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SUMMARY:PRIMITIVE & MODERN TECHNOLOGY: FIRE WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:PRIMITIVE & MODERN TECHNOLOGY: FIRE WORKSHOP \nWE’LL BE COOKING TOO! \nApril 18\, 10 a.m. \nAngelo’s favorite book on FIRE\nWe will take a walk and you will see the woods that are used to make the most basic methods of fire-production: The bow and drill\, and the hand drill.  You will also see flint and steel.  You will learn by doing.  You will work to make an ember\, and you will learn which woods are best\, and how to process your woods. A short walk included to see which plants are best for your fire-making kit.   This is a timeless bushcraft skill. \n \nWe expect that each person will be able to collect and process most of your kit during this class. You will learn this fundamental bushcraft skill by doing!  An excellent overall survival skill\, since fire is at the very heart of survival: signalling\, purifying water\, cooking\, etc. \nBONUS: Once we make a fire\, we’ll cook some wild foods at the grill for each of you to try. \nLocation 2\, Hahamongna. \nExact  location sent with registration \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/primitive-fire-workshop-25/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Foraging,plants for making fire,Survival Skills
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SUMMARY:ETHNO-BOTANICAL SERIES:  WILD FOOD WALK for  SOUP AND SALAD
DESCRIPTION:Sarah Shin collects some ripe coffeeberries\n \n  \nSaturday\, April 4\, 10 a.m.\n \nWILD SOUP AND SALAD \nETHNO-BOTANICAL introduction and  WILD FOOD WALK \n  \nWe’ll begin by covering some of the topics of ethno-botany\, that is\, how cultures have used wild plants for food\, medicine\, tools\, and all everyday needs.  You will learn about some of the references for further study\, and we will do some hands-on. \n  \nThen\, we will go on a short  walk where we explore the edible\, medicinal\, and other useful qualities of many of the plants found in the local environment.  Both natives and non-natives will be seen.  You’ll learn about the historical uses of native plants for food\, medicine\, fibre\, soap\, etc.  An eye-opening experience.   This will be leisurely and you will get a chance to taste some of the plants. \nThen\, we will prepare a SOUP and SALAD from wild foods so you can taste it for yourself. \nWear comfortable footwear and bring water.  Bring a bowl for eating. \nThis class can be credited towards the Ethnobotany certificate. \n$65 (Seniors and students $45).
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/ethno-botanical-walk/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany,medicinal plants,mulefat,plants for making fire
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260305T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260305T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T151029
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SUMMARY:LUNCHTIME FORAGING WALK - Learn Plant ID\,  Learn edible plants
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, March 5\, Noon\, LUNCHTIME PLANT ID WALK \nEver wondered what sort of useful plants  grow right in the city\, including medicinal plants?  We’ll explore a unique one-acre wildlife sanctuary in the Highland Park area where we will see native plants\, cultivated plants and many of the plants so typical of the urban areas. \nYou will be able to collect samples.  There is also a greenhouse on -site where you can purchase potted plants to take home to your garden. \nWe will learn about the food uses\, medicines\, fibres\, and more. Our discussion will revolve around ethical foraging\, and you will be able to collect greens to take home\, and cuttings in some cases.  There is also a nursery on the site where you can purchase various potted plants to take home. \nWe’ll also make a simple salad so you can taste some of the in-season foods!  An excellent opportunity to see and taste some of the plants that everyone living in this area will encounter most of the time. \n \nWe will also review the Botanical Families that are entirely safe.   A good time to review. \nBring a bowl! \nA great survival skills for the ages. \n  \nLocation is 5835 Burwood Ave.\, off Figueroa in Highland Park.  Park on the street and we’ll walk up the dirt road into the one acre sanctuary. \nBring a bowl\, and water.   Be sure to RSVP. \nLearn how to eat the older nopales\n \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/lunchtime-plant-walk-2/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany,medicinal plants,mulefat,plants for making fire,uses of willow
