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Ponderosa Planner

Ponderosa Planner

$32.99 USD
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The Ponderosa Planner is a physical productivity tool designed to help you stay on track without the distractions of digital systems. The planner is lightly structured with two sections to help you clear your mind and then focus on what truly matters.
The planner is available for pre-order now with the first units shipping in June 2026.

Details

  • B6 size hardcover notebook with smyth sewn lay flat binding
  • Hot debossed vegan-leather cover
  • Heavyweight 120 gsm FSC-certified paper
  • 176 pages to last 5+ months of daily use
  • Human-made artwork inside and out
  • Silk ribbon bookmark for easy access
  • Elastic band for security on-the-go

Shipping & Returns

Pre-orders ship in June 2026. After that, orders will ship within 3 days of purchase via the shipping option you select at checkout.

We do not accept returns due to the nature of the product and the logistical challenges (we are a small business). However, if the product arrives damaged or defective, please email us at hello@ponderosa.co within 14 days and we'll send you a replacement.

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Mila's Method

Mila’s method for staying on top of everything is just three simple steps. Once per week Brain Dump all of the tasks, notes, requests, and things you’ve been worrying about onto the Brain Dump pages. Once you can’t think of anything else to write down, go through the list and cross off the things that aren’t important. You can also put stars next to the most important things or arrows next to the things that you can do later. Finally, transfer these important tasks to your To Do pages for the upcoming week. Be sure to prioritize aggressively: we often bite off more than we can chew :)

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Human-Generated Artwork

All of the artwork in the planner was hand drawn or carved by Kael’s dad, Scott. Scott is a wood cut artist from Petaluma, CA, with a day job as a self-employed landscaper. We will be releasing a collection of his prints in the next few weeks.

FAQs

When will I receive my planner if I pre-order now?

The first 100 pre-orders will ship in early June, with the rest shipping in late June. We'll send you a shipping notification with tracking info once your order is on its way.

Do you ship internationally?

Currently we only ship within the US. Send us an email with your country in the subject line if you want us to ship somewhere else.

What makes this different from other planners?

Most planners give you calendars, task slots, and fluff pages without any guidance. The Ponderosa Planner is built on a simple productivity system that is easy-to-use and works well for almost everyone who tries it. It also has cool art, uses sustainable materials, and just looks and feels great.

Can I use a fountain pen?

We've tested the planner with ballpoint, gel, felt and fountain pens. All of them write well on our smooth 120 gsm paper with no bleeding or feathering. Pencil also writes nicely and can be easily erased.

Does this replace my digital task management setup?

It's up to you! Digital tools are useful for collaborative projects, but for single-player stuff, we prefer pen and paper.

How long does the planner last?

The planner contains 54 Brain Dump pages and 110 To Do pages. If you use two Brain Dump pages and five To Do pages per week, that's 22 weeks of usage.

The Backstory

Kael and Mila started Ponderosa after being frustrated by the complexity and counter-productivity of almost every digital productivity tool. We had plenty of fun setting up our little Notion Kanban boards, or making custom workflows in Jira, but we pretty soon realized that these tools were more of a distraction than anything else. The system that keeps you focused should not be something you spend time maintaining, organizing, logging into or reloading every day. It should be always accessible, easily modified, and free from all possible distractions: we’re bringing back pen and paper.

Why Ponderosa

Ponderosa is scraggly, rugged variety of pine tree with deep red bark that smells like vanilla. It grows surprisingly well in the most challenging conditions and symbolizes our value of perseverance and our commitment to always use sustainable materials.