Write with the Herd Writer's Workshop
Napa, United StatesPart of the Airbnb Animals collection
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Animal experience hosted by Wendee
2 hours
Includes food, drinks
Up to 6 people
Hosted in English
What you'll do
This is your call to adventure! Our ranch is nestled in the mountains above Napa Valley, dappled with oaks and redwoods. As you drive up the winding narrow roads, take in the fragrance of trees and notice the terraced vineyards along your journey.
When you arrive, we’ll have light refreshments on the deck and you can tell me about your expectations, emotions, goals, or fears in regards to horses and writing. This conversation will help me choose the writing prompts. We will walk down to meet the horses, let them come to us (which they will!) and begin our writers workshop.
I call this writing with the herd experience, "Meet me at the Gate" because you will be inspired to write while here, and what you take away on your own may be your call to new adventures. Science has proven that the physical act of writing with pen and paper exercises different learning pathways in the brain than writing on your laptop. I will guide you through at least 3 writing prompts as well as equine guided activities from the ground.
Would you like to halter and lead the horse, bathe, walk through obstacles together, or practice activities at liberty? These are all possible! To close our session we will return the horse to his paddock or pasture, then relax with more refreshments and a final writing prompt, focusing on the peaceful heart-to-heart connection that was established today.
Other things to note
The energy here is safe, supportive. All are welcome in this writing space. If you do not have your own favorite journal to bring along, I'll provide some composition booklets, pens, and pencils. If you feel you'd prefer to write on your laptop or tablet, that's just fine too. Wifi is limited.
When you arrive, we’ll have light refreshments on the deck and you can tell me about your expectations, emotions, goals, or fears in regards to horses and writing. This conversation will help me choose the writing prompts. We will walk down to meet the horses, let them come to us (which they will!) and begin our writers workshop.
I call this writing with the herd experience, "Meet me at the Gate" because you will be inspired to write while here, and what you take away on your own may be your call to new adventures. Science has proven that the physical act of writing with pen and paper exercises different learning pathways in the brain than writing on your laptop. I will guide you through at least 3 writing prompts as well as equine guided activities from the ground.
Would you like to halter and lead the horse, bathe, walk through obstacles together, or practice activities at liberty? These are all possible! To close our session we will return the horse to his paddock or pasture, then relax with more refreshments and a final writing prompt, focusing on the peaceful heart-to-heart connection that was established today.
Other things to note
The energy here is safe, supportive. All are welcome in this writing space. If you do not have your own favorite journal to bring along, I'll provide some composition booklets, pens, and pencils. If you feel you'd prefer to write on your laptop or tablet, that's just fine too. Wifi is limited.
This is your call to adventure! Our ranch is nestled in the mountains above Napa Valley, dappled with oaks and redwoods. As you drive up the winding narrow roads, take in the fragrance of trees and notice the terraced vineyards along your journey.
When you arrive, we’ll have light refreshments on the deck and you can tell me about your expectations, emotions, goals, or fears in regards to horses and writing. This conversation will hel…
When you arrive, we’ll have light refreshments on the deck and you can tell me about your expectations, emotions, goals, or fears in regards to horses and writing. This conversation will hel…
Wendee's commitment to safety
This host committed to Airbnb’s COVID-19-related safety and cleaning guidelines—including adhering to social distancing guidelines, practicing good hygiene, and ensuring that all participants wear a mask.
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What's included
- FoodOrganic fruit, nuts, and bakery treats will be set out. Notify me in advanc...
- Drinks
From $90
/ person
- 5 Reviews
- Identity verified
I have taught kindergarten through high school and my favorite subjects to teach are the Language Arts and Mindfulness.
I taught High School English for over two decades! I’m a member of Napa Valley Writers and participate in workshops and writers groups. I’m trained in Kathleen Prasad’s Let Animals Lead® Animal Reiki Source method of Reiki with Animals, and also teach the Mindful Schools Curriculum.
Mustang Yogi, adopted from the BLM in 2003 is now twenty years old, and has helped me earn my US Dressage Federation Bronze Medal. He’s my heart horse and dance partner in showing Musical Freestyles at competitions as well as exhibitions. I have taken clinics from Linda Tellington Jones, Manolo Mendez, and mentees of the late classical dressage master Miguel Tavora.
Welcome to the sanctuary of the stable and pasture.
I taught High School English for over two decades! I’m a member of Napa Valley Writers and participate in workshops and writers groups. I’m trained in Kathleen Prasad’s Let Animals Lead® Animal Reiki Source method of Reiki with Animals, and also teach the Mindful Schools Curriculum.
Mustang Yogi, adopted from the BLM in 2003 is now twenty years old, and has helped me earn my US Dressage Federation Bronze Medal. He’s my heart horse and dance partner in showing Musical Freestyles at competitions as well as exhibitions. I have taken clinics from Linda Tellington Jones, Manolo Mendez, and mentees of the late classical dressage master Miguel Tavora.
Welcome to the sanctuary of the stable and pasture.
I have taught kindergarten through high school and my favorite subjects to teach are the Language Arts and Mindfulness.
I taught High School English for over two decades! I’m a member of Napa Valley Writers and participate in workshops and writers groups. I’m trained in Kathleen Prasad’s Let Animals Lead® Animal Reiki Source method of Reiki with Animals, and also teach the Mindful Schools Curriculum.
Mustang Yogi, adopted from the BLM in 2003 is now twenty years old, and has he…
I taught High School English for over two decades! I’m a member of Napa Valley Writers and participate in workshops and writers groups. I’m trained in Kathleen Prasad’s Let Animals Lead® Animal Reiki Source method of Reiki with Animals, and also teach the Mindful Schools Curriculum.
Mustang Yogi, adopted from the BLM in 2003 is now twenty years old, and has he…
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Rated 4.80 out of 5 from 5 reviews.
I took my father on this experience as a Christmas gift. We thought the location was spectacular and had beautiful views. Wendee was welcoming and warm. We felt at home right away. We had a wonderful time meeting the horses. We did some great writing with thoughtful prompts. It was a special night! Thanks wendee :)
I took my father on this experience as a Christmas gift. We thought the location was spectacular and had beautiful views. Wendee was welcoming and warm. We felt at home right away.…
This is a wonderful, special, once-in-a-lifetime experience...hard to describe but worthy of simply trying it for yourselves. Wendee is a most wonderful host in every way. The horses are so inviting and special as well. I recommend this for small groups of friends and also for intimate partner connections. We were a mom-daughter pair, which was great, yet this could also be a wonderful opportunity for couples, etc.
This is a wonderful, special, once-in-a-lifetime experience...hard to describe but worthy of simply trying it for yourselves. Wendee is a most wonderful host in every way. The hor…
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Things to know
Cancellation policy
Any experience can be canceled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase, or at least 7 days before the experience starts.
Government ID
You’ll need to take a picture of yourself that matches the photo on your ID. This is so Airbnb can confirm who’s actually going on the experience. You’ll only have to do this once.
Guest requirements
Up to 6 guests ages 6 and up can attend.
What to bring
Guests should come prepared with favorite pens, journal, closed toed shoes, comfortable practical clothing for outdoor activities, hat, sunglasses, allergy meds, sunscreen, favorite essential oils
Your favorite journal and writing tools are the most important:)
Your favorite journal and writing tools are the most important:)