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260228T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T151029
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SUMMARY:OJAI "OUTDOOR SURVIVAL SKILLS" WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, FEBRUARY 28\, 10 a.m. \n  \n\n\n\n\nJoin me (Lanny Kaufer_)and renowned author/forager/survivalist Christopher Nyerges on Saturday\, February 28\, at Euterpe Farms in Ojai for an outdoor Foraging & Firemaking workshop. This workshop is based on Christopher’s many books\, including Foraging California and How to Survive Anywhere. \nParticipants will: \n\nlearn to identify edible\, medicinal\, and useful plants and mushrooms\nforage wild foods for our meal\nlearn the 4 basic principles of making fire and practice 2 or 3 ways of matchless firestarting\nlearn and practice hand drill firemaking\ntry bow drill firemaking with Christopher’s kit\nenjoy a foraged meal cooked over a campfire\nprocess acorns and/or black walnuts for eating\, time permitting\n\nThe workshop will begin with a morning herb walk among the native plants on the fringes of Euterpe Farms\, bordering the Ventura River Preserve. The afternoon workshop will take place in a grassy area. Everyone will have a chance to participate in all activities. \n\nJavier shows the three book special\n\nAfter the workshop\, Christopher and I will have our mobile bookstores on display\, including copies of my book\, Medicinal Herbs of California\, and several of Christopher’s many books\, available for sale and signing. \nChristopher Nyerges is an author\, forager\, survivalist and ethnobotanist with a lifelong interest in how native peoples lived off the land. He has been teaching classes and leading field trips since 1974 to over 40\,000 students. Nyerges has authored nearly two dozen books\, including Foraging California\, How to Survive Anywhere\, Guide to Wild Foods\,  Nuts and Berries of California\,  Extreme Simplicity\, and many others. Chicago Review Press\, the publishers of the late Larry Dean Olsen’sOutdoor Survival Skills\, asked Christopher to lightly edit the 7th edition of that classic book and add color photos and a new foreword. \nChristopher was the editor of American Survival Guide magazine and served as editor of Wilderness Way magazine for 7 years. He has written several thousand newspaper and magazine articles in such publications as the Los Angeles Times\, Pasadena Star News\, Pasadena Weekly\, Whole Life Times\, Countryside\, Mother Earth News\, Acres USA\, American Survival Guide\, and others. \nHe has appeared on the late Huell Howser’s public television series on California\, KCET’s “Life and Times\,” and National Geographic’s “Doomsday Preppers.” For two years\, he appeared on Fox TV’s “X Show\,” where he demonstrated survival skills on the streets of Los Angeles. He currently serves as a consultant to the “Naked and Afraid” show on Discovery.  Christopher Nyerges’ web site is SchoolofSelf-Reliance.com. \nREGISTRATION INFO:Registration at https://herbwalks.com/event/foraging-firemaking-workshop-with-christopher-nyerges-2/. Paid registrants will receive a confirmation email with all necessary info\, including weather forecast and parking directions\, a few days prior to the workshop.  They also will receive a follow-up email afterwards with a list of all plants identified and used\, recipes\, and more. \nThe cost for the workshop\, including all materials\, is $85 for adults and $45 for children under 18 (one per adult). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n \n  \n \n \n \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/foraging-and-fire-making-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Ethno-botany,medicinal plants,plants for making fire,Survival Skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T151029
CREATED:20200101T021654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T021010Z
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SUMMARY:MIDDAY FIRE WORKSHOP  -- hands-on
