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SUMMARY:WATER SURVIVAL: Learn the Essential Water Skills for wilderness or city
DESCRIPTION:LUNCHTIME WATER SKILLS \nApril 2\, Noon\n \nThis will be an overview of WATER in the City and Wilderness.  HOW to find water\, how to purify it\, how to store it. \nLet’s learn and apply the skills that allow you to survive in the desert (and other) environments.  Water\, of course\, is paramount. You’ll learn how to obtain water when none seems present\, methods such as the well\, solar still\, transpiration bag\, plants\, etc. \n \n  \n \n  \nWater is the most critical element of survival\, and so you will learn the necessity of storing water\, and how to store water. \nHow much water should you store?  What sort of containers should you use? \nHow about rain water?  Are any special precautions needed? \nHow about water purification?  Learn different ways to purify water\, under different circumstances.  Learn how to make a make-shift water filter in an emergency. \nAn essential survival skill\, in the wilderness or the city. \nDepending on our time\, we might learn to identify a few wild plants too. \nYou can apply this class towards our Certification program. \nLocation given after registration.   Class fee $45.  (Seniors/students $30) \n  \nBooks and tools available for purchase at all classes…
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/survival-skills-learn-the-skills-of-desert-survival/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Ethno-botany,medicinal plants,mulefat,shelter building,Survival Skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260328T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260328T140000
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SUMMARY:FIBRE-CRAFT 101 (including introduction to basketry)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 28\, 10 a.m.  FIBRE-CRAFT 101: \nThe Art of Turning Plant Fibres into Bags\, Baskets\, Nets\, String\, Sandals. \nWe’ve had some requests for a BASKETRY Workshop. This class will include Basketry basics\, though this class will not be only basketry. \nThe art of working fibre is nearly a lost art. You’ll learn to recognize some of the common plants which yield a useful fibre\, and learn how to work them into strings\, and baskets\, and nets\, and sandals\, and more. In the old days of the Southwest\, the lives of the people were literally tied together with fibre: for shelter\, for clothing (hats\, belts\, shoes)\, fishing nets\, bags\, weaponry\, fire-making\, brushes\, looms for fabric. \nIn the past\, most people had a more intimate connection to plant fibres.  There are so many practical applications\, though today someone makes everything we use.  So it’s become a lost art. \nYou will learn how to process a few plant fibres and how to make them into a usable product! \n \nActual networking!\n \n  \nWe will do a short walk (if time) and learn about some of the plants that are useful for weaving\,  and making cordage. \nYou will then learn by making some of the useful products. \nAlong the way\, you’ll also see many of the other useful and edible plants of the area. \nNOTE: PLEASE RSVP SINCE WE NEED TO PLAN TO BRING SUFFICIENT SUPPLIES! \n$65   (Seniors and students $45) \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/lunchtime-fibre-craft/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Ethno-botany,Survival Skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260228T100000
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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:20260423T164604
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:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164604
CREATED:20210810T180802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T071117Z
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SUMMARY:WILDERNESS SURVIVAL FOUNDATION COURSE
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, February 21\, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. \nWilderness survival: “Foundation Course”  — Led by Keith Farrar\, James Ruther\, and assorted ad hoc\, adjunct assistants. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWilderness Survival Foundation Course:\n\nNot all who wander are lost\, however\, some are\, which is why learning Wilderness Survival is critical.\n\nIn this  Wilderness Survival Foundation Course\, we address the priorities in a wilderness survival situation.\nLearning what priority to address first and how to address each priority is the best way to understand what to do if you have to spend an unplanned night or two in the wilderness.\n\nEach topic is addressed in such a way that you will have a thorough understanding along with hands-on experience with that skill. While each topic\, on its own\, can be a full multi-day class\, you will be comfortable enough with what you learn at this foundation class –or curious enough — to go further in your learning experience.\n\n\nJames Ruther demonstrating how to make a survival net\n\nDue to personalized instruction\, class size is limited.\n\nWhat to bring:\nPlease bring a camp chair\, lunch (there is no time to leave for lunch)\, water\, appropriate clothing for the weather a compass (if you have one) and any personal wilderness survival items you might like to discuss.