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Registration
The registration fee is $110* and is due by June 15.
To register:
To register:
- Complete the online form on Eventleaf and pay the $110 registration fee.
- Pay by credit card (incurs 6% processing fee), or by check or Zelle (no fee).
- Form and registration fee must be submitted to secure your spot. We suggest paying the registration fee as soon as possible but no later than the deadline of June 15.
- Any balance amount is due by July 1.
ACCOMmODATIONS

You can stay on-campus or make your own arrangements to stay off campus. Please note we'll be sharing the campus with summer-session students.
Dorm
Our home base is McDonald Hall, a historic Victorian-era mansion that was renovated in 2023.
Staying off campus
You can make your own arrangements to stay off-campus. See Champlain College's list local hotels and motels.
Dining
Our meals will be in the nearby IDX Dining Hall, which offers vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options at every meal.
We'll have a light lunch and snacks on Friday during check-in.
Meals begin with dinner on Friday and end with lunch on Tuesday. On campus attendees will purchase a meal plan that covers the duration of the conference; off-campus attendees can pre-purchase meals a la carte.
Arriving early
Champlain College will allow in-person attendees to arrive and stay Thursday night, July 17. This can be helpful for those traveling a long distance as check-in begins Friday at 11 a.m.
If you arrive early, both on- and off-campus attendees have the choice to pre-purchase Thursday dinner and Friday breakfast.
Dorm
Our home base is McDonald Hall, a historic Victorian-era mansion that was renovated in 2023.
- This is room for 20 people in the dorm: 15 rooms are set aside for singles and 2 for doubles/triples.
- Singles are assigned in order of registration received.
- The dorm has air-conditioning!
- Each dorm room will have a pillow and blanket. Bring your own towels and XL twin sheets, or purchase linen service for $25 (pillowcase, sheets, bath towel and hand towel).
Staying off campus
You can make your own arrangements to stay off-campus. See Champlain College's list local hotels and motels.
Dining
Our meals will be in the nearby IDX Dining Hall, which offers vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options at every meal.
We'll have a light lunch and snacks on Friday during check-in.
Meals begin with dinner on Friday and end with lunch on Tuesday. On campus attendees will purchase a meal plan that covers the duration of the conference; off-campus attendees can pre-purchase meals a la carte.
Arriving early
Champlain College will allow in-person attendees to arrive and stay Thursday night, July 17. This can be helpful for those traveling a long distance as check-in begins Friday at 11 a.m.
If you arrive early, both on- and off-campus attendees have the choice to pre-purchase Thursday dinner and Friday breakfast.
COST
Registration fee
Dorm
Meals
Dorm room & meal conference costs
Vermont room and meal tax is included in all prices.
- $110 fee includes all conference sessions, refreshments in the dorm, and a copy of CLOCKHOUSE Journal Vol. 12.
Dorm
- Single room: $50 per night for 4 nights
- Double/triple rom: $43 per night for 4 nights
- Optional early arrival: Cost of one night
- Optional linen package: $25
Meals
- We'll provide a light lunch in the dorm for everyone on arrival day (sandwich makings, chips, fruit, etc.)
- Meal plan required for those in dorm (Fri. dinner through Tues. breakfast): $126
- Off-campus attendees can pre-purchase individual meals: breakfast $10.25, lunch $12.50, dinner $15.50
- Optional early arrival: You can pre-purchase Thursday dinner and/or Friday breakfast.
Dorm room & meal conference costs
Vermont room and meal tax is included in all prices.
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NOTE: You can pay by credit card but will be charged a 6% processing fee by Eventleaf. None of this money goes to CWC. To pay without a fee, you can send a check or pay through Zelle. More info is on the registration form.
SCHEDULE
Plenary Panel
Every year, CWC&R kicks off with a Plenary Panel. The speakers and theme are chosen at the Closing Community Meeting of the previous year's conference. This year's theme is Intentions & Inclinations.
In addition to the Plenary Panel, the conference includes writing workshops, works-in-progress sessions, and evening readings. There is also plenty of time for personal writing, reflection, and socializing.
The core of the conference are the workshops host by attendees. Topics have ranged from "Music & the Writer" to "Writing Poems from Grief," from "Hermit Crab Fiction" to "A Memoir Roundtable," and more. If you have an idea for a workshop, let us know on the registration form.
A draft conference schedule will be available in late spring, with updates as workshops and activities are confirmed.
Sample schedule
Day 1
Every year, CWC&R kicks off with a Plenary Panel. The speakers and theme are chosen at the Closing Community Meeting of the previous year's conference. This year's theme is Intentions & Inclinations.
In addition to the Plenary Panel, the conference includes writing workshops, works-in-progress sessions, and evening readings. There is also plenty of time for personal writing, reflection, and socializing.
The core of the conference are the workshops host by attendees. Topics have ranged from "Music & the Writer" to "Writing Poems from Grief," from "Hermit Crab Fiction" to "A Memoir Roundtable," and more. If you have an idea for a workshop, let us know on the registration form.
A draft conference schedule will be available in late spring, with updates as workshops and activities are confirmed.
Sample schedule
Day 1
- In-person and virtual check-in begins at 11 am ET, with a light lunch provided
- Afternoon sessions include Opening Community Meeting and Plenary Panel
- Meal plan begins with dinner
- Workshops, activities, works-in-progress sessions, and more
- Personal retreat time
- Evening readings by CWC&R attendees
- Closing Community Meeting
- Meal plan ends with lunch
- Farewells and check-out by 1 p.m.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Limited scholarships are available to help defray registration and/or room and board costs.
Scholarships are made possible by generous donations from past and current CWC&R attendees. Each year, the total amount of donations is divided evenly between all applicants. Scholarship information is kept confidential.
More information, including how to donate, is on the registration form.
Scholarships are made possible by generous donations from past and current CWC&R attendees. Each year, the total amount of donations is divided evenly between all applicants. Scholarship information is kept confidential.
More information, including how to donate, is on the registration form.
FOUNDING PRINCIPLES
In 1997, the founders of CWC created a set of principles that we have lived by every since.
DIRECTIONS, PARKING, AIRPORT
If you are driving to CWC&R, let us know on the registration form so we can secure a free, on-campus parking pass.
If you are flying into Burlington, we can provide a ride to/from the airport. Check that box on the registration form.
Directions and campus map >
If you are flying into Burlington, we can provide a ride to/from the airport. Check that box on the registration form.
Directions and campus map >
WHAT TO BRING TO CAMPUS
Packing recommendations
Linens
If not purchasing the linen package, bring XL twin sheets/pillowcase, and towels. Each room/bed will have a pillow and blanket provided.
Other
We will have a small refrigerator in the dorm to store communal food but you're welcome to bring non-perishable food, etc. We'll also have a coffee maker, tea kettle and assorted snacks available throughout the day/night.
- Comfortable clothing and layers. It can be sweltering outside but freezing in the buildings.
- Toiletries (unscented is always appreciated).
- Reusable coffee cup and/or water bottle.
- A journal/notebook, writing implements, and/or computer and earphones.
- Sunscreen, rain gear, and bug repellant are also excellent ideas (Vermont does have ticks).
Linens
If not purchasing the linen package, bring XL twin sheets/pillowcase, and towels. Each room/bed will have a pillow and blanket provided.
Other
We will have a small refrigerator in the dorm to store communal food but you're welcome to bring non-perishable food, etc. We'll also have a coffee maker, tea kettle and assorted snacks available throughout the day/night.
Questions?
Contact us at [email protected]
Contact us at [email protected]