Our creative writing camps give young writers a chance to read great writing, spend time in nature with friends, and learn the habits and skills of the writing life. Register below!
Poetry in the Woods
This is a camp for teens who love to read and write poetry. We will write poems, do creative writing exercises, go on hikes, and read great poems. Lots of writing. Lots of reading. Lots of time outside. Campers get to experience a fun, rigorous writing curriculum that will challenge them to take their poetry writing and reading to the next level.
July 14th-17th | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Registration and Materials Fee: $100 | Tuition: $400
Prose in the Woods
This is a camp for teens who love to read and write stories. We will write short stories and vignettes, do creative writing exercises, go on hikes, and read great writing. Campers will get a chance to refine writing projects they’ve already started or to start something new.
July 21st-24th | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Registration and Materials Fee: $100 | Tuition: $400
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a student register for more than one summer camp?
Yes!
Where are the classes held?
Morning seminars are held at the Fairhaven Program, 1106 Harris Ave., Suite 307. Our afternoons are spent in the nearby 100 Acre Woods.
Is financial aid available?
Yes! Write to info@fairhavenprogram.org.
Are books and materials provided?
Yes. All registered students are provided with books and materials.
Is there homework?
Students are expected to complete assigned readings and exercises each week in order to participate meaningfully in camp activities.
Who is the instructor?
The instructor/leader of each camp is Donald Antenen, founder of the Fairhaven Program. You can read his full bio on the bottom of the homepage.
More questions? Contact info@fairhavenprogram.org.