\n\nWe start the class at 10:00 (please arrive a bit early) and we finish around 3:00. There will be a very short lunch break somewhere along the program.\n\nThere are several hands-on portions\, including but not limited to:\n\nEmergency Shelter Set-Up’s\nCritical outdoor knots to facilitate emergency shelters\nFire making (modern & primitive)\nBasic Compass use\nEmergency Navigation\nSignaling for rescue\nWater Purification\nDeadfall Traps\n\nWhat is different about this class? So may survival instructors give a list of gear to carry….we teach what needs to be done\, and from that information\, you decide what gear to carry based on what you are comfortable using to facilitate each priority in a survival situation.\n\nKeith has taught this program for over 15 years and feels your confidence in what to do in a wilderness survival situation will significantly increase with the knowledge gained in this class.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning about emergency shelters\n$75.  [$55 for seniors/ students] \nLocation sent out upon registration.  \nKeith Farrar demonstrates how to turn a tarp into an emergency shelter
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/wilderness-survival-foundation-course/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Ethno-botany,Survival Skills,Urban skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164604
CREATED:20260119T181106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T001709Z
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SUMMARY:TOM BROWN III -- CLASS ONE: WILDERNESS SAFETY
DESCRIPTION:  \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• Feb. 12\, Wilderness safety https://trackolytes.as.me/Wilderness-1 \n•Feb. 19\, Awareness: the most important skill in life https://trackolytes.as.me/Awareness1 \n•Feb. 26\, Edible plans and ethical foraging: https://trackolytes.as.me/edible-ethical \n•March 5\, Animal tracks and sign: https://trackolytes.as.me/Tracks-sign \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. \n  \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! \nSIGN UP HERE: \nhttps://trackolytes.as.me/meet-T3 \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/tom-brown-iii-class-one-wilderness-safety/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Survival Skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164604
CREATED:20260108T025815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T173501Z
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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:20260423T164604
CREATED:20190703T143314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T055058Z
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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:20251120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251120T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164604
CREATED:20211221T061521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T182022Z
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SUMMARY:MIDDAY GOURD WORKSHOP -- a Bushcraft skill!
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, November 20\, Noon to 2P \nLEARN THE ART OF CREATING A CUP\, BOWL\, PLATE\, OR SCOOP FROM THE HARD-SHELLED ORNAMENTAL GOURD \n \nIn this mid-day class\, you will take a dried gourd and learn all the steps to turning it into a beautiful and functional plate\, or bowl\, or canteen\, or even a scoop. \nWe’ll bring the tools you need\, but if you have saws\, files or rasps\, bring them. \n \nIt’s not that hard to make a good functional gourd.  We used to each make one before a week at Dirttime\, and then if we cut it just right\, we’d have a dish\, and a bowl.  Bushcraft skills?  Survival Skill?  Whatever you call it\, it’s a great skill\, and a great opportunity to meet with like-minded people. \n$45 ($30 students/seniors) \nlocation:  5835 Burwood Ave.\, Highland Park\, cA 90042 — we will meet at the top of the hill… \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/midday-gourd-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Survival Skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251023T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251023T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164604
CREATED:20191010T103805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T205502Z
UID:10696-1761220800-1761228000@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:MID-DAY NATURAL NAVIGATION CLASS
DESCRIPTION:October 23\, noon \nGetting around accurately is a valuable survival skill!  Sometimes you have a compass and map\, and sometimes you don’t. \nIn this two-hour class\, you’ll learn how to construct a sun compass\, and how you can use that to tell direction and time.  This sun compass is nearly as accurate as your magnetized compass\, and the “clock” is more accurately telling you local solar time — good enough for general purposes. \n \nYou’ll also learn some natural methods of telling direction\, which are ages-old observations.  You’ll learn which are worth remembering\, and which are “old husband’s tales.” \n \nWe’ll also address how to identify constellations for telling directions\, and how to navigate with only a compass.  So bring your compass. \n \n \nWhat we cover in our short time will depend upon how much time everyone needs to grasp the concepts.  Location 2\, Hahamongna Watershed Park.
