Raising a few chickens can be the easiest way to grow your own meat. Chickens are easy to start and relatively cheap to raise. They have a short lifecycle and can be kept on a small plot of land. To bring this process to a happy conclusion, however, the would-be poultry grower must be ready to butcher as well. This […]

A Spoon Gathering is an event for spoon carvers—and would-be spoon carvers or people curious about spoon carving—and green woodworkers of all sorts. We get together to carve spoons, talk carving and carving tools, share techniques and tools and carving wood, trade or sell spoons or tools. The 13th Annual Driftless Spoon Gathering will take place Friday, September 12th through […]

This course is certified through the Safety and Woods Working (SAWW) training program and is part of a four-level series designed to increase safety and efficiency of chainsaw use. Participants in Level 1 training will spend part of the morning in the classroom, and at least 5 hours outside practicing techniques to operate chainsaws safely, comfortably and productively. Topics covered […]

Elevate your cooking skills in this dynamic class designed to inspire dishes that cater to omnivores, vegetarians, vegans, and those with gluten or dairy restrictions. Using the versatile stir fry technique, we will create three distinct dishes: a vibrant, vegan curry-inspired dish, a flavorful Provence-inspired vegetarian dish, and an Asian-inspired dish featuring locally sourced, grass-fed meat—each served over a bed […]

This class is designed to help folks more effectively move through the woods for improved success in observing and approaching wildlife. Our wild neighbors are of course adept at these abilities, but by increasing our understanding and our awareness of wild movement (and with lots of practice), we can learn to play this game better - i.e., develop better detection […]

This course is certified through the Safety and Woods Working (SAWW) training program and is part of a four-level series designed to increase safety and efficiency of chainsaw use. Prerequisite: Completion of Level 1 training Participants in Level 2 SAWW training will refine and build upon chainsaw proficiency skills learned in Level 1. Participants in Level 2 training will spend […]

Are you interested in going off-grid, with batteries and solar panels for power? In this class we will discuss types of batteries and how to connect and maintain them. We'll also introduce other elements necessary for setting up off-grid solar, including rack types, roof mounts, solar panels, charge controllers, off-grid inverters, and wiring. The afternoon includes a tour of several […]

In this beginner-friendly mushroom foraging class, we'll explore the autumn woods together in search of edible and medicinal mushrooms. We'll discuss mushroom identification techniques, accessible tools, and practical foraging tips. We'll be on the hunt for fall mushrooms like hen of the woods/maitake, honey mushrooms, lion's mane, lobster mushrooms, chicken of the woods, shaggy manes, hedgehog mushrooms, puffball mushrooms, oyster […]

Fall is an abundant time of late fruits, regrowth of some wild greens, some roots and nuts, and big windfall mushrooms (like hen-of-the-woods!). We will cover close-to-home zones like yard edges and fencerows, as well as some deep forests and wetlands. We will survey, sample, and discuss usage and storage of these fine wild foods that can richly enhance our […]

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Spend a day creating a generous market-style basket with a strong handle—perfect for carrying the bounty of the fall season. Using durable rattan reed, you’ll weave a large rectangular basket with rib or spoke-made handles. Personalize your piece by choosing from a variety of colors to add decorative stripes. All materials and tools will be provided. While prior basket weaving […]

"Chip Carving" is an ancient form of wood-surface decoration. It can be applied to wood surfaces both practical and decorative. Examples can be seen on jewelry, Christmas ornaments, boxes, furniture, door frames, spoons and more! In this class each student will have guided practice, then choose/create a traditional Rosette pattern to complete their own Chip Carving artwork. This hands-on class […]

Come bask in wonder at the beauty of the night sky! Orient yourself in place by learning how to find the directions using the stars. Place yourself in time by learning the histories and mythologies of the stars that humans have been drawing, speaking, and writing for tens of thousands of years. We are of the first generations who know […]