning Center near Sandstone, Minnesota. Enjoy peak fall colors in a mature maple/basswood forest. Explore nearly 800 acres of woods, wetlands, streams, and undeveloped shoreline. Bask in the comfort of iconic Schwytzer Lodge (National Register of Historic Places) with its grand old screen porch overlooking gorgeous Grindstone Lake and its fiery sunsets, with the old stone fireplace in the great room for evening gatherings. And on top of it all, spend the weekend with Doug, (author of 39 books, song-writer/composer, wilderness guide) talking about, thinking about, and sharing the joy of writing. This special opportunity is for anyone with an interest in expressing themselves through the written word, from beginners through accomplished writers.

A detailed agenda for this event will be shared closer to the date.

Very limited number of spaces for this unique event!

Cost: $1,100, including lodging, breakfasts and dinners.

The deposit to hold a space in the class is $550 due on registration. CLICK HERE to register.

Remaining cost of $550 due on or before September 10th 2026. CLICK HERE to make second payment.

WORKSHOP FEATURES:
*General discussion and instruction focusing on observation and descriptive detail; metaphor; incisive word choice; finding your personal style and technique.
*Individual guidance and feedback
*Group sharing as desired
*Guided exploration of woods and grounds
*Shared dining in Osprey Wilds Great Hall
*Evening gatherings on The Porch and round the fireplace
*Music and readings from Douglas Wood

LODGING IN HISTORIC SCHWYTZER LODGE INCLUDES:
*Comfortable, dorm-style accommodations in National Historic Registry Lodge
*Classic hand-made, oak-framed bunks
*Multiple baths and showers
*Modern communal kitchen for coffee, tea, lunches and snacks
*Easy access to undeveloped shoreline and dock, entire Osprey Wilds woods and campus

OVERVIEW
WRITERS IN THE WOODS is a one-of-a-kind creative and intuitive workshop, designed to encourage participants from exactly where they are in their writing journey. We will explore realms outside of normal boundaries and comfort zones, focusing on creative flow and imaginative paths. A flexible agenda will reflect particpants’ interests, abilities, and goals.