Story Jam hosts its 3rd incredible storytelling & writing retreat at beautiful RAGDALE in Lake Forest, Illinois in the fall of 2026.

This retreat will feature one to five amazing days of storytelling classes and soulful self care for men and women, including massages, sound healing, special performances, and hands on classes in writing, storytelling, improv, yoga, dance, and songwriting. Plus daily meditation and a private chef!

• Day 1: Welcome, Massages & Mocktails, Improv for Storytellers, Storytelling-themed games.
• Day 2: Morning Pages/Meditation, Storytelling & Writing Workshops, Yoga on the Lawn, Open mic.
• Day 3: Morning Pages, Storytelling & Writing Workshops, Latin Dance Party.
• Day 4: Morning Pages, Yoga, Workshops, Storytelling Singalong.
• Day 5: Morning Yoga/Meditation, Workshops, Final Showcase with special guests!

Every day: Healthful meals included (special diets will be accommodated); Meditation; massages upon request; hiking on the grounds; biking; guests may select their workshop choices (up to 24 options); fun activities to ignite stories; group events & performances; plenty of time for individual socializing, rest & relaxation, and writing.

This will be a very special event in an awesome setting!

Please email Steph@StoryJamInc.com to indicate your interest.

Official sign ups will take place August 2025.