
Upcoming events
& DAY RETREAts

SUMMER WOMEN'S CIRCLE: 3 CIRCLE JOURNEY
*THIS IS A 3 CIRCLE SIGN UP: When you register, you’re signing up for the full three-circle summer journey. *
This helps us create a strong container and a sense of continuity. If you’re unable to attend one of the gatherings, your place will still be held — a chair will remain in your honor, symbolizing your presence in the circle. This is the beginning of a yearlong journey should you choose. Whether you’re looking for consistent support, a soulful check-in, or a deeper connection with community.
DATES:
-Sunday, June 22
-Sunday, July 20
-Sunday, August 17
TIME: 9:30AM-11:30 AM
INVESTMENT: $150
GUIDE: Susan Elizabeth
LOCATION: The Treehouse Art Studio & Retreat Center
SIGN UP HERE
Questions?
Contact Susan

POTTERY IN THE WILD: HAND BUILDING WORKSHOP
Join us for a 3-hour pottery handbuilding workshop in the Washougal River Valley.
PROGRAM
Join us for a 3-hour hand-building pottery workshop in the Washougal River Valley. Guided by artists Susan Elizabeth Fronckowiak & Anna Norris, this experience invites you to slow down, connect with nature, and express your creativity through clay.
In community, we’ll hand-build functional or expressive pieces, inspired by the land around us.
Afterward, choose your glaze, and Anna will fire your creation—available for later pickup at Norris Arts in Camas.
No experience necessary—just bring your hands and heart!
COST & REGISTRATION
Program Contribution: $100
Program Logistics: Our starting time is 10:00am on Saturday, June 28th, and end time is at 1:00pm.
*There are multiple class dates available
Cancellation Policy: We understand that unexpected changes happen, and cancellations impact other participants and the sustainability of our programs.
If you cancel 30 days or more before the offering, we will refund your tuition.
Location: This event is being held in a cabin on land (or outside if it’s warm and sunny!) that is 15 minutes outside of the town of Washougal, Washington. The retreat is a 30-minute drive from Portland International Airport or a 35-minute drive from Stevenson, Washington/Cascade Locks, Oregon.
Size of group: This offering is designed with intention - our maximum group size will be 8 guests.
Meet Susan and Anna: here
Sign up today to secure your spot!
(Ages 18+)
Optional items to bring:
-Snacks/water bottle
Experience the power of creating and gathering with others!
To register, sign up here.
We look forward to gathering with you!

WOMEN’S FALL RETREAT
TENDING THE CREATIVE FIRE: A Fall Retreat of Nature, Art, and Women’s Community
This invitation is to join us to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and be in community with others called to create and reflect in rhythm with the season. Through art, nature, rest, and ceremony, we’ll honor the beauty of letting go, the wisdom of turning inward, and the quiet power of creative emergence.
🌿 This Retreat Is For You If You’re Longing For...
🟢 Time away to reconnect with your creative spark
🟢 The grounding presence of forest, mountain, and stillness
🟢 Deep rest and body-centered healing
🟢 A supportive, inspiring community
🟢 Space to explore intention, ceremony, and artistic process
✨ What’s Included
Two nights lodging in a private room in a cozy cabin in Ashford, WA
Creative art workshops to awaken your expression
Guided Reiki session to support insight, flow, and inner alignment
30-minute massage with a licensed massage therapist
Access to a sauna and hot tub for deep relaxation
Saturday evening group dinner prepared with love by your guides, Cate and Susan
Time on the land to connect with nature, meander, explore the river, or simply be
Spacious rest and personal reflection time
Proximity to Mount Rainier National Park for personal/optional exploration
A full kitchen will be available for your use. Please bring your own breakfasts, lunches, and snacks. Coffee and tea will be provided.
Retreat Start Time – Please arrive between 5PM-630PM.
We will open our gathering at 7PM on Friday.
We will close our time together at 3PM on Sunday.
(The group size will be capped at six participants, with additional guides facilitating.)
Meet your guides:
Cate & Susan
INVESTMENT: $1,295
You are worth it!
LINK TO REGISTRATION: Here

