July 10-16, 2023
Adult workshops $925/$830 for Fishtrappers; Youth workshops $550
Take a weeklong writing workshop in your favorite genre: fiction, nonfiction, poetry, memoir, or short story, plus a virtual workshop. Each workshop is limited to no more than 13 participants, giving you the opportunity to build connections with a world-class instructor and your fellow writers. Throughout the week, we’ll bring the best of Summer Fishtrap to you through craft talks, discussions, open mics, and readings.
Poetry: Anis Mojgani, Rena Priest
Fiction: Jamie Ford, Debra Magpie Earling
Nonfiction: Craig Childs, Luis Alberto Urrea
Cross Genre: Kim Stafford, Robert Stubblefield (virtual)
Youth: Roberto Ascalon, JaNay Brown-Wood
Yearlong Workshops: Karen Auvinen, Perrin Kerns
Registration for Summer Fishtrap opens here on February 1, 2023.
Stay tuned for more details about faculty and workshops.
Consider applying for a Summer Fishtrap Fellowship – applications open Nov. 1.
Applications to our Yearlong Writers Workshop with Perrin Kerns open Nov.1.
Learn more about our partnership with Eastern Oregon University here.
Keynote by NYT best-selling author, Jamie Ford
Summer Fishtrap is held at the historic Wallowa Lake Lodge which fills up quickly for this event. We recommend confirming your cabin or camp spot sooner than later. Call Wallowa Lake Lodge to reserve a room for the week at 541-432-9821 or contact The Wallowa County Chamber of Commerce to find lodging options to fit most any budget.