On June 28th we will welcome all of our attendees with a reception under the nordic tipi located at our event venue Peace of Paradise in Paradise Valley Montana. The following 3 days will include Plein Air sessions that center around the theme of self exploration outdoors and building artistic confidence. Wendy Vogt will lead a class helping you tap into the world outside through your own lens to develop your own style of expression through art. We will use the tools for plein air painting by bringing your own portable plein air art box and favorite paint brushes. Guest artist, Rachel Graham will assist by helping you focus on the landscapes inspired by Paradise Valley Montana’s breathtaking mountain views. All art materials will be provided.

Storytelling through art session will be lead by Chloe Nostrant to help inspire your art.

Drumming Circle lead by Kaycee Kalahar using her own handmade hide drums for grounding yourself in nature to open up your creativity. 

Custom Shaped palm leaf hats with Cofer Hat Co. to wear on your trip! 

Sample Itinerary:

June 28th - 

5pm-8p welcome reception with heavy appetizers, organically crafted cocktails, custom hat shaping with Cofer Hat Co., oracle cards with Nayade, nature walks and live music with the Wild Homesteader 

June 29th-  

8 am: Optional morning yoga

9 am: Continental breakfast with coffee and tea and locally baked goods

10 am: Sound healing/drumming ceremony 

11 am: Montana Storytelling session under the tipi with Chloe Nostrant 

12:30pm: Picnic Lunch 

1:30-4:30pm: Plein Air Painting with Wendy Vogt and Rachel Grahm

5pm: Dinner on your own

June 30th -  

8 am: Optional morning yoga

9 am: Continental breakfast with coffee and tea and locally baked goods

10 am:Felting demonstration with the Wild Homesteader 

12 pm: Picnic Lunch 

1-4 pm: Plein Air Painting with Wendy Vogt and Rachel Grahm

5 pm: Dinner at the Nordic Tipi with private chef 

July 1st -  

8 am: Optional morning yoga

9 am: Continental breakfast with coffee and tea and locally baked goods

10 am-12pm: Plein Air Painting with Wendy Vogt and Rachel Grahm

12:30 pm: Picnic Lunch 

1:30-3 pm: Plein Air Painting with Wendy Vogt and Rachel Grahm

3:30 -5:30 pm: Wine tasting 

6 pm:Dinner on your own

*3 day local artist pop up shop onsite to shop at your leisure! 

Here’s a recommendation list as you plan extra days on your trip to Montana!

Most activities require reservations in advance. We have partnered with COHO Collective for accommodations near our venue. 

Click on the link below to book your stay and receive 10% off with the code “POP10”.

https://cohocollective.holidayfuture.com/all-listings
If you prefer hotel accommodations nearby we recommend Sage Lodge, Chico Hot Springs,

Or The Murray in Livingston. 

Activities:

Horseback Ride: Chico Horsebarn in Paradise Valley or Yellowstone Rough Riders in Yellowstone Park

Fly Fish: Yellowstone Anglers 

Hikes: Pine Creek Falls, Passage Falls are nearby

Yellowstone National Park NORTH ENTRANCE is 30 minutes away

Soak in hot thermal water Hotspring pools: Chico Hotsprings or Yellowstone Hotsprings 

River float: Rowdy River Guides 

Wooden Luxury Boat tour : Yellowstone Wooden Boat 

Dining: 

Reservation needed 1 month in advance 

Campione Roman Italian Livingston (NY TIMES 50 Best in the Country)- https://www.eatcampione.com

Yellowstone Valley Grill (great food and views)-https://www.yellowstonevalleylodge.com/dining

Sage Lodge Views, cocktails, brunch and spa- https://sagelodge.com/restaurants-near-yellowstone/

Chico Historic Dining Room- https://www.chicohotsprings.com/dining/historic-dining-room

No reservation needed

Chico Saloon and Hotsprings burgers, salads, full bar and Hotsprings: https://www.chicohotsprings.com/dining/chico-saloon

The Old Saloon, burgers, steak, and bar and live music: https://www.oldsaloonmt.com

Follow yer Nose Bque: https://www.followyernosebbq.com

Pine Creek Lodge- Breakfast Brunch outside and live music at night:https://pinecreeklodgemontana.com

The Murray burgers, salads, live music, brick oven pizza, gelato:https://www.murrayblock.com/murraybar

Fainting Goat Pub Irish bar indoor/outdoor dining: https://www.faintinggoatpub.com

Walk and visit our favorite Livingston Shops:

The Gourmet Cellar 

Lindsay Thornburg

Yellowstone Hat Co.

Cactus Blossom 

Medicine Bird Gallery

Visions West 

Elk River Books 

Ludale Vintage Clothing 

Kithsip

Out of the Blue Antiques 

Wolfs Mercantile 

Pack your own Plein air box, favorite paintbrushes if you have them.

Montana weather is unpredictable! Prepare for cool mornings and evenings with a jacket and sweater.

Sunblock and a refillable water bottle.

Pack jeans, t-shirts, layers, baseball cap for the wind, and comfortable shoes you don't mind getting dirty.

If your planning on hiking wear supportive hiking shoes.

Its very casual but western wear is encouraged if your attending the rodeo!