The Machine & (Human) Nature

Join us for the second annual The Machine and (Human) Nature retreat, an intimate gathering at the Wagon Box in the foothills of the Bighorn Mountains. Invited speakers include: Seneca Scott, James Pogue, Peter Allen, and Eustace Conway.

At this small retreat, we hope to wrestle with themes including the role of technology, transhumanism, and how to find meaning in the face of the ever-advancing machine. We would like to consider the effect the machine has had on families, the environment, autonomy, and class politics. We would also like to discuss and showcase forms of creative resistance.

The discussions, interviews, and panels for this event will be co-created by attendees. By that, we mean if you would like to speak, run a workshop, develop a panel, or more, this is your chance to have the stage and shape the discussion. More details on how to submit a session to come.

In addition to the talks, we hope to have plenty of activities on offer. Last year, the retreat included cold plunges in the creek, followed by visits to the sauna, trout fishing, long walks, sing-alongs, and a spontaneous happy hour debate. We will also share some meals together, with toasts and time to chat informally. The lodge kitchen will also be available for cooking.

Families are welcomed and encouraged.