To enhance your future experience, Deer Creek Lodge is continuing renovations and will be temporarily closed from October 26 – November 6 and then from November 9 - November 20 for essential electrical work and water main updates. This includes the indoor pool, restaurant, gift shop, and public areas.

Words in the WIld

Words in the WIld | Deer Creek State Park Lodge

In this series of poetry workshops, participants will explore how the natural world can provide endless inspiration for writing. Play with seasonal imagery, experiment with the five senses in nature, and craft individual and collective poetry pieces. Also, celebrate the connection between poetry and visual art by adorning final pieces with drawings, doodles, and pops of color. Writers of all experience level and ages are welcome. Participants are encouraged to bring a favorite poem, song, or nature-themed object for inspiration.

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Participation in the workshops are free! Please fill out the form below, day of sign-ups are permitted is space is available

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