POTTERY IN THE WILD: HAND BUILDING WORKSHOP
Join us for a 3-hour pottery handbuilding workshop in the Washougal River Valley.
PROGRAM
Join us for a 3-hour hand-building pottery workshop in the Washougal River Valley. Guided by artists Susan Elizabeth Fronckowiak & Anna Norris, this experience invites you to slow down, connect with nature, and express your creativity through clay.
In community, we’ll hand-build functional or expressive pieces, inspired by the land around us.
Afterward, choose your glaze, and Anna will fire your creation—available for later pickup at Norris Arts in Camas.
No experience necessary—just bring your hands and heart!
COST & REGISTRATION
Program Contribution: $100
Program Logistics: Our starting time is 10:00am on Saturday, December 6th, and end time is at 1:00pm.
*There are multiple class dates available
Cancellation Policy: We understand that unexpected changes happen, and cancellations impact other participants and the sustainability of our programs.
If you cancel 30 days or more before the offering, we will refund your tuition.
Location: This event is being held in a cabin on land (or outside if it’s warm and sunny!) that is 15 minutes outside of the town of Washougal, Washington. The retreat is a 30-minute drive from Portland International Airport or a 35-minute drive from Stevenson, Washington/Cascade Locks, Oregon.
Size of group: This offering is designed with intention - our maximum group size will be 8 guests.
Meet Susan and Anna: here
Sign up today to secure your spot!
(Ages 18+)
Optional items to bring:
-Snacks/water bottle
Experience the power of creating and gathering with others!
To register, sign up here.
We look forward to gathering with you!

WOMEN’S DAY RETREAT IN THE WASHOUGAL RIVER VALLEY
Step into the beauty of Spring in the Washougal River Valley…
Nestled in the foothills of the Columbia River Gorge, our five-acre retreat space offers a peaceful sanctuary.
Allow yourself to slow down, reconnect with nature, and embrace the flow of creativity.
A transformative retreat designed exclusively for women seeking renewal, creativity, connection, and empowerment.
Through intention, ceremony, and expression, we’ll weave a day of presence. Our time together will be a balance of outdoor and indoor experiences. We will spend time immersed in the natural world—listening and engaging in mindful exploration. We’ll gather for creativity, guided reflection, and shared community. This blend of environments will allow for both deep connection with nature and the comfort of gathering in a supportive, nurturing space.
Come as you are—there is no need to be anything other than yourself! This retreat is an invitation to show up with curiosity, and to engage with the unfolding experience in a way that feels authentic to you.
Whether you are seeking reflection, inspiration, or simply a pause from the busyness of life, you are welcome here.
Meet your guides… Cate & Susan
COST & REGISTRATION
Program Contribution: $150
Flexible Pricing: We recognize that financial circumstances vary widely, so we offer a sliding scale ($150-$75) for program costs. Please contact Susan if you are in need of sliding scale support.
Cancellation Policy: We understand that unexpected changes happen, and cancellations impact not only participants but also our team and the sustainability of our programs.
If you cancel 30 days or more before the retreat, we will refund your tuition.
Program Logistics: Our starting time is 9:00am on Saturday, May 24th, and end time is at 3:00pm. Please plan to arrive by 8:45am to give yourself time to settle in.
Location: The retreat is being held on land that is 15 minutes outside of the town of Washougal, Washington. The retreat is a 30-minute drive from Portland International Airport or a 35-minute drive from Stevenson, Washington/Cascade Locks, Oregon.
Size of Retreat: This retreat is designed with intention - our maximum group size will be 10 guests.
Sign up today to secure your spot!
(Minimum age requirement is 18 years old.)
What to bring:
-Your own lunch (microwave will be available).
-A coat/all-weather gear.
-Clothing suitable for a full range of inclement weather.
-A blanket for use indoors or outdoors.
-Journal and pen/pencil.
Optional supplies:
-Umbrella, creative outlet supplies: colored pencils/pens/water colors, instruments… etc.
Experience the power of gathering with others in an intimate, nurturing environment that encourages authenticity and connection. Leave with a sense of renewal, clarity, and inspiration to bring back into daily life!
Questions? Contact us
To register, sign up here.
We look forward to gathering with you!

STUDIO TOUR- Day #2
WASHOUGAL STUDIO ARTISTS’ Spring Studio Tour Weekend.
17 studios and 32 artists! This FREE events spans over two days.
10am-4pm Saturday & Sunday, May 3-4, 2025
Find a tour map and more information at:
https://www.washougalstudioartists.org/artists-2025-spring-studio-tour
Celebrate art!
And… bring a picnic,
and enjoy the beauty of the Washougal River Valley!

STUDIO TOUR- DAY #1
WASHOUGAL STUDIO ARTISTS’ Spring Studio Tour Weekend.
17 studios and 32 artists! This FREE events spans over two days.
10am-4pm Saturday & Sunday, May 3-4, 2025
Find a tour map and more information at:
https://www.washougalstudioartists.org/artists-2025-spring-studio-tour
Celebrate art!
And… bring a picnic,
and enjoy the beauty of the Washougal River Valley!