Adventure, Create, Connect.

Step into nature, unleash your creativity, and find your tribe.

Event Details

Ponderosa Summit Exchange is a 29-day creative retreat where participants come together to create and collaborate. This experience is designed to push your creative boundaries while immersing you in nature.

What to Expect:
A month-long stay in the beautiful Ponderosa wilderness.
A supportive environment where you'll work on a creative project—like a short film, dance piece, musical performance, or artwork.
A final festival where everyone showcases their work.
A chance to meet and collaborate with other creatives.

What’s Provided:
Meals – Breakfast and dinner will be provided each day.
Showers & Bathrooms – Clean and functional facilities.
Creative & Outdoor Activities – Workshops, collaboration opportunities, and outdoor adventures.

What You Need to Bring:
Sleeping Arrangements – You can bring a tent, camper, or van. Whatever makes you comfortable!
Personal Essentials – Clothing, toiletries, and anything else for a month-long stay outdoors.
Creative Tools – Camera, instrument, notebook, or anything else you need to create.
Snacks/Lunch – Since we provide breakfast and dinner, bring extra food or snacks for midday if needed.

This is more than just a retreat—it’s an adventure, a challenge, and an opportunity to be part of something unique. If you're ready to create, explore, and connect, Ponderosa Summit Exchange is waiting for you!

What to Expect at Ponderosa Summit Exchange

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Week 1: Arrival & Immersion

Settle into nature and meet your creative community.
Engage in orientation, icebreakers, and group discussions.
Explore different art forms and begin brainstorming your project.

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Week 2: Creation & Exploration

Dive deep into your creative process with dedicated work time.
Participate in workshops, skill-sharing, and outdoor adventures.
Connect with mentors and collaborate with fellow artists.

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Week 3: Refinement & Collaboration

Receive feedback, refine your work, and push creative boundaries.
Join group projects and experiment with new artistic expressions.
Prepare for the final showcase and festival.

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Week 4: Showcase & Celebration

Present your creation at the Ponderosa Festival.
Share your journey, celebrate your growth, and connect with an audience.
Reflect, recharge, and take home lifelong inspiration and connections.

Meeting Schedule

Please feel free to contact us during these hours.

Meet Our Team

Alex Davies

Alex Davies

Founder & Program Director

Kseniia Kudinova

Kseniia Kudinova

Co-Founder & Program Director

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29-Day Creative Residency & Arts Festival

Join us for a transformative 29-day creative residency and arts festival in the heart of nature. At Ponderosa Summit Exchange, you’ll live, create, and connect with a community of artists, musicians, filmmakers, and visionaries.

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