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, February 26\, Noon. \nLUNCHTIME FIRE WORKSHOP \n  \n \nSURVIVAL\, BUSHCRAFT\, SELF-RELIANCE! \nPrimitive skills are very popular\, and the ability to make fire without matches is at the top of the list. \nWe will practice a few of the primitive methods of fire-starting methods\, and you will learn some of the secrets that come from years of experience. \nYou will get to practice the bow drill\, the hand drill\, flint and steel\, and the fire piston. \n  \nWe will also go for a short walk (if time) so you can see the types of woods that are best for making fire\, and the tinders that are best for getting your fire to light. \nAnd enjoyable gathering.  Bring a bowl and water. \nAnd yes\, you will learn about a few wild plants at this class as well. \n  \nLocation sent when you register — most likely Hahamongna. \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/lunchtime-plant-id-walk-with-soup-and-fire-making/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Ethno-botany,plants for making fire,Survival Skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T151029
CREATED:20210809T193832Z
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SUMMARY:EAT TO YOUR HEALTH!  A Medicine and Food Foraging walk  -- with disaster survival commentary
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\,  February 7\, 10 a.m.  MEDICINE AND FOOD  FORAGING WALK   \n  \nEAT TO YOUR HEALTH:  Eat your Medicine.  Learn about native and non-native Edible and Medicinal\, and Utilitarian plants. \n\n \nWITH DISCUSSION OF PLANT FAMILIES. \nWe’ll do a short walk along a trail in the Arroyo Seco to see and study the native\, and introduced plants.  We’ll be seeing chaparral plants\, riparian plants\, and exotics.  We’ll see a good selection of plants\, and you’ll get an understanding of what plants are found in the fall.  You will also learn a bit about Plant Families\, and families that are entirely safe. \nWe’ll explore and learn about the medicinal properties of many plants\, and we’ll collect some of the wild edibles.  Our goal will be to sample at least a wild soup\, so be sure to bring your bowl. \nBesides learning about the food and medicinal uses of the plants\, you’ll learn a little about which plants are good for fire-making\, and which are good for cordage/basketry. \nLeisurely walk. Bring a canteen of water\, a bowl\, and a camera. \nWe’ll cook a few wild food dishes too\, so bring your bowl. \n$65 ($45 seniors/ students). \nLocation sent with registration. \n  \n  \n \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/morning-plant-walk/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany,Foraging,medicinal plants,mulefat,plants for making fire
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T203000
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SUMMARY:TOM BROWN III: Learn survival skills and outdoor awareness with the son of the famous Tracker...
DESCRIPTION:MEET TOM BROWN III AT THIS ON-LINE FREE CLASS. \nFREE SESSION TO MEET TOM BROWN III.   7 P.M. pacific time. \nThis is a free introductory class. Additional classes are $100. each\, or $300. for all 4 future Tom Brown III Classes (live or video replay). \n  \nLink for the free class: https://trackolytes.as.me/meet-T3 \n  \nLink for the group of 4 classes for $300.00 (A $100.00 savings): https://trackolytes.as.me/Wisdom-of-Wilderness \n  \nLinks for each separate class at $100.00 each \n•Wilderness safety https://trackolytes.as.me/Wilderness-1 \n•Awareness: the most important skill in life https://trackolytes.as.me/Awareness1 \n•Edible plans and ethical foraging: https://trackolytes.as.me/edible-ethical \n•Animal tracks and sign: https://trackolytes.as.me/Tracks-sign \n \nINTRODUCING A SERIES OF 4 CLASSES \n \nTom Brown III\, often known as T3\, is a lifelong wilderness educator\, nature photographer\, and storyteller dedicated to carrying forward the ancestral skills and philosophies taught to him by his father\, Tom Brown Jr. Tom or “T3” has been teaching for 26 years\, And has a lifetime of practical experience in wilderness living\, tracking\, survival\, and nature connection\, And stewardship.  Tom’s work focuses on helping people rediscover confidence\, awareness\, and a meaningful relationship with the natural world. His teaching blends practical skills\, deep observation\, and personal insight\, making complex knowledge approachable and relevant for modern life. \nDuring this collaboration with the School of Self-Reliance\, Tom will be offering four foundational classes designed to build confidence\, awareness\, and self sufficiency in natural settings. \nWilderness Safety\, Taking the Fear Out of Wild Places   [on-line class on February 12] \nThis class focuses on mindset\, preparation\, and core survival priorities. Students will learn how to stay calm\, make good decisions\, and use a small set of essential items to dramatically increase their chances of success in emergency situations. \nAwareness: The most important life skill.  [on-line class on February 19] \nFocused on moving quietly and efficiently through the landscape\, this class explores posture\, balance\, awareness\, and energy use. These skills improve tracking ability\, personal safety\, and overall connection to the environment. \nWild Edible Plants and Ethical Foraging  [on-line class February 26] \nThis class teaches how to identify common wild edible plants while emphasizing safety\, sustainability\, and respect for the land. Students will learn how to forage responsibly and deepen their awareness of seasonal abundance. \nAnimal Tracks and Sign  [on-line class March 5] \nAn introduction to reading the stories animals leave behind. Students will learn how to identify common tracks and signs\, understand animal behavior\, and sharpen observation skills that translate far beyond the trail. \n  \n  \nTogether\, these classes offer a well rounded introduction to ancestral skills that foster self-reliance\, awareness\, and a deeper sense of belonging in the natural world. \nWe hope to see you at this FREE EVENT where T3 will delve a little bit deeper into the philosophy that drives him in his omnipresent quest to lead just one more person back to the Earth\, so they can learn how to become human again.  \nWhether you are an absolute novice or seasoned outdoors person\, I can guarantee you will learn many valuable techniques to apply every time we enter the wilderness! \n  \nhttps://trackolytes.as.me/meet-T3 \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/tom-brown-iii-learn-survival-skills-and-outdoor-awareness-with-the-son-of-the-famous-tracker/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,plants for making fire,Survival Skills,Tracking
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260131T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260131T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T151029
CREATED:20190703T143314Z
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SUMMARY:PRIMITIVE to MODERN FIRE WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:HANDS-ON FIRE-MAKING WORKSHOP   —  January 31\, 10 a.m. \n  \n \nLearn how to make fire by several primitive methods.  You will learn the 4 Principles by which fire is generated: friction\, the sun\, chemicals\, and electricity.  You will practice several of these\, and learn the best techniques for mastery. \n \nYou will use reflectors and magnifying glasses\, batteries\, flint and steel\, the bow\, the hand drill\, the piston\, magnesium and others. \nYou will learn by doing. You goal will be to create an ember\, and “mother” it to a flame.  You will learn which woods are best\, and how to process your woods. \nA short walk will be included to see which plants are best for your fire-making kit. \n \nThis class applies to our Bushcraft Certificate. \nLocation 2. Details sent with registration. \nCopies of our books are available at all classes.  \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/noon-primitive-fire-workshop-25/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Ethno-botany,mulefat,plants for making fire,Survival Skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251230T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251230T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T151029
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SUMMARY:WATERSHED EXPLORATION
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, December 30\, at 11 a.m. \nIn this approx. 3 hour class\, we’ll explore along the watershed of  the Upper Arroyo in the Angeles National Forest. We’ll learn about food and medicine from plants\,   make soap from plants\, and weave rope and baskets from natural materials.  We will walk along the stream\, and see a lot of plants.   Be sure to bring your canteen\, bowl for eating\, and snacks you might want. \nThere are some unique features at this location that makes it quite memorable.  Plus\, it might be very quiet at this time of the year. \nNOTE:  We had planned to do this walk at Switzers Camp but we cannot do so because of road closures as a result of the rain.  We will do the class at a lower elevation.  Be sure to RSVP.
