While our days always include a combination of creative and physical activities — such as writing sessions, capture the flag, brainteasers, snacks and water balloon toss — the daily schedule is customized to the interests and needs of each group.

A typical day starts with a short warm-up game before the group launches into a writing exercise or field trip. Each day teachers review a particular form and encourage the kids to experiment with it. Campers are encouraged to read their works-in-progress to the group. Teachers also spark the imagination with field trips.

After a 30-minute break (often spent playing a game outside), and then another 30 to 45 minutes of free writing time, the session wraps with a word puzzle and a snack.

The Aspen Writers' Foundation invites family and friends to attend the last day of camp, when we host an author reading and party honoring all the campers.