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Ian Andrus

Lutsen, MN
North House Folk School photo of instructor, Ian Andrus

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.

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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, 2026
9am-5pm each day
Instructors: Ian Andrus, Nate Johnson

Build Your Own Yurt

Create yourself a comfortable living space: a spare bedroom, office, studio, sauna, or whatever else…

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Thu, Dec 10th, 2026  –  Sun, Dec 13th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
Instructor: Ian Andrus
Wed, Dec 16th, 2026  –  Sat, Dec 19th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
Instructor: Ian Andrus

Foraging for Spring Wild Edibles

This class is a great first introduction to spring edibles as we focus on a few common, nutritious,…

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Fri, May 22nd, 2026
9am-4pm
Instructor: Ian Andrus

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Fri, May 29th, 2026
9am-4pm
Instructor: Ian Andrus

Yurt Building: Design and Construction

Whether you’re looking for a home, spare bedroom, office, studio, summer cabin, or just…

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Thu, Mar 12th, 2026  –  Sun, Mar 15th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
Instructor: Ian Andrus

Past Courses Offered by Ian Andrus

Black Ash Pack Basket

Craft of Birch Ski Making: Making Your Own Set

Craft of Birch Ski Making: Making Your Own Set

Foraging for Spring Wild Edibles

Snowshoe Construction: Build Your Own

Traditional Finnish Ski Poles: Craft Your Own Set

Traditional Harvest of Wild Rice

Yurt Building: Design and Construction

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