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/switzers-exploration/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Foraging,medicinal plants,mulefat,mycology,plants for making fire
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251211T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251211T133000
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SUMMARY:LUNCHTIME NATURALIST WALK
DESCRIPTION:LUNCHTIME  RIPARIAN PLANT WALK\, Thursday\,  December 11 at noon \n \nWe’ll walk into the Upper Arroyo\, north of JPL\, and explore the chaparral and riparian plants\, and you will see the highly versatile yucca plant. \nFrom the Windsor exit of the 210 freeway\, drive north on Windsor until Ventura\, where you will veer to the left\, but continue driving north. The hill descends slightly\, and then it opens to the large  parking area east of Jet Propulsion Laboratory.  Drive as far north into the JPL East Lot\, where we will meet. \nWe will explore the watershed and see native and non native plants\, and learn about the edible\, medicinal\, and other useful qualities of the plants. \nWe will walk along water\, and you will see mostly the native plants.  A great opportunity to see this unique environment. \nCarry your Water\, and bring a camera. \nCatalina Island cherry fruits\nRuther examines the yucca flower
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/lunchtime-naturalist-walk-25/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Ethno-botany,Foraging,medicinal plants,mulefat,plants for making fire
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250712T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250712T140000
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CREATED:20200113T185530Z
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SUMMARY:ETHNOBOTANY SERIES:  WILD and USEFUL PLANTS\, Session One
DESCRIPTION:Ethno-botany 101.  Learn about how to study wild plants\, how to identify families\, how to keep records.  This is your introduction to the art of Foraging\, and Medicinal Plants. \nSaturday\, July 12\,  10 a.m. \n  \nSaturday\, October 12\, 10 a.m. ETHNO-BOTANY \nWILD FOOD & USEFUL PLANTS  ( part of our certificate and certification program.) \nThis Session  begins with a plant walkabout\, getting to know some of the common local plants. \nWe’ll then cover some basic botany\, so you have a sense of context of the types of plant groups\, as well as their relationships in Families. \nYou will be instructed in the use of the plant press for your record-keeping\, and how to make field records for your own use. \nYou can take just this session by itself\, or sign up for all four.  [IF you pay in advance for Four of the Ethno-botany classes\, you can pay for 3 and attend 4!] \n  \nWe will also try a wild food salad as part of this class. \n  \nBring notebook. Pricing: $65 per class.  ($45 senior/student) \nLocation sent upon registration. Books and products will be available for sale.
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/ethnobotany-series-wild-and-useful-plants-session-one/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany,medicinal plants,plants for making fire
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250703T140000
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SUMMARY:LUNCHTIME PLANT WALK IN THE ARROYO
DESCRIPTION:LUNCHTIME BOTANICAL WALK \nThursday\, July 3\, Noon \n  \nNOTE: BE SURE TO RSVP TO GET THE LOCATION.\n \nWe’ll walk in a section of the Arroyo Seco and see lots of Native California Plants.  You’ll learn about their history and unique traditional uses from the Old Days. \n \nWe’ll see edible and medicinal plants. We’ll do some foraging\, and depending on what is available\, we might make a salad\, so bring your bowl\, and bring your canteen. \n \nDirections sent upon registration.
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/noon-lunchtime-plant-walk-in-the-arroyo-20/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Ethno-botany,Foraging,medicinal plants,mulefat,plants for making fire
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250412T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T151029
CREATED:20200113T193614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T224244Z
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SUMMARY:SURVIVAL SKILLS INTENSIVE
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 12\, 10 a.m. SURVIVAL SKILLS INTENSIVE\nIn this program\, we will cover how to make fire with primitive methods without matches\, as well as some modern methods. \nWe’ll learn  how to build an emergency shelter\, how to create soap from plants\, and how to make cordage.   All hands-on! \nWe will learn  to find water and ways to purify water\, identifying and using wild foods\, and more. \nTotal walking about 1  and  a half mile. \n  \nDress comfortably and bring a notebook. \nPricing: $65.  (Seniors/students $45) \n  \nA great day to get into the mountains with like-minded people. \nThis can be used as part of our “Weekend Warrior” Certification series. \nBring a bowl\, knife\, and water. Dress comfortably.  Bring snacks if you need some.  Bring your special tools if you want to share as part of a show and tell. \n \nBooks and products are available at all classes. \n \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/survival-skills-intensive/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany,medicinal plants,plants for making fire,shelter building,Survival Skills
