"Writers need to develop a connection to the earth,
a relationship with themselves,
​and a sense of the divine."
-Tina Welling, Writing Wild

November 11th-13th, 2022

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A country getaway (just an hour north of Houston) that will incorporate creativity, movement, and nature. There are ponds to relax by, forests to bathe in, and a labyrinth to walk.

“We experience the force of language when we write in our journals. The self grows and glows with the light of our attention. We expand, awaken, and become all we keep looking for in others. Words change us.”

- Tina Welling, Writing Wild

Why Writing?

I hated writing during my school years, but during my creative re-awakening period I found The Artist's Way, and I committed to filling three pages every morning with free association writing. I found my writing voice during that process, and I was hooked. I did another 90 days of morning pages and continued to say yes to messages of writing from the universe, leading to several books I never expected to write. Writing has become a way in which I understand and love myself better, and a practice that helps me notice connections and serendipities that I might otherwise miss.

Free writing is a tool for self-discovery and you do not need to have a specific project or any writing experience to attend this retreat. These wild writing retreats, which I hope will become seasonal events of exploration and deepening, are meant to be places you can grow your own writing roots. Like any creative process, writing requires courage, and vulnerability. It needs inspiration, and support. I hope you will gift yourself with this investment and time, and I can't wait to write with you.


​“If writing gives you a sense of expansiveness, satisfaction, joy, completion, stimulation, spiritedness, then this is what you are adding to the world every time you do your work. That is no small thing.”

- Tina Welling, Writing Wild

Tentative Retreat Schedule

Friday November 11th
2:30-3pm Check-In @ Braving Star Farms in Cleveland, TX 
3:15-3:45pm Orientation 
4-6pm First gathering 
6:15-6:45pm Dinner
7-8:30pm Evening activity

Saturday November 12th
8-8:45am Breakfast
9-11am Morning gathering
11-12pm Rest & Play & Writing Time
12:15-12:45pm Lunch
1-4pm Afternoon gathering
4-6pm Rest & Play & Writing Time
6:15-6:45pm Dinner
7-8:30pm Evening activity

Sunday November 13th
8-8:45am Breakfast
9-11am Final gathering

Kind Words:
"We enjoyed healthy home cooked meals, comfy cozy lodging and every detail attended to with amazing care. We were afforded every perk in Lee Ann's toolkit, from morning Qi Gong, a tea ceremony, writing prompts and a well-run schedule to help us squeeze every good thing into our time."
-Lisa T., Retreat participant at Braving Star Farms

"Coming to your art barn for a creativity circle has been a dream come true for me. It re-awakened my joy of art and invigorated me with a breath of fresh country air. This has been a fun journey, letting go of judgmental thinking about my creativity process and accepting what is."
-Jeannette D., Workshop participant at Braving Star Farms
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Retreat Pricing

The retreat cost includes:
The entire weekend programming
5 meals along with coffee, tea, and snacks
2 nights at the retreat cabin

Depending on which room you register for,
the cost of your retreat will be one of the options below.

And did you know...
*After you stay in each of the four uniquely themed cabin rooms you'll get $200 off your next retreat.*

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The Sunflower Room (Private Queen Bed and Private Bath)
Entire master room to yourself $600
This cost per person for sharing the bed with a friend is $500.
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The Wildflower Room (Private Queen Bed and Shared Hallway Bath)
$535
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The Bird Room (Private Twin Bed and Shared Hallway Bath) $500
The room is off the kitchen and the shared hallway bath is across the house.
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The Star Room (A Shared Room of Two Twin Beds and Shared Hallway Bath) 
$475 per bed

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Registration

Please pay the $50 registration deposit below and make sure to include your 1st and 2nd room choices in the notes. 

You will then be sent a registration google form and an invoice based on your room (minus your registration deposit). If your preferences are not available, and you do not wish to stay in an alternate room, I will refund your deposit. After both the invoice and form are complete, your spot will be secure, and you will receive a confirmation email.

