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Fine Furniture: Windsor Comb Back Armchair or Rocking Chair
Craft a family heirloom in this unique course designed for all woodworking skill levels. Choose…
Thu, Sep 3rd, 2026 - Sun, Sep 6th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Fingerweaving
Instructors:
Jeff Harper
Fingerweaving is one of many traditional methods utilizing ordinary materials to make beautiful…
Thu, Oct 29th, 2026 - Sun, Nov 1st, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Jeff Harper
Flatbreads from Around the World
Instructors:
Caleb Mattison
Flatbreads are humans’ first bread and are still the world’s most popular type of…
Floor Loom Weaving: Summer and Winter Placemats
Instructors:
Kristina Nichols
Discover the beauty and versatility of Summer and Winter, a classic weave structure known for its…
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Wed, Aug 5th, 2026 - Sat, Aug 8th, 2026Days 1-3: 9am-5pm; Day 4: 9am-noon
Instructor:
Kristina Nichols
Fly Fishing the North Country in Prime Time
This course is designed to provide both unique fly-fishing adventures and in-depth training sessions…
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Thu, Jun 25th, 2026 - Tue, Jun 30th, 2026Day 1: 9am-5pm, Days 2-5: 6:30am-9pm, Day 6: 9am-4pm
Focus! The Basics of Photography
Instructors:
Bryan Hansel
Photography is more than quick snapshots of friends and family. Photography is a rewarding way to…
Fri, Jun 12th, 2026 - Sat, Jun 13th, 2026
Day 1: 3-6pm; Day 2: 6am-4pm
Day 1: 3-6pm; Day 2: 6am-4pm
Instructor:
Bryan Hansel
Folding Camp Stool: Intro to Staked Furniture
Instructors:
Gabe Strand
Staked joinery is the foundation of everything from Windsor chairs to farm tools. This technique is…
Thu, Jun 11th, 2026 - Sun, Jun 14th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Gabe Strand
Folk Art Chip Carving: Hexagon Keepsake Box
Instructors:
Charlene Lynum
Discover the joy of chip carving in this hands-on class where we’ll create beautiful,…
Foraging to Fiber: Naturally Dyed Tote Bag and Scarf
Instructors:
Candace LaCosse
In this class, we’ll make a beautiful scarf and sturdy canvas and leather tote, naturally dyed…
Sat, Aug 15th, 2026 - Sun, Aug 16th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Candace LaCosse
Forge a Railroad Spike Knife
Instructors:
Cody Myers
Learn to take an American icon and forge it into a versatile tool. Students will use high carbon…
Fri, Nov 13th, 2026 - Sun, Nov 15th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Cody Myers
Forged Cooking Utensils: At the Grill and in the Kitchen
Instructors:
Elizabeth Belz
Explore blacksmithing or develop your skills at the forge to create your own cooking utensils. In…
Sat, Sep 5th, 2026 - Mon, Sep 7th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Elizabeth Belz
Frightful Forging
Instructors:
Cody Myers
Over the glow of the forge, we will channel eerie inspiration and a pinch of Halloween blacksmithing…
Thu, Oct 29th, 2026 - Sun, Nov 1st, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Cody Myers
Geology Up the Gunflint Trail
Instructors:
Jim Miller
This class does not meet at North House The rocks exposed along the upper stretch of the Gunflint…
Fri, Oct 2nd, 2026 - Sun, Oct 4th, 2026
Day 1: 4-6pm, Day 2: 9am-4pm & 7:30-8:30pm; Day 3: 9am-Noon
Day 1: 4-6pm, Day 2: 9am-4pm & 7:30-8:30pm; Day 3: 9am-Noon
Instructor:
Jim Miller
Give Some Heart: Carving Wooden Hearts
Instructors:
Alex Yerks
Have a heart! Hearts are a universal symbol of love. They’re also a simple and therapeutic…
Thu, Jun 18th, 2026
9am-5pm
9am-5pm
Instructor:
Alex Yerks
Fri, Jun 19th, 2026
9am-5pm
9am-5pm
Instructor:
Alex Yerks
Grand Marais & Beyond Nature Photography Workshop: Fall Session
Instructors:
Layne Kennedy
The Grand Marais & Beyond course is designed for the enthusiastic photographer, amateur or…
Wed, Sep 30th, 2026 - Sun, Oct 4th, 2026
Day 1: 6-9pm; Day 2-4: 6am-5pm; Day 5: 6-11am
Day 1: 6-9pm; Day 2-4: 6am-5pm; Day 5: 6-11am
Instructor:
Layne Kennedy