Young Writer's Camp

Dates: July 15-18, 2025
Times: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Grades: 3-4 (in Fall 2025)
Location: Montana State University, Bozeman

About

The Yellowstone Writing Project's Young Writer's Camp is a four-day writing workshop for kids entering grades 3-4. Campers will be immersed in creativity and engage in activities to encourage writing across genres, writing in the community and building up writing stamina. Licensed educators (our YWP teacher consultants) will provide feedback, encouragement, and a few of their favorite writing tricks! Campers will also have the opportunity to publish their work in a group anthology. The camp will close with a writing showcase. 

Cost

2025 costs TBD

Early bird $250 (through May 31, 2024)

Regular $275 (after May 31, 2024)

Please pay with Visa, Mastercard, Discover, or American Express.

Young Writer's Camp Showcase

Join your child and the Yellowstone Writing Project Team for the Camp Showcase on the MSU campus on Friday, July 18, 2025 (time and location TBD).

We look forward to celebrating our writers and some of their work from this week. 

We Will Provide:

  • Journal
  • Extra writing utensils
  • T-shirt

What to Bring

  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Water bottle
  • Your favorite writing utensil

Refunds and Cancellations

Students who cancel before the camp begins will be assessed a minimum processing fee of $25. There will be no refunds after the camp begins.

About YWP

Based in the Department of English at Montana State University, the Yellowstone Writing Project is comprised of teachers who write and writers who teach. YWP offers teachers immersive professional development experiences, hosts an annual writing conference, and sustains a community of writers. In addition, YWP celebrates student writing and students as authors, particularly with the Youth Writing Camp and the International Youth Silent Film competition.

Get Updates!

When you add yourself to the interest list, you receive camp news and updates, including information about the opening of registration.

For More Information

Contact Justin Gibson at (406) 994-6633 or justin.gibson3@montana.edu.