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DTSTAMP:20260423T151029
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SUMMARY:SURVIVAL SKILLS Class\, ON-LINE
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, March 7\,    7 p.m. to 9 p.m.\,  SURVIVAL SKILLS Class\, Five Weeks\, $75 \nOne of the best deals in town! \non-line class \nFIVE CONSECUTIVE FRIDAYS \n  \nSponsored by Pasadena City College.  Call (626) 585-7608 for information and registration. Cost to college is $75. \nThis course consists of five two-hour classes\, on five consecutive Friday nights. \nThe Class topics include the following: \nWild Plants for food\, medicine\, and other uses\, focusing on plants that are currently in season. \nEverything we need to know about Water: How to find it\, how to purify it\,  how to store water — and more. \nHow to make fire with both primitive and modern methods. You’ll learn the 4 Principles by which fire is made. \nHow to make and use a shelter when you get stuck in the outdoors.  Simple lean-tos to more complicated shelters will be shown. \nTools and supplies will be discussed — you know\, all the stuff you buy for your pack. \nOther topics include natural navigation\,  finding fibre from natural sources and making cordage\, dealing with no electricity or no toilet\,  and more. \nThe conversation and questions from students makes this lively and engaging.  Taught by Christopher Nyerges.   \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/wilderness-survival-skills-class-5-weeks/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Foraging,medicinal plants,plants for making fire,shelter building,Survival Skills,Urban skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240215T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240215T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T151029
CREATED:20210519T193024Z
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SUMMARY:WILD PLANTS & MUSHROOMS:  Ethno-botanical Walk
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, February 15\, Noon. \nETHNO-BOTANICAL WALK  focusing on Identifying wild EDIBLE and medicinal plants\, and mushrooms \nwe may find. \n  \n  \nWe will do a short walkabout. We will also make a salad\, so bring your bowl. \nWe’ll see edible\, medicinal\, and other useful plants found in the chaparral and riparian environment.  Both natives and non-natives will be seen.  This will be leisurely and you will hopefully get a chance to see and identify various mushrooms as well.  The weather has been conducive to mycology! \n  \n \nWear comfortable footwear. \nThis class can be credited towards the Ethno-botany certificate. \n$45 (Seniors and students $30).   Hahamongna area.  Location given upon registration. \n  \nWe’ll meet in the parking lot of the Casting Pools/ Archery Range in the Arroyo Seco\, just north of California…
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/fire-and-medicinal-plants/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany,medicinal plants,mulefat,mycology,plants for making fire,uses of willow
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221111T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T151029
CREATED:20200113T193058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221219T060722Z
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SUMMARY:URBAN SURVIVAL SERIES -- ALTERNATIVES TO ELECTRICITY\, and FIRE discussion -- ON-LINE
DESCRIPTION:  \nALTERNATIVES TO ELECTRICITY\, with a discussion of FIRE-STARTING METHODS — ON-LINE \nFRIDAY\,  November 11\, 7 p.m. \n  \n  \n \n  \nElectricity is today a staple of modern life — and yet!! — most of us would be unable to function without it! \nLet’s take a look at some of the simple alternatives to electricity\, either because you want to live simply\, or due to a blackout. \nWe’ll show the many refrigerator alternatives where food can be stored without electricity. \nWe’ll address the many manual tools that you can and should have. \nWe cover the many lighting alternatives\, from past to present. \nOf course\, we know that solar power is a viable alternative too\, and you’ll learn how to find out more if you want to get solar devices for your home’s lighting\, or other electrical uses. \n \n \nIn addition\, we’re going to talk about making fire\, both in the wilderness and in the urban setting. Fire provides warmth\, dries your clothes\, cooks your food\, purifies your water\, etc. It is at the very foundation of human civilization. \nLearn about the 4 Principles by which fire is made. We’ll cover all these methods\, with many hints for your personal success. \nON-LINE \nLINK IS SENT UPON REGISTRATION \n$20   ($15 seniors and students). \n \n  \n  \n \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/lunchtime-fire-workshop/
CATEGORIES:plants for making fire,Survival Skills,Urban skills
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