Sign up before 9/18/22 and you'll receive a serendipitous Happy Mail from me
Registration Deadline is 11/1/22 or when rooms are sold out

*If you invite someone who has never been to Braving Star Farms, and they sign up for this retreat, you get a $50 credit toward your next event or retreat at BSF.*

Wild Writing Retreat Registration Deposit

$50.00
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FAQ

COVID Precautions
Either fully vaccinated or a negative COVID test result within 72 hours of arrival. Regardless of vaccination status or test results, if at the time of the retreat if you have had a close contact or are currently experiencing COVID symptoms, you must contact the retreat leader about ability to attend. Masks are not required at the retreat. Even with these precautions in place, there are no guarantees of safety from COVID at this retreat. 

Food Preferences/Allergies
Meals will be made from local and and organic sources as much as possible. All meals will be gluten free and mostly plant-based. When you email to register, please specify any food preferences or allergies, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs. There is a full kitchen available to participants.

What to Bring
For outside, you will need to have closed toe shoes as you will be walking across uneven pasture and there is always a chance of snakes in the area. For equine activities you must have outdoor boots. Please be prepared to remove your shoes for indoor spaces (you can bring slippers, socks, or indoor shoes).
Please wear comfortable clothing and pack a swimsuit. Plan for whatever weather-related items as needed: sunscreen, insect repellant, hat, raincoat, layers. Your bedding and towels will all be provided. 
Please bring your preferred writing tools (laptop, notebook, pens).

Getting Here
Braving Star Farms is located an hour northeast of Houston in Cleveland, TX. The address and more details will be sent upon completed registration and payment. If you are flying in for the retreat, IAH is a a little bit closer than HOU, but either airport will work. Please contact me if you are interested in extending your retreat time at the cabin either before or after the retreat as it is on a first come first serve basis.

Internet/Phone Access
Since you will be in the country you may not have a good signal and it may be challenging to make phone calls or check emails. If your phone service is with AT&T, you should be okay. There will be a cellphone at the cabin for all participants to use if needed to make a call or to briefly hotspot, but please know there is no WIFI. Hopefully you can enjoy the opportunity to disconnect.

Cancellation Policies and Registration Help
If you need to cancel your spot in the retreat, I can offer a refund (minus a $50 non-refundable registration fee) if I am able to fill your spot from the waiting list. If I am not able to fill your spot, I can offer you a credit for a future retreat based on the timeline below:
     If you cancel more than two months prior to your scheduled retreat, 100% of your retreat fee, minus a $50 rebooking fee, can be applied as a credit towards a future retreat, which must be used within one year. The credit will only be applicable for future retreats, not events. 
    If you cancel your retreat within two months of your scheduled retreat, 75% of your retreat fee can be applied as a credit towards a future retreat, which must be used within one year. You will forfeit 25% of the price you paid for the retreat.
     If you cancel your retreat within one month of your scheduled retreat, 50% of your retreat fee can be applied as a credit towards a future retreat, which must be used within one year. You will forfeit 50% of the price you paid for the retreat.
     If you cancel your retreat within two weeks of your scheduled retreat, you will forfeit your entire retreat payment.
I am also happy to transfer your spot to someone else who is able to take your place in the scheduled retreat with no transfer fee regardless of when you cancel. In this case, you will need to find the new participant yourself and receive reimbursement directly from them. 

If the retreat does not meet the minimum number of participants, or in the case of a natural disaster, COVID-related closures or surges, or any other unforeseen reasons to cancel the retreat, I reserve the right to make any changes necessary to the retreat. In this case, I will offer you a full refund and/or the option to book another retreat. However, I will not be responsible for any changes made to your airfare or travel arrangements. For peace of mind, I recommend purchasing "cancel for any reason" trip insurance in case cancellations or changes arise.

Please email me if you need a payment plan or a deposit option. Limited partial scholarship are available for BIPOC, LGBTQ+ participants, or any in need of financial assistance. Email me to apply. At this time, Daring Discoveries' partial scholarships are only available to participants who have not received one in the past.