Instructors
Ian Andrus
Lutsen, MN
Ian wove his first basket in 2008 and immediately developed a passion for craft. From yurts to canoes, spoons to skis, he prefers to make things by hand from natural materials. Ian built his house in the maple forest, where he lives with his wife, daughter, and son. His latest and largest project is the creation of Creaking Tree Farm, his home garden in which he grows organic vegetables for market.
Current Courses Offered by Ian Andrus
Black Ash Pack Baskets
The black ash pack basket: it's beautiful, highly functional, and can be made using simple…
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Sat, Oct 10th, 2026 - Mon, Oct 12th, 20269am-5pm each day
Thu, Feb 18th, 2027 - Sat, Feb 20th, 2027
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Ian Andrus
Sun, Feb 21st, 2027 - Tue, Feb 23rd, 2027
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Ian Andrus
Build Your Own Yurt
Instructors:
Ian Andrus
Create yourself a comfortable living space: a spare bedroom, office, studio, sauna, or whatever else…
Craft of Birch Ski Making: Making Your Own Set
Instructors:
Ian Andrus
Create your own custom pair of birch skis to meet your personal needs. In this course, students will…
Thu, Jan 14th, 2027 - Sun, Jan 17th, 2027
Day 1: 4-8pm; Days 2-4: 9am-5pm
Day 1: 4-8pm; Days 2-4: 9am-5pm
Instructor:
Ian Andrus
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,…
Thu, May 27th, 2027
9am-4pm
9am-4pm
Instructor:
Ian Andrus
Tue, Jun 1st, 2027
9am-4pm
9am-4pm
Instructor:
Ian Andrus
