Nature Writing: Water Reflections

Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025
10:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Standard Tuition: $52
 

In spring, when rivers crest their banks and ice-bound lakes break free, the life-giving element of water reminds us to let go and follow the flow of our imagination. Receive water’s nourishing gift through nature writing at the Ely Folk School on the edge of the Boundary Waters Wilderness. You will cultivate written pieces in a supportive group circle through reading, discussion, contemplation and free-flowing writing exercises. This class will focus primarily on the early stages of the writing process and include time to share our work. You’ll also have the opportunity to read a piece of writing from an author that you find especially inspiring. We will take a break and enjoy lunch together at a local venue.

About your instructor: DyAnne Korda’s work has been published in several journals including The Wisconsin Academy Review, ArtWord Quarterly, and Agates. Her poetry has also been broadcast on KAXE Radio's morning show, and their literary programs Wordish and Stay Human. Her latest book is The Shore’s Absolute Edge. Along with offering frequent workshops for Ely Folk School, she's taught for the Center of Continuing Education at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point.