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/lunchtime-natural-navigation-25-2/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Survival Skills,Urban skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251003T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251003T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164604
CREATED:20250922T211928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T211928Z
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SUMMARY:FREE SURVIVAL SKILLS LECTURE - BURBANK CENTRAL LIBRARY
DESCRIPTION:Christopher Nyerges will speak about outdoor survival skills at the Burbank Central Library\, Friday\, October 3\, beginning at 6:30 p.m.   The Library is located at 110 N. Glenoaks in Burbank. \nYou will learn about plants\, water\, fire\, tools\, all with an application to urban survival scenario and the need to possibly evacuate. \nA short video will be shared. \nBooks by Nyerges will be available for purchase. \nSurvival School! – Burbank Public Library \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/free-survival-skills-lecture-burbank-central-library/
CATEGORIES:Survival Skills,Urban skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164604
CREATED:20211004T002429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T050615Z
UID:42481-1758967200-1758981600@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:SEASONAL FORAGING: Autumn session.  Wild Food and Useful Plants by the Season
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 27\, 10 a.m.    WILD FOOD AND USEFUL PLANTS BY THE SEASON\n \nThis series of workshops\, one per season\, will show you nature through the seasons\, from a forager’s perspective.  The essence of this class is to develop seasonal knowledge and observational skills: How to look\, where to look\, what to look for.  Plus\, we will also focus on responsible and sustainable gathering methods\, including collection of seeds and cuttings so you can grow plants in your own backyard. \n \npalo verde seeds\nLearn how to eat the older nopales\n  \nYou’ll learn how to identify and collect foods\, medicines\, soaps\, fire-materials\, and other useful parts of plants.  You’ll learn to think like foragers of the past\, who had to have an intimate knowledge of the seasons\, and foresight for the future.  (For example\, sometimes you do NO foraging in an area if the plant or seed is not abundant.) \n  \nJoin us each quarter for an insightful walk into a wild area\, with a focus on interpreting what’s available that season.  Each session will include demonstrations\, hands-on practice\, and sampling of the seasonal foods.  Each session includes a list of what is normally available in that season. \n  \nAUTUMN \nIn early autumn\, it is usually dry\, and plants are in a dormant phase.  It’s typically hot\, and dry. Streams will be dry\, or running low.  You’ll only find the hardiest of plants for eating\, such as mustards.  There still might be some manzanitas left to collect\, and the acorns will just be starting to mature and to fall. Though it’s still early for toyon berries\, you’ll be able to observe what sort of crop will be coming. You’ll be able to take note of what to look for in the next few months. \nYou never know what to expect\, but  you might find some greens as well\, usually the hardiest greens\, and the late-blooming greens.  This is a good way to look at the environment at a lean time\, with an eye to the future. \nWe’ll also share a few bushcrafting skills. \n  \nLocation: San Gabriel Mountains.  Meeting location to be sent upon registration. \nClass fee:$65.  (student/senior $45) \nwww.SchoolofSelf-Reliance.com \n  \n  \nNOTE:  We offer a program where you can work at our non-profit in Highland Park doing various tasks\, and earn your way to classes. Contact us at christopher_nyerges@yahoo.com
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/autumn-foraging-wild-food-and-useful-plants-by-the-season/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany,medicinal plants,Survival Skills
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250920T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164604
CREATED:20190703T143627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T155850Z
UID:9972-1758362400-1758376800@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:HEALING with NATIVE PLANTS with ENRIQUE VILLASENOR
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 20\,  10 a.m. \nHEALING WITH NATIVE PLANTS WITH ENRIQUE VILLASENOR \nETHNO-BOTANY SERIES: – part of our certification program. \n  \nThis is a rare opportunity to learn in the field with Enrique Villaseñor\, associate of Dr. James Adams\, and co-author of  “Healing with Medicinal Plants of the West.” \nIn this Session\, we focus upon MEDICINAL PLANTS. \nEnrique Villaseñor\, a co-author of the book “Healing with Medicinal Plants of the West”\, will conduct today’s class on traditional medicinal plants.  This class\, as part of our Ethno-botanical series\, will include a walk\, and a workshop where students will learn how to make the healing medicines.   Villaseñor will discuss the appropriate medicinal uses of elder\, white sage\, black sage\, California sagebrush\, mugwort\, prickly pear cactus\, and other plants that may be present on the trail.  Students will learn specific recipes for making foot soaks\, liniment\, and other herbal  medicines. \n \nEnrique Villaseñor  is a multi-ethnic Healer\, naturalist\, cyclist and  author with indigenous ancestry. Enrique learned traditional healing from his mother and Dr. James Adams\, Professor Emeritus from USC.   As part of this process\, Enrique has researched and taught traditional healing\, participated in field studies\, has co-authored several papers with Dr. James Adams\, and is a co-author of the fourth edition of Healing with Medicinal Plants of the West. \nIn his 35 years as a teacher\, he taught elementary\, middle\, and adult school\, he was was an Instructional Advisor\, where he focused on training teachers.  Among his many other achievements\,  working with several agencies\, he designed\, built\, and maintained the award-winning El Oro Way Habitat\, a two-acre\, outdoor classroom with primarily California  native plants and trees. \nNOTE:  It is suggested that you bring  a folding chair. \nWe’ll discuss some of the ideal literature about healing with herbs\, and some of the herbs you can grow in your own yard. \nBooks will be available\, as well as pre-made herbal linaments. \nIf you have special requests\, let us know ahead of time. \n  \nTHIS IS A FIELD TRIP.  Location given after registration. \nClass fee $65.  (Seniors/students $45) \nCover of the latest edition\nNote: Private field trips are available on arrangement.
