Wildly Creative
Ignite Inspiration,
Connect to Your Passion,
& Activate Your Full Creative Potential.
Next Retreat: 2026 - Elkins, WV
***More Details Coming Soon ***
Awaken Your Inner Creator.
Expand Your Vision of What’s Possible.
Become Who YOU Are Meant to Be.
…All while surrounded by the ancient wisdom
and stunning natural beauty of the Appalachian Mountains.
Wildy Creative is a retreat for creative souls craving more from life.
More creativity.
More aliveness.
More meaning.
More freedom.
More wild abandon.
More radical self-expression.
Here, you’ll tune out the distractions and tune into what you really desire from your creative work, your career, and your life…
You’ll connect to your sense of wonder, quiet your busy mind, and create space for your Future Self to step forward…
You’ll stop asking yourself and unearth the courage you need to make your next big move, so you can:
+ Create deeper, truer, more fulfilling work.
+ Express yourself more boldy & authentically.
+ Live the full, wild, creatively rich life you know is meant for you.
THE EXPERIENCE
Your retreat experience is thoughtfully curated to provide the combination of spacious self-reflection, community connection, and intentional creation needed to wake you up and call you forward.
This retreat is wilderness-meets-luxury. Nestled in the heart of the woods, you’ll find incomparable rugged beauty and peace.
You’ll also be cared for every step of the way, with all lodging, meals, and activities included in your retreat experience.
WHAT TO EXPECT
3 Nights (4 Days) In A Mountain Cabin:
Cozy, quiet, and just a short drive from the area’s most breathtaking sights, your cabin offers a remote “glamping” vibe in the heart of a national forest.
Bask in crisp golden sunlight on a private grassy ‘beach,’ dip your toes in the cool river water, and share a laugh with new friends in the jacuzzi. This is your hub for rest and reconnection to self and nature.
VALUE: $1,200
4 Days of Fresh, Locally-Sourced Meals
With family farms galore and a rich culinary culture, your time in Appalachia includes a weekend full of high-quality, locally crafted meals.
No need to factor in an additional dining budget during your travels. All meals are covered, including a special fine dining experience at one of The Mountain State’s most celebrated establishments.
Value: $1,000
Creative Exploration Sessions
Guided by singer-songwriter Cassidy Dickens and jewelry artist Tammy Dickens, our daily group sessions will take you deep into self-discovery and creative exploration… while encouraging you to HAVE FUN and fall in love with your craft all over again.
Value: $1,500
Arts & Nature Excursions
Take a gentle walk to a picturesque overlook, pour over local art and music, ride a vintage train to a secret waterfall destination—curated activities like these (and more) will leave you feeling inspired and delighted.
Value: $500
Creative Business Mentorship
If you’re dreaming of turning your creative passions into a career—or going bigger in your current artistic endeavors—we’re here to support you.
Throughout the weekend, you’ll have the opportunity to receive professional mentorship from your retreat hosts who share more than 20+ collective years of experience as professional artists and creative entrepreneurs.
Value: $2,000
As well as plenty of free time to enjoy hiking, swimming, relaxing, journaling, creating, and connecting with the other amazing humans in our retreat community.
BONUS: WILD MUSE PHOTO SHOOT
Your retreat experience includes a WILD MUSE photoshoot with artist Vanessa Wingerath. Here, you’ll let your creative goddess shine and witness your most authentic, most vibrant, most fully expressed version of you. You’ll receive 5 edited images to capture the magic of the weekend and commemorate your experience.
You are capable of pure magic.
Wildly Creative is the bridge that will turn your uncertainty into possibility.
You can feel in your soul that great things are waiting for you. That there’s more you’re meant to do with your life. Harnessing your creativity and unearthing the courage to claim the life you really want is the first step.
This retreat is where you come when you’re ready to do THAT.
When you’re standing at the precipice, ready to:
Write your book, release your album, or hang your art in a dream gallery.
Make more money from your creative work.
Become a name-to-know in your niche.
Feel fully alive and engaged in your work.
Embody radical self-expression and unshakeable confidence.
Surpass your current idea of “possible” and create a life that lights you up.
This Retreat Is For You If:
✔ You’re an imaginative, creative human with a desire to lead a more inspired, activated life.
✔ You’re ready to let go of the self-doubt and find out what you’re REALLY capable of on the other side of fear.
✔ You’re done with spiraling in ‘idea-land;’ you want to build momentum and take action to bring your next big idea earthside.
✔ You need a few days with zero distractions—no doom-scrolling, no family obligations, no meetings, no nothing—so you can get back to the heart of who YOU really are and what’s next for your journey.
✔ You believe in the power of community and crave a circle of like-minded, supportive, ambitious creatives who will see you, get you, and call you forward.
Wildly Creative Is NOT For You If:
❌ You’re unwilling to stretch past your comfort zone, consider new possibilities, or take action to create real change in your life.
❌ You think people are only “real creatives” if they have an MFA, an impressive reputation, [insert your particular stipulation here]. We don’t gatekeep art or creativity. If you vibe with the word “creative,” you’re welcome to join us.
❌ You’re looking for luxury resort vibes. Our retreat will take place deep in the forest in a somewhat rustic yet very cozy cabin. You’ll be comfy and well cared for. What you lack in cell reception, you’ll make up for in new friends, quiet moments, and babbling river water.
