The writing life poses several challenges, not least the need for a regular time and a place to write. We invite writers in any genre to join us each month on the first Saturday (unless otherwise noted) to write at our off-site retreat center, Dottie’s Ranch.

Conveners Susi Jensen and Cam Anderson believe that dedicating regular time to “do the work,” aided by the encouragement of a community, can be a source of deep encouragement to writers who work primarily alone. Join us for a quiet space to work, a simple schedule, and essentials like coffee, tea, and a few breakfast items. 

To learn more about how to register, contact Susi Jensen susipjensen@gmail.com

LOCATION

These gatherings will occur at SL Brown Foundation's off-site meeting location—Dottie’s Ranch—at 4136 Rutland Dunn Townline Road, Oregon, Wisconsin. See directions.

DATES & TIME

- September 7 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

- October 5 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 

- November 2 |9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 

- December 7 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

PROGRAM LEADERS

Susi Pritchett Jensen is a writer in the process of publishing her first science fiction novel, Sarai of Earth. Follow her on allscifiallthetime.com for reviews of science fiction film, television, and novels, and read the author’s original short stories.

Cameron Anderson is the Associate Director of Upper House. He is a visual artist and writer. Recent publications include God in the Modern Wing: Viewing Art With Eyes of Faith (IVP Academic, 2022) and The Faithful Artist: A Vision for Evangelicalism and the Arts (IVP Academic, 2016).