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/weekend-ethno-botany-series-3/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany,medicinal plants,Survival Skills
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250710T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250710T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164604
CREATED:20190703T143041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T005805Z
UID:9961-1752148800-1752154200@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:GOURD WORKSHOP\, mid-day
DESCRIPTION:mid-day   GOURD WORKSHOP \nThursday\, July 10\, noon. \n \n \nHere’s another ancient skill that you’ll enjoy learning.  Each person will work on turning an ornamental gourd into a bowl for eating\, or perhaps a canteen\, ladle\, or plate. \nThere are several skill sets involved\, and we’ll talk you through them so you’ll understand the mechanics of making a gourd that you’ll be happy to use. \n  \n  \n  \n \nWe’ll bring tools\, but if you have a good knife\, hacksaw\, fine files\, bring them!  Not a highly-complicated craft\, but requires patience.  You will select a gourd that we bring\, and clean it\, decide where to cut it — no two gourds are alike  — and then clean the inside and smooth the sharp edges. You’ll end up with a new skill and a bowl or dish that you can use right away. \nYou’ll also get to take seeds home so you can grow your own if you have the space. \n \n$45.   [$30 for seniors/students]    RSVP for this one so we bring enough gourds!   Location given after you register. \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/noon-gourd-workshop-30/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Survival Skills,Urban skills
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250628T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164604
CREATED:20230803T035956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T191821Z
UID:58591-1751104800-1751119200@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:MAKE A GOURD\, MAKE A SPOON!
DESCRIPTION:MAKE A GOURD!  MAKE A SPOON! \nSaturday\, June 28\, 10 am. \nWe’re going to practice  traditional bushcraft skills.  You will learn to clean and carve a gourd. We’ll wash and clean it\, and cut it to create a bowl.  You’ll learn by doing all the steps to have a functional bowl. \n \n  \nThen under the guidance of Spooncarver James Ruther\, you will learn the details of making a useful spoon.  You will cut the wood and learn the steps that it takes to reduce the wood to a functional and beautiful spoon. \n \nGreat skill for children and adults.  Bring your knives if you have any. If not\, we will have extras for you to use. \n  \n$65 ($45 for students and seniors) \nThis class qualifies if you’re working for the Bushcraft certificate \nBooks and knives will be available for sale. \n \n \n  \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/make-a-gourd-have-some-soup/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Foraging,Survival Skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250614T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164604
CREATED:20210223T040602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T042316Z
UID:31904-1749895200-1749911400@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:ANIMAL TRACKING with Rob Remedi
DESCRIPTION:  \nLearn How to BE A TRACKER! \nANIMAL TRACKING with Rob Remedi \nSaturday\, June 14\, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.  \n\n\n\nRob Remedi\n\n\nLET’S GO ANIMAL TRACKING\n\nANIMAL TRACKING\n\n\nWhether you’re new to animal tracking or already have some experience\, this class will provide you with ample knowledge and a solid foundational skillset on the art and science of tracking.  The outing covers actual field observation and practice in Clear Print Identification\, Wildlife Sign and Interpretation (including track aging)\, Gaits and Patterns\, and concepts in Behavior and Sign on the Landscape.\n\nThe outing location offers great possibility especially of finding track and sign of a wide scope of animals such as mountain lion\, coyote\, fox\, deer\, raccoon\, skunk\, rabbit\, squirrel\, turtle\, frog\, owl\, hawk\, and many others!   The experience is guaranteed to have you looking at the ground and landscape in a completely different way.\n\n\n\nRob is one of the best trackers we’ve ever met — and time spent with Rob is time well spent on your tracker education.\n\n\n\nNote:  We’ll take an easy-rated slow-going walk\, 1.0 mile\, mostly on-trail yet a bit off trail exploration in a dry streambed.\n\n\nRSVP\nArroyo Seco (exact directions sent with registration)\n\n\n$65 ($45 senior/student)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us to learn to read the ground for an accurate account of the animals who call home in our local mountains and parks.\n\n\nThis class is led by instructor Robert Remedi\, a locally certified tracker with over 30 years’ experience\, one of the most knowledgeable trackers and wilderness teachers in the U.S. today.\n\nBring:  Proper clothing for weather\,  water\, snacks\, lunch\, notebook/pen\, hat\, sunscreen\, bandana\, bowl\, utensils.\n\n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/tracking-wildlife-with-rob-remedi/
CATEGORIES:Survival Skills,Tracking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250529T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250529T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164604
CREATED:20200504T223400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T231722Z
UID:18044-1748520000-1748527200@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:URBAN SURVIVAL SERIES -- FOOD and WATER STORAGE  -- IN THE CITY
