About Entrada
The Entrada Institute is dedicated to preserving and celebrating the natural, historical, and cultural heritage of the Colorado Plateau. The Entrada Institute is headquartered in Torrey, Utah, the gateway to Capitol Reef National Park. A 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization, the Entrada Institute hosts events that include lectures and concerts, sponsors scientific studies and creative work, and extends scholarships to local students. We are passionate about the history of this land and its people, and we’re devoted to ensuring the vitality of the region for future generations. [FIND US ON GOOGLE MAPS]
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V. Douglas Snow Collegiate Arts Mentorship Event
Three collegiate students from across Utah will receive a $500 stipend, 5 nights lodging, work in the field and studio with 2026 guest artist Jana Parkin in Torrey, Utah. An exhibition and live interview featuring your work will cap off the event!
Applications must be submitted to info@entradainstitute.org by no later than 5:00 pm, May 11th. A four-person committee will review all application submissions. Selections will be announced on May 16th to the Entrada Institute Board of Directors, and notifications will then be made to all applicants the following Monday, May 18th.
Immerse yourself in Torrey, Utah’s striking red rock landscapes—just a stone’s throw from Capitol Reef National Park—for a transformative writing workshop centered on environmental nonfiction and poetry.
This unique gathering invites writers of all levels to explore their connection to place through the written word. Surrounded by the awe-inspiring beauty of the Colorado Plateau, you’ll have space to reflect, create, and grow your craft alongside accomplished faculty and a community of supportive peers.
Whether you’re looking to experiment with form, spark new ideas, or refine your voice, this workshop offers the inspiration and feedback to help your writing flourish. Come write with us where the desert meets the sky.

Annette McGivney
(Nonfiction)

Jonathon Thompson
(Editor, Journalist)

Laura Pritchett
(Fiction)
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