Wilderness Skills Courses

VILLAGE CLASSES
March 7 and 8, 2026

Tradition and creativity meet in this two-day, hands-on community workshop. Choose from time-honored crafts such as bow making and archery, backpack basket weaving, leather shoemaking, or leather backpack making, and learn directly from a master artisan. Over this rich weekend, you’ll immerse yourself in your chosen craft, developing practical skills and creating a handcrafted piece that’s both functional and uniquely yours.

BEYOND HOT DOGS AND MARSHMALLOWS: OUTDOOR COOKING CLASSES
Spring Session - May 2
Fall Session - November 7

This class introduces the art of creative outdoor cooking, transforming simple tools and open fire into a space for thoughtful, flavorful meals. Expect hands-on learning, shared seasonal dishes, and practical techniques you can use anywhere from the backcountry to your backyard.

WILDERNESS SURVIVAL SKILLS WEEKEND COURSE
September 26 and 27, 2026

This course teaches essential wilderness survival skills such as building shelters, making fire, purifying water, tracking, trapping, and identifying wild edible plants through hands-on learning. Participants gain practical knowledge useful for outdoor adventures or natural disasters while deepening their connection to nature and ancestral practices.