PROGRAMS

Welcome to our Program Catalog

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Workshops and retreats at Ghost Ranch go beyond traditional learning. They offer a chance to dig deeper, connect meaningfully, and explore new perspectives in a place where curiosity and courage thrive.

Our programs span a wide range of topics, all rooted in our mission to nurture the human spirit and mind, discover the sacred, and care for creation. Here, you can engage with the fine arts, develop a creative practice, explore the natural sciences, and gain a more profound insight into yourself and the world around you. Each summer, we also offer unique, low-cost programs for children, teens, and families.

Program registration and lodging may be secured online. If you require further assistance with registration, feel welcome to contact us at reservations@ghostranch.org or 505.685.1000.

If tuition is a barrier to attending, you may apply for a scholarship by submitting this form at least one month before the program start date. Please note: those who have received a scholarship in the past are not eligible for another.

To help us best support our summer programs, July overnight stays are available only to guests registered for a program. Any lodging reservations not tied to a program may be cancelled.

May 2026

Hike the Harmonies with Connie B. Burkhart – G26050202

Come and experience this unique ‘jam with the land’ as we hike and explore rare sites of Ghost Ranch and the surrounding area with Connie B. Burkhart. Step into the light and free your soul in the wilderness during one of the most beautiful times of the year. We will hit the trail and walk […]
10 - 16 May
All Day
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Beginning Pastels II with Natasha Isenhour – G26050204

Have you tried your hand at pastels and now you’re ready to take that leap to learning more? Have you played with pastels in the past and felt like you didn’t know what to do with them? Well, here is your chance. This class is built as a follow-up to the Beginning Pastels 1  taught […]
10 - 16 May
All Day
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Luminous Landscapes in Cold Wax with Alisa Beck – G26050205

Painting by Alisa Beck. Reference photo used with permission from Jennifer Eifert. Immerse yourself in the wonder of it all at Ghost Ranch, where the landscape itself is rich in history and layers. In this 5-day workshop, we will use oil paints and cold wax to capture the famous light and geographical wonders of the […]
10 - 16 May
All Day
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Bluegrass Camp with Finders-Youngberg Band – G26050201

*PLEASE NOTE: This workshop is FULL! Please contact Heather Taylor at heathert@ghostranch.org to be placed on the waiting list. Join us for music, connection, and creativity under the wide New Mexico skies at Ghost Ranch. Whether you’re a picker, strummer, or singer, this immersive bluegrass camp offers daily workshops, jam sessions, and evening concerts with […]
13 - 17 May
All Day
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Western Adornments: Bolos & Statement Rings with Brandon Ruppert – G26050203

In this hands-on silversmithing class you will learn how to fabricate a bolo tie and or a statement ring. Focus will be on silversmithing techniques that include, sawing, filing, soldering, forming, finishing and stone setting as well as design, function and personal expression. Instruction will include step-by-step demonstrations. The class is open to students who […]
13 - 17 May
All Day
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The Quiet Return Retreat with Dehryl Mason – G26050401

This retreat is for women who’ve been holding everything together— and are finally ready to set it all down. Held in the sacred high desert of Ghost Ranch, The Quiet Return Retreat offers spacious time to rest, reconnect, and gently return to your inner self. Whether you’re at a soulful crossroads or simply craving stillness, […]
29 May - 02 Jun
All Day
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Look Closer Watercolor Cloudscapes & Botanicals with Jean Cate – G26050403

**Please note: This workshop is FULL! Please contact Heather Taylor at heathert@ghostranch.org to be placed on the waiting list. Join Chicago-based artist Jean Cate for “Look Closer” a cloudscape and botanical watercolor workshop. Dive into the world of watercolors as Jean guides you through an exploration of local botanicals, natural ephemera, and skyscapes. Inspired by […]
29 May - 01 Jun
All Day
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June 2026

Community Camp

At Ghost Ranch’s Community Camp, each day is filled with possibility—a place where curiosity leads the way and adventure unfolds from morning to afternoon. Rio Arriba County campers, ages 5–17, spend their days exploring the beauty and wonder of Ghost Ranch, guided by our caring and experienced Summer Staff, before returning home with stories to […]
15 - 18 Jun
All Day
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Drawing From Nature: Bones & Blossoms with Helen Byers

At Ghost Ranch, Georgia O’Keeffe found inspiration in the desert around her. Flowers and animal bones were among her favorite subjects. Here is your chance to explore how the same subjects inspire YOU. Refine your realistic drawing skills with 5 days & 6 nights in residence at historic Casa del Sol, amid the spectacular landscape […]
21 - 27 Jun
All Day
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Church Youth Week with Claudia Aguilar Rubalcava – G26060305

Calling all Middle and High School Youth Groups from across the Nation! Come spend an unforgettable week at Ghost Ranch—a place where faith, friendship, and adventure come to life. Together you’ll worship, serve, play and experience God’s presence in the beauty of the New Mexico high desert. Rev. Claudia Aguilar Rubalcava will guide youth in […]
21 - 26 Jun
All Day
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