Meet Your Host
CASSIDY DICKENS
Hello and welcome! I’m Cassidy—singer-songwriter, host of the Getting Creative podcast, Founder of Lyric Creative, and Artist Mentor.
Growing up in southern West Virginia, I was surrounded by a rich tapestry of storytelling and the kind of natural beauty that fills every day with wild inspiration. I was also surrounded by people who, for a variety of complex cultural and economic reasons, were trapped in grueling careers they absolutely hated.
I’ve always had a deep gratitude for my ancestors who made a living mining coal, distilling moonshine, digging graves, and working hard to make ends meet.
But even as a child I knew deep in my bones that I was called to something else. I didn’t know how, but I knew I HAD to find a career that lit my soul up and fulfilled my sense of purpose.
At the tender age of 12, I accepted my first paying gig as a singer-songwriter. I played two hours of original music at a local restaurant… and I was hooked.
In the years since, I’ve fanned that flickering flame of inspiration into a full-on creative conflagration. I took my music dreams out of the West Virginia mountains to Nashville, where I spent 7+ years writing and singing under the neon lights.
I’ve toured the US, released three full-length albums, written for film & national TV, and collaborated with dozens of producers and recording artists.
In 2017, my love for storytelling led me to found Lyric Creative Co.—an online marketing company dedicated to helping creatives, coaches, authors, speakers, and other visionary business owners get their brilliance out into the world.
To date, I’ve helped my clients earn multiple millions of dollars doing work they love, all through the power of strategic storytelling and genuine human connection.
Today, I’m thrilled to still be actively growing my music career AND supporting other creatives as a mentor and consultant.
I’m on a mission to help creative souls like you build careers and lives that center passion, freedom, and purpose—on YOUR own terms, by YOUR own rules, in a way that reflects YOUR definition of “success.”
If you’re ready to build a creative practice that leaves you feeling inspired and lit up every day AND you love the idea of getting paid for your passions—I’m your girl. I’d be honored to help you get there.
Questions & Answers
Q: Who is this retreat open to? Can I come if I’m not a professional artist?
This retreat is open to anyone who identifies as a “creative,” who wants to kindle that creative flame, reconnect with your sense of self and vision, and feel more fully expressed in your work and your life.
You may be a musician, a writer, a painter, a photographer, a coach, an author, a speaker, a therapist, a yoga instructor, a chef, an illustrator, a midwife, a copywriter, a designer… and the list goes on! We’re not concerned with titles or labels. If the experience speaks to you, join us!
Q: Do you offer payment plans?
Yes! We’re happy to offer payment plans for all events. Email cassidy@cassidydickens.com or DM me on Instagram @cassidydickens for more info.
Q: How "outdoorsy” are we talking here?
This experience is focused on renewing creativity, igniting inspiration, and calling you forward into your full artistic potential. We use connection to nature to facilitate your connection to self and vision.
Your cabin is in a remote location, about a 15-20 minute drive from the town of Elkins, WV, en route to some of the state’s most popular parks. Our activities will include light-moderate activity; think gentle nature walks, not hardcore hikes.
The cabin features a cozy “glamping” vibe. You can expect warm woods, stonework, private river access for swimming and sunbathing, a beautiful deck, a hot tub, heat and/or AC as required, and 3 floors of space to spread out and enjoy some alone time if you crave privacy.
That being said, guests should note that this is not a luxury resort; it’s a true forest cabin, backing up to the one-million acre Monongahela National Forest.
PS - If you’re looking for strenuous activity, there’s plenty to be found! Add a day to your trip to take advantage of local rock climbing, caving, wilderness backpacking, and more. Feel free to write to us if you have questions about this.
Q: What will the weather be like?
Early June is an ideal time to visit West Virginia. While this area is known as a winter wonderland during the colder months, early summer brings warm temperate days, pleasantly brisk nights, wildflowers, and the perfect climate for enjoying the great outdoors.
While we of course can’t make guarantees about the weather, temperatures in this area in early June average in the mid-70s, with occasional spikes to the low 80s or dips to the high 60s. Nights are a bit chillier—the perfect weather to throw your favorite hoodie over some shorts and sit by a fire.
The retreat cabin is equipped with both gas heat and central AC, so our space will be climate controlled and comfortable.
Q: Tell me more about the retreat property. What’s the cabin like?
The cabin is a cozy, rustic gem in the woods just outside of Elkins, WV. Think locally-sourced wood, stonework, a wrap-around deck, and vaulted ceilings with skylights.
The property includes a large communal kitchen, lots of cozy “conversation spaces,” and a hot tub if you want to hang out and make friends—as well as three spacious floors, a large open yard, and a private river access area, if you’d rather spend some time in solitude, reflection, and privacy.
You’ll have access to free wifi, central A/C, a whole-house fan, and a gas furnace (though we don’t expect to need the heat).
The Private Suite option includes access to your own en suite private bathroom with a jacuzzi tub.
All guests will have access to 2 shared full bathrooms.
Q: I have other questions. Who can I contact?
We’d love to chat with you! Feel free to email Cassidy at cassidy@cassidydickens.com or DM me on Instagram @cassidydickens for more information.
