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Currently Scheduled Courses
Fly Fishing the North Country in Prime Time
This course is designed to provide both unique fly-fishing adventures and in-depth training sessions…
Course is full.
Thu, Jun 25th, 2026 – Tue, Jun 30th, 2026
Day 1: 9am-5pm, Days 2-5: 6:30am-9pm, Day 6: 9am-4pm
Thu, Jun 25th, 2026 – Tue, Jun 30th, 2026
Day 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
Foraging for Spring Wild Edibles
Instructors:
Ian Andrus
This class is a great first introduction to spring edibles as we focus on a few common, nutritious,…
Forging A Mjolnir: The Blacksmith's Rounding Hammer
Instructors:
Jordan Borstelmann
No power hammer? No problem! In this class we learn to forge a rounding or cross peen hammer by…
Course is full.
Wed, Apr 15th, 2026 – Sun, Apr 19th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
Wed, Apr 15th, 2026 – Sun, Apr 19th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Jordan Borstelmann
Forging the Blacksmith’s Knife
Instructors:
Cody Myers
The Blacksmith is primarily a tool maker, and every tool maker needs their own handmade knife. The…
Sat, May 16th, 2026 – Mon, May 18th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Cody Myers
Fundamentals of North Shore Pebble Jewelry
Instructors:
Meredith Middleton
In this class, students will learn how to make jewelry from the smooth, round pebbles found along…
Course is full.
Thu, Apr 30th, 2026 – Sun, May 3rd, 2026
9am-5pm each day
Thu, Apr 30th, 2026 – Sun, May 3rd, 2026
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Meredith Middleton
Gifts of the Porcupine: A Quillwork Intensive
Instructors:
Jean Marshall
This one-day intensive is designed to introduce students to the art of quilling as we honor the…
Hand Drawn Maps: Exploring Your Relationship with the Land
Instructors:
Bryan Hansel
In this hands-on class, students will learn how to create their own hand-drawn maps, focusing on…
Hand Pies
Instructors:
Kirsten Wisniewski
Hand pies, the Midwestern cousin of the British pasty, is a perfect treat for the colder months! In…
Course is full.
Sat, Jan 10th, 2026 – Sun, Jan 11th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
Sat, Jan 10th, 2026 – Sun, Jan 11th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Kirsten Wisniewski
Hand Tool Woodworking: Getting Started
This class serves as the foundation for woodworking with hand tools. Accurate sawing, surface prep,…
Fri, Feb 6th, 2026 – Sun, Feb 8th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Hand-Forged "Using" Knife
Instructors:
Robert Schulz
Make a custom knife designed for everyday use! We will begin by hand-forging a blade of high-carbon…
Hand-Sewn Leather Toolbag
Instructors:
Beth Dow
In this course, students will make a small toolbag with buckle closures and a removable…
Hand-Sewn Leather Tote Bag
Instructors:
Candace LaCosse
A beautiful and sturdy leather tote can last a lifetime. This class will introduce leatherworking…
Sat, Jan 17th, 2026 – Sun, Jan 18th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Candace LaCosse