October 24th // 9am-12pm
Learn about oak trees role in their ecosystems along with the history of acorns as a staple food. We will go through the various harvesting and processing methods to turn tannic acorns into edible flour; finishing the morning together by making acorn pancakes so delicious you’ll have to battle the squirrels for them.
(gluten free, dairy free options)
* Children 6+ are welcome to join accompanied by an adult
Nov 21st // 9am-4pm
In this workshop we will learn about the history of various rawhide traditions, the benefits and uses of rawhide, and walk through a demo of how to make it at home. We will then cut and sew rawhide into pouches with rawhide thread, along with a little antler button or bone toggle for latching.
* Children 14 + are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult
Dec 12th // 9am-12pm
Birch trees have a unique bark structure that has long been cherished by humans living amongst birch laden landscapes, particularly for its flexibility and strength. We will explore this ancient relationship, along with ethical harvesting techniques and the role birches play in the natural world. We will then learn to process and weave the bark into sweet little birds; which are perfect winter season decorations or gifts for loved ones!
Jan 2nd // 9am-3pm
Join us as we wander out into the snowy forest to explore what food and medicines are available to us during this time of year. We will learn to make pine bark chips and flour, harvest and process various seeds, make a mushroom tea blend, balsam fir oxymel, and other delicious ways of nourishing ourselves this winter season.