Wilderness Skills
LEARNING TO WEAVE WITH WILLOW
December 7, 2024
Join local farmer and weaver Rachael Van Laanen for a day of creating small projects that help participants become accustomed to working with willow. Techniques learned are essential building blocks for all other willow basket projects.
2025
BRINGING IN THE LIGHT: FRICTION FIRE WORKSHOP
January 11, 2025
During the darkest time of the year, practice one of the most ancient arts of survival: building a fire with friction!
VILLAGE CLASS WEEKEND
February 14, 15 and 16, 2025
Tradition meets creativity with our unique hands-on Village Class experience. Bow Making/Archery, Felted Boots, Backpack Basket Making, Leather Shoemaking, Knife Handle Carving, Arrow Making, and Leather Backpack Making are being taught simultaneously in the same space. This allows participants to be exposed to several arts while focusing on one specific skill.
WILDERNESS SKILLS WEEKEND
March 22 and 23, 2025
Delve into the fundamentals of wilderness survival with our weekend workshop! Over the course of two days, you'll have the opportunity to attain the essential skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the great outdoors.
KNOT TYING ESSENTIALS: LEARN 6 MUST-KNOW KNOTS
October 11, 2025
Join us for an engaging knot-tying class where you'll learn six essential knots for outdoor adventures, from securing tarps in thunderstorms to towing cars. Whether your new to knot-tying or simply need a refresher, this hands-on session will equip you with practical skills for various scenarios!