Faculty Writing Retreat
June 2 - 7, 2024
with Dr. Kimberly J. Hale, Faculty Success Coach
Come with a plan, leave with a draft

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Do you ever feel like you can’t start on the writing you know you need to do?

Or do you feel like if you had a week away from other responsibilities you could finish that draft?

Well, now’s your chance. Join Kimberly for a full week of writing with strategy, coaching, and support to help you 

  • manage your mindset, 
  • make significant progress, and 
  • build momentum to 
  • continue making progress on your writing.
 


Meet and write alongside other faculty members in a beautiful setting, while trying your hand at new writing techniques and strategies. Put your feet up every evening with chef-prepared dinners.


The Experience

Preparation 
٭ Plan for a Successful Retreat with  Workshop, Workbook, & Coaching

٭ Set Your Intention at the Welcome Dinner & Coaching Session

The Retreat

٭ Individualized attention with a small group (I'm only accepting 8 participants!)


٭ Supportive Community & group coaching sessions

٭ Multiple writing sessions per day

٭ Accountability: group check-ins throughout the day

٭ Excursions: Botanic garden, Lake McMurtry other excursions based on participant interest

٭ Strategies for Writing, Editing & Publishing


Follow-up Support

٭ Craft a plan for continued writing progress at the Friday Farewell lunch & Coaching session

٭ Post-Retreat accountability & support

     






Five days of coaching and writing...and yes you will write every. single. day. And you won't hate it!
About your host
Hi!, I'm Dr. Kimberly J. Hale, a trained faculty success coach, developmental editor, and book coach. I've supported several faculty through establishing a writing practice and publishing their first articles.

And I'm ready to support you!

I know how hard it can be to fit writing into the regular schedule of the semester.

I've seen the boost and long-term momentum a week-long retreat can have on my scholarly output.

That's why I'm super excited to host this first annual writing retreat! I want you to experience a boost and momentum for your career!
About your accommodations
We’ll stay at the Cottonwood Inn in Stillwater, Oklahoma. The Bed and Breakfast is located in Kimberly’s current hometown, and makes for a lovely beginning for the annual retreat. The inn is surrounded by farmland. We’ll also spend time at local nature areas in Stillwater. 

The inn has multiple nooks and crannies for group or solitary writing, a lovely outdoor seating area for relaxing, and a peaceful nature path for contemplative walks. You’ll love calling the Cottonwood Inn your home for the week!

Focus on your next writing project with a coach and fellow faculty along side you!

This retreat is perfect for you if …

You know you need to write for your job, but you’re not sure how to make progress.

You feel overwhelmed by the thought of writing an article or a book

You’ve tried to make progress on a project before, but you got stuck along the way.

You’re ready to try new writing techniques and strategies to help you get your writing done.

Perhaps you should skip this if…

You want to get away from home, and aren't committed to writing. This retreat is built around a community of support, encouragement, and co-writing sessions.

You have no idea what you could write about and you’re not willing to do preparation work before the retreat.

You want someone to tell you exactly what to do to get your writing done. We’ll work on strategies and tips, but implementation is up to you. 

You’re unable to safely navigate stairs or unpaved paths. The Inn where the retreat is hosted is not handicap accessible.

You’ve not had Covid19 vaccination or booster. For the safety of our guests and staff, we are unable to accommodate unvaccinated guests at this time.

WHAT’S INCLUDED


➤ 5 nights accommodation in an inn 10 minutes from the Stillwater, Oklahoma regional airport. Single rooms with queen sized bed and private bath

 ➤ Round trip ground transportation from and to Stillwater Regional Airport (SWO)

 ➤ Full breakfast with coffee, tea and drinks served daily (Monday through Friday)

 ➤ Simple healthy lunches, snacks, and drinks (Monday through Friday)

➤ Chef-prepared dinners (Sunday through Thursday)

 ➤ Excursions to local attractions

 ➤ Optional add-on services with transportation (massage, yoga, etc.)

 ➤ A welcome gift

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Registration $2100 per person
Register now and get these bonuses!

EARLY BIRD BONUS:

Weekly Coaching office hours and co-working sessions through June 21, 2023. 

  • Office Hours are targeted asynchronous coaching to help you plan your project to get the most out of the retreat.
  • Co-working sessions are focused, 90-minute group working sessions hosted via videoconference platform (zoom or other). We share what we’re working on in the chat, then get to work. At the end of the session, we share our wins from the session.


WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED:

Transportation to Stillwater

Daily housekeeping or laundry services
(3rd day linen change upon request)

Developmental Editing, 1-1 coaching, massage

FAQ
  • I’ve never written for publication before - is that ok?
    Yes! Coach Kimberly will provide lots of support include pre-retreat planning sessions and workbooks.

    She'll also host a workshop during the retreat so you can get your specific questions answered about the publishing process.
  • Can't I do my writing at home? Why should I come here?
    Sure, you can stay home and try to get writing done. However, there is something special about writing in community away from the demands of daily life.
  • Will I have down time during the retreat?
    Yes, I’ve planned the schedule to allow you time to relax with or without company.

    We will have meals together, and you’re expected to attend most group sessions. However, you’ll have plenty of time to relax.
  • What does the daily schedule actually look like?
    Here's what I envision the general flow of our days. This schedule is subject to adjustments.

    Early morning Lark writing sessions (optional)
    Breakfast - together in the dining room
    Morning Intention Setting Morning Writing Session
    Break + Check-in
    Short writing session
    Lunch - enjoy your lunch with the group or soaking up solitude
    Afternoon intention setting
    Writing
    Break + Check in
    Writing / nap
    Free time / nature walk
    Dinner
    Group support
    Owls writing session (optional)
  • Can I bring a spouse, partner, or children?
    No, not for this retreat. This retreat is designed to provide you time to focus on your writing. Our venue (Cottonwood Inn Bed & Breakfast) does not allow children.
  • Can I share a room to save money?
    Yes. If you would like to share a queen size bed with another program participant, contact Kimberly for a coupon code you can use to register.
  • I’m a vegetarian or have other food alergies/intollerances - will I have options?
    Yes! Our chefs can work around your dietary needs. Just let us know on the participant preferences survey.
  • What is the cancellation policy?
    You’ll reserve your spot with a $400 non-refundable deposit today. You'll have monthly payments until your balance is paid in full. The Retreat Agreement (kimberlyjhale.com/retreat-agreement) gives you full details about the terms and conditions.
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By Registering for this Writing Retreat you confirm that you have read, signed, and returned the Writing Retreat Agreement (https://KimberlyJhale.com/retreat-agreement). Your signed copy was sent to Kimberly@KimberlyJHale.com
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Developmental edit for 1 manuscript!

Special one-time offer, only $400 $250!
Kimberly will provide manuscript assessment for one scholarly article, book chapter, or faculty evaluation dossier (up to 30 pages).

Choose a pricing option

  • Preferred option
    Deposit + Monthly Billing Option ($362.50/mnth)2x $750.00/mo
  • Preferred option
    One-time payment ($2100.00)$2100.00

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    RECAP OF WHAT’S INCLUDED

    ➤ Writing support, resources, and community provided by a published writing coach


    ➤ 5 nights in a comfortable bedroom with a private bathroom. Includes all fees and state and local lodging taxes. 


    ➤ Delicious food including all meals from Sunday evening through Friday lunch, freshly prepared, in accordance with your dietary restrictions.


    ➤​  Excursions to the local attractions (Botanic Gardens, Lake McMurtry, etc.)

     ➤  Round trip transportation from and to Stillwater's regional airport (SWO)

    • Total payment
    • 1xWriting Retreat Registration$0
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