Evening Activity Sign Up NOW OPEN

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Memo

To: Enrollees in the Okoboji Writers’ and Songwriters’ Retreat
Re: Evening Activity Sign-Up Now Open
From: Julie

OWR V will officially be a sell-out on September 15! For the fifth year in a row, we’ll hit our self-imposed cap. With more than 50 speakers, this limit ensures small workshops stay intimate and hands-on.

If you’re already enrolled in the Okoboji Writers’ and Songwriters’ Retreat, this information is for you.

It’s time to register for evening activities. Most participants join in, but we keep these costs separate so those who don’t attend the dinners, concert and auction, aren’t paying extra.

• If you enrolled at the bundled price of $1,595–$1,795, which includes lodging and evening activities, you’re all set! You’ll soon receive a confirmation with your hotel assignment.

• If you enrolled at the basic fee or partial scholarship, please see the sign-up options below.

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ALREADY ENROLLED IN THE RETREAT?

If you’ve already enrolled at the inclusive price of $1,595 or $1,795, your evening activities are all set—no extra steps needed. If, however, you enrolled in just the retreat, it is time to sign up for the evening activities.

And yes, I know—it feels a little #$@ complicated. That’s because we’re trying to keep the retreat fee as low as possible while not asking everyone to pay for extras they might not want.

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SIGN UP FOR EVENING ACTIVITIES HERE!

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PACKAGE 1 (DINNER & MOVIE MONDAY NIGHT + ALL ACTIVITIES TUESDAY - CONCERT & AUCTION AT THE ROOF GARDEN AFTER THE SUNSET CRUISE) $85.

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PACKAGE 2 EVERYTHING IN PACKAGE 1 + 3 NIGHTS CAMPUS LODGING, OWR HAT, AND BOOK. $595. (does not include retreat enrollment fee). $595.

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PACKAGE 3 EVERYTHING + 3 NIGHTS LODGING (EITHER THE INN, THE OAKWOOD INN, OR CRESCENT BEACH RESORT). $695. (does not include retreat enrollment fee).

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Have you been notified that you have been awarded a scholarship?

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Have you filled out the participant survey?

Your input is critical as we put together the agenda. We also added a question for independent authors who are coming as participants:

Still not Enrolled in the Okoboji Writers’ and Songwriters’ Retreat??????? Times up September 15!

ENROLL NOW!

Only the Inclusive Package is available today:

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Frequently Asked Questions

I took advantage of Early Enrollment but still need housing and won’t be doing the inclusive package. Are there low-cost options?
Yes. Try Village West at 712-337-3223. It’s close to Lakeside Labs and the Lakeshore campus where workshops will be held.

I don’t see my name on the roster, but I’m certain I enrolled earlier. What do I do?
Email me right away and I’ll look it up.

I have dietary restrictions. What options are available during the retreat and evening activities?
We’ll offer a vegetarian option for campus lunches and evening activities. Strict vegans or those with other dietary needs should make their own arrangements.

I don’t consider myself a writer—this just looked fun and now I’m getting cold feet. Will I be out of place?
No! About half of our participants are just like you. The other half may be published or working pros. All skill levels are welcome.
(Also, after September 1 there are no refunds—smile.)

I’m an independent author coming as a participant. Are there ways to meet others like me?
Yes. Contact volunteer Chris Britton at cqbritton@hotmail.com—he’s organizing a meetup for authors.

I want to come but I don’t do online payments. Can I send a check?
Yes—for the $1,595 inclusive package or the $895 enrollment fee (no lodging or evening activities).
Make checks payable to Julie Gammack and mail to:
20794 170th St., 6B, Spirit Lake, IA 51360.
Please email me to let me know it’s on the way.