Young Writer's Camp

Dates: July 14-17, 2026
Times: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Grades: 3-4 (in Fall 2026)
Location: Montana State University, Bozeman

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Description

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

  • Early Bird (Through June 1): $300
  • Regular (After June 1): $325

Young Writer's Camp Showcase

Join your child and the Yellowstone Writing Project Team for the Camp Showcase on the MSU campu. Date, time and location are 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

  • You may cancel registration until Friday, July 3, 2026, for a full refund minus a $50 administrative fee.
  • We will process full refunds if we cancel Yellowstone Writing camps for any reason.

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.

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For More Information

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

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