ENTERPRISE — Thanks to the generous support from foundations, individuals and local businesses, Fishtrap is accepting applications for Summer Fishtrap scholarships and fellowships through Dec. 15.

The primary benefit of these awards is an opportunity to attend the 35th Summer Fishtrap Gathering of Writers, set for July 11-17, 2022, at Wallowa Lake.

According to a press release, scholarships and fellowships cover registration for the writers conference, which includes a week-long workshop, readings, activities, discussions and special events. More than that, these opportunities give writers the chance to build friendships and to gain an inspired sense of creative potential in Summer Fishtrap’s unique setting.

What’s the difference between a scholarship and a fellowship?

Scholarships

Scholarships are awarded based on an applicant’s letter demonstrating how the opportunity to attend Summer Fishtrap will help them grow as a writer and how they may not be able to attend without financial assistance. There is no application fee.

Fellowships

Fellowships are awarded to new and emerging writers who show promise at an early stage of their career. Awards are based on the quality of the applicant’s writing sample. Each entry is read by former Fishtrap Fellows and selected by a Fellowship Judge. This year’s Fellowship Judge is educator and poet James Crews. Fellowships include registration, food and lodging for the week. There is a $25 application fee.

Learn more at www.fishtrap.org/summer-fishtrap-2022-workshop and www.fishtrap.org/scholarships-fellowships.