DESCRIPTION:FOOD IN THE CITY.  FOOD AND WATER STORAGE \nThursday\, May 29\, Noon \n  \nWe will start with basic home food storage. What should YOU store?  How long do these foods last?  Can you dry some of your own foods? \n  \nWe will also talk about the abundant food in the cities\, if you know where to look:  We will  explore the trees on city streets\, weeds\, neighborhood gardens\, and trading. \n \nWhat grows good in your yard?  Are there food items from your trees and bushes?  Do you have edible weeds?  Do you grow prickly pear cactus? \nLearn how to eat the older nopales\n \n \nWe will cover the basics of securing a water supply\, including local streams\, and even rain and solar stills\, as above.  We will address various methods of water purification\, such as SODIS.  And we will share the many ways you can store water in your own home. \nTraditional food storage involves drying\, canning\, picking\, and freeze-dried.  We’ll discuss each of these.   In an emergency\, you’ll want food not dependent on electricity for storage. \n  \nLearn some of the basics of food storage\, and how to create your own food storage system.  Don’t put all your eggs in one basket! \n \n \n  \n$45  ($30 student/senior). \n  \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/urban-preparedness-skills/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany,Survival Skills,Urban skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250412T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164604
CREATED:20200113T193614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T224244Z
UID:13105-1744452000-1744470000@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250410T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250410T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164604
CREATED:20250406T024148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T024148Z
UID:60424-1744286400-1744293600@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:INTRODUCTION TO BIRD-WATCHING AND BIRD LANGUAGE
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this special birding walk where you are introduced to the art of bird identification\, and bird language. \nOur teacher is Kayla Michael\, from Wyoming\, who is only here for a short while.  Besides being a bird expert\, Kayla bicycles wherever she can — she’s bicycled thousands of miles\, and often spends time in remote wilderness areas.  You’ll get to talk to  her about her unique history as well \n \n \n \n \nBring binoculars if you have them! \nThursday\, April 10\, from Noon to 2. \n  \n$30.
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/introduction-to-bird-watching-and-bird-language/
CATEGORIES:Survival Skills,Tracking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250307T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250307T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164604
CREATED:20200101T002630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T070813Z
UID:12536-1741374000-1741381200@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
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:20250301T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250301T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164604
CREATED:20231002T233115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T005605Z
UID:58772-1740823200-1740837600@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:Bushcraft Skills:  Fishing-related:   Make a Fish Spear\, net\, etc.  -- plus discussions of knives and tools -a Hands-on Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 1\, 10 a.m. \nBUSHCRAFT SKILLS:  Making a simple  FISH SPEAR\,  NET\, and other Traps.  PLUS discussion of survival knives and assorted tools. \n.  And a few other skills if time. \nThese are very basic bushcraft skills for taking fish to survive.   \nBring your knife\, since we’ll make a simple spear and learn its many variations.   Also\, how to make line and fish hooks. \n \n \n \nAlso we’ll make a basic net\, and you’ll learn all aspects of this style of net-making\, with its many applications. \nEven if you never go fishing\, these skills have multiple applications. \n \nHahamongna Watershed Park\, Location 2 But please RSVP for exact location…
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/lunchtime-workshop-make-a-fish-spear-and-net-a-hands-on-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Ethno-botany,mulefat,Survival Skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241025T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241025T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164604
CREATED:20200129T192652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T224913Z
UID:13801-1729882800-1729890000@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:SURVIVAL SKILLS\, URBAN FOCUS\, 5 weeks\, on-line.
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, October 25\, 7 to 9 p.m.\, SURVIVAL SKILLS class\, URBAN Focus\, five weeks. On-line \nPasadena City College Extension. Call (626) 585-7608 for information and registration. Cost to college is $75. \nClass topics include uses of wild plants for food and medicine\, storing food and water\, sources of water you hadn’t thought about\, finding and purifying water\, what to do when the power goes out\, alternatives to the flush toilet\, emergency shelters\, tools\, first aid\, contents of a “survival pack\,” and more.  THE BEST BARGAIN IN TOWN! \n  \nWe cover all the basics\, and answer the many questions you may have. \n  \nTaught by Christopher Nyerges. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/survival-skills-urban-focus-5-weeks/
CATEGORIES:Survival Skills
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240928T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240928T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164604
CREATED:20210626T045031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T215547Z
UID:37686-1727517600-1727530200@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:BUSHCRAFT: MAKING A PACK WITH JAMES RUTHER
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 28