Four writers will be taking it outside this month as part of the Three Lakes Cultural Trust’s Creative Spaces project, and they are inviting locals to pick up their pens and join in.

Wānaka's Laura Williamson, Queenstown's Bethany Rogers, and former Wānaka residents Liz Breslin and Annabel Wilson will be presenting 'Field Notes' on Sunday November 30 in and around the Wānaka Scout Den and Eely Point.

The four will present a reading from their recent works, followed by a walking workshop, in which participants will take a short easy walk with several stops, each designed to inspire creative flow in a different way.

"Everyone will get the chance to start a new piece of writing, or to work on something they've already started, through a series of site-specific prompts," Laura said.

Annabel said the workshop will involve a "wayfinding approach", whereby walking becomes a writer's tool, bringing together body and mind.

"We hope you’ll come away with some fresh ideas and connections. And there will be a chance for some kōrero and sharing of our kupu at the end."

Participants should bring a pen, notebook, comfortable shoes and a desire to get inspired, Laura said.

Running from November 1–30, the Creative Spaces Project is a collaboration between Queenstown Lakes District Council and the Three Lakes Cultural Trust, pairing local creativity with unexpected spaces and places across the Queenstown Lakes District. 

Field Notes Wānaka is supported by the Upper Clutha Community Arts Council.

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