Erik’s Ranch is offering retreats at our beautiful guest ranch in Paradise Valley, MT for artists of all kinds. Stays include private rooms with ensuite baths, meals, private workspaces and special tours offered by our ranch staff during specific weeks every February and March. View our beautiful Lodge.

History of the Program

A couple of things came together in my mind and were the inspiration for this program.

First, the mission of our organization is to provide meaningful employment and experiences for young adults with autism. During our high season, our members spend most of their time on the ranch providing tours to our guests and sharing their knowledge and skills. During the low season, especially at our Lodge, we have fewer guests joining us, so our members give fewer tours.

Second, I’d been watching the writers’ and actors’ strikes with concern and thinking about my 7-time Grammy Award winning musician friend who was in a 3-year battle with big data over their lack of payment to musicians. I thought, “how can we support these artists?”

Those two ideas came together, and I asked friends of the organization to sponsor these retreats, helping not only our young adults with autism, but the arts community as well.

I have a passion for creating mutually beneficial partnerships, and hope you join us to experience the magic this one will surely bring.

Warmly,

Kathryn Nordberg

Pricing

Pricing for 2027 will be released in the coming months. Check back for updates.

How it Works

• 5 individual rooms are available each week at our Lodge in Paradise Valley, MT.
• Guests have private bedroom with king or queen bed, ensuite bath.
• Guests have private workspace which includes a desk and comfortable chair, best for working on a laptop or with materials not needing water.
• All meals are included except for two dinners at authentic western locales at the expense of participants.
• Tours provided by our members each afternoon. Attendance is required at each tour.
• Transportation to Montana is the responsibility of the guest.
  • Pick ups will be made at the Bozeman International Airport or if driving, we will provide directions to guide you to Erik’s Ranch.
  • Guests who fly in can also rent a car for more flexibility during off hours.
  • Be sure to check weather! Roads will close for heavy snow! We will be in touch if there is weather predicted on your arrival or departure days.
• Reservations cannot be cancelled within 60 days of stay.

Weekly Schedule

Tuesday

3pm – 5pm: Check-in

6pm – 8pm: Welcome Dinner at Lodge

Wednesday

7am – 8am: Continental Breakfast

8am – 12pm: Morning Work Block

12pm – 1pm: Lunch

1pm – 3:30pm: Member Tour

3:30pm – 5:30pm: Afternoon Work Block

6pm – 8pm: Dinner in Paradise Valley

Thursday

7am – 8am: Continental Breakfast

8am – 12pm: Morning Work Block

12pm – 1pm: Lunch

1pm – 3:30pm: Member Tour

3:30pm – 5:30pm: Afternoon Work Block

6pm – 8pm: Dinner at Lodge

Friday

7am – 8am: Continental Breakfast

8am – 12pm: Morning Work Block

12pm – 1pm: Lunch

1pm – 3:30pm: Member Tour

3:30pm – 5:30pm: Afternoon Work Block

6pm – 8pm: Dinner in Paradise Valley

Saturday

7am – 8am: Continental Breakfast

8am – 12pm: Morning Work Block

12pm – 1pm: Lunch

1pm – 3:30pm: Member Tour

3:30pm – 5:30pm: Afternoon Work Block

6pm – 8pm: Dinner at Lodge

Sunday

7am – 8am: Continental Breakfast

8am – 11am: Check-out

Tours

• Snowshoeing
• Keep Calm & Brush On (indoor horse experience)
• Llama Meet & Greet
• Live Music Experience
• Others depending on Member experience / passions