Reading Retreat | Treehaven: Tomahawk, WI | November 11-13, 2026
Registration closes October 14 at noon or until filled!
Details
Details: Set aside time to unwind, read, and connect with fellow book enthusiasts during a special Reading Retreat featuring The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon. Designed for book lovers, this intimate getaway offers dedicated reading time, thoughtful group discussions, and optional literary activities led by Anne Rogalski and Mara Prausa. Whether you enjoy quiet reflection, engaging conversation, or connecting with fellow readers, you will find the perfect balance of relaxation and inspiration. Space is limited to 18 participants, creating a welcoming and personalized experience. Reserve your spot today and immerse yourself in a memorable literary escape.
Frozen River is a compelling historical drama set in a rugged, snow-covered frontier community, where a respected midwife finds herself at the center of a mysterious death and a quest for justice. Rich with suspense and themes of family, resilience, and hardship, the story explores the difficult choices people make when survival and truth are both at stake.
Location
Treehaven’s facilities rest on an ancient glacial ridge overlooking 1,400 acres of forest and wetland habitat that hosts an abundance of wildlife species including osprey, deer, black bear, wolf, coyote, and fisher.
They called this land “Treehaven”, and under their care and supervision, the Kummers planted nearly 140,000 trees on the property, ultimately creating one of the nation’s finest examples of sustainable forest management by a private landowner. Following Gordon Kummer’s death, Dorothy remarried a Milwaukee school science teacher named Jacque Vallier, also an avid conservationist. The Valliers eventually donated the land to the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and helped mold Treehaven into the leading natural resources education and conference facility it is today. It now provides education and training to more current and future natural resource managers than any other center in the United States.
Lodging will be at the Treehaven Facility!
Registration Information
Registration closes October 14 at noon or until filled!
| Retreat Cost |
|---|
| $595 – double occupancy (per person) If you choose to book “my own room” (single supplement), $80 will be added to your total. |
Included in Event Price
- Two breakfasts, two lunches, two dinners
- Book Related Activities
- Treehaven lodging and grounds
November 11, 2026
2 p.m. – Arrive and Room Check In
3 p.m. – Get to Know Each Other Activity
4 p.m. – Explore/Tour Treehaven
5:30 p.m. – Dinner
6:30 p.m. – Discussion of The Frozen River
November 12, 2026
7:30 a.m. – Breakfast
8:30 – Optional Book Activity
10 a.m. – Read and/or Enjoy Treehaven
Noon Lunch
1 p.m. – Optional Book Activity
2 p.m. – Read and/or Enjoy Treehaven
4 p.m. – Optional Book Activity
5:30 p.m. – Dinner
6:30 pm. – Optional Book Activity followed by Quiet Community Reading
November 13, 2026
7:30 a.m. – Breakfast
8:15-9:00 a.m. – Check out of rooms
9 a.m. – Optional Book Activity
10 a.m. – Read and/or Enjoy Treehaven
Noon Lunch
1:00 p.m. – Close with blind gifting of a book to another person in the group/Say Good-bye
What TO BRING
A packaged book to gift, a copy of The Frozen River, indoor/outdoor clothing, books to read, and if you wish, a cozy blanket, pillow, and/or snacks to share.
What should I know about my stay?
Here is what you need to know about your stay
Are there triple and quad rooms? Or doubles and singles?
Each room has two bunk beds. We recommend two people sharing a room, unless you have people who enjoy climbing up and down ladders. Currently, you can register for a single room or a double room. All rooms have the same bed arrangement.
Are bathrooms located inside the rooms or down the hall?
The bathroom is en suite, but there are also public restrooms in the hallway.
Contact Information
For additional information or assistance with registration, please email Customer Service at uwspceweb@uwsp.edu or call 715-346-3838.
Cancellation Policy
Since we make financial commitments in advance, no refunds will be issued for cancellations. However, you may send a substitute in your place. Please email us at uwspceweb@uwsp.edu to inform us of the substitution.
continuing education Information
Please contact Continuing Education and Outreach at 715-346-3838 or uwspceweb@uwsp.edu for registration questions.
Please identify any accessibility needs at registration, including mobility, seating, transportation, dietary, and communication needs. Some activities involve stairs, walking, uneven surfaces, or limited accessibility. Early notice helps us plan reasonable accommodations. We are unable to guarantee last-minute changes or provide personal physical assistance that requires staff to lift, carry, or physically support participants. Requests are reviewed individually so we can plan appropriate accommodations in advance.
Please contact Continuing Education at 715-346-3838 or uwspceweb@uwsp.edu.
