Austin RWA’s Annual Fall Retreat will take place on November 6-7 at McKinney Roughs Nature Park. This has become a tradition deeply beloved by our members, both for the fantastic writing-time, critiquing and learning, and also for the opportunity to get to know each other better. New members, members who’ve been part of RWA for years and prospective members all enjoy the inspiring lovely Hill Country views and peace of the spectacular location and the expansive dining hall where we all gather to write.
All events throughout the weekend are optional. The retreat is primarily a time for you to get away from your “regular” life and write in peace, among others who share that desire. There will be two events on Saturday – a workshop led by one of our fantastic published authors and a group critique session where you’ll have the opportunity to critique other’s work and learn from the collective wisdom of the group.
You may choose to attend the entire retreat or to just attend on Saturday. We will be accepting payment via check (at the monthly meeting or via mail at Austin RWA, 3571 Far West Blvd #215, Austin, TX 78731) or you may pay below via PayPal. If you have any questions or plan to mail a check, please email authorlexiconnor@yahoo.com.
Where: McKinney Roughs Nature Park
1884 W Highway 71, Cedar Creek, TX 78612 (Map)
(512) 303-5073
When: Saturday, November 6 and Sunday, November 7
What: Writing, Workshop, Critiquing! Meet wonderful writers, make new friends.
Cost: $95 for both days or $50 for Saturday only
Saturday & Sunday – $95
Includes:
- Workshop (optional)
- Group Critique (optional)
- Use of Park facilities (writing time!) all day Saturday and Sunday
- Saturday Lunch
- Saturday Happy Hour (BYO beverage of choice; sodas and juice supplied)
- Saturday Dinner
- Overnight Stay
- Sunday Breakfast
- Sunday Lunch
Saturday Only – $50
Includes:
- Workshop (optional)
- Group Critique (optional)
- Use of Park facilities (writing time!) all day Saturday
- Saturday Lunch
- Saturday Happy Hour (BYO beverage of choice; sodas and juice supplied)
- Saturday Dinner
Some Raves from Previous Retreat Attendees
“If you can swing it at all, I highly recommend coming. Honestly, it was the best money
I spent on my writing career last year. It’s such a great chance to connect with the group
and get to know one another. Plus the creative energy in the group is just phenomenal. It’ll
recharge your batteries and spur your creativity. And at a mere $80, it’s a real bargain.”
“I didn’t really feel ‘part’ of ARWA until I went to the first Fall Retreat and got to spend
non-meeting time chatting with people. Now you couldn’t pry me loose.”
“I am SO happy I was able to go on this retreat! What a blast! And a wonderful time to get
in some writing.”
“My first retreat was a GREAT experience for me. I really got to know a lot of people and
it made me feel so much more a part of the ‘family’. If you’re new and are nervous about
coming out for this, I’d really like to encourage you to take the plunge. You’ll get a ton of
writing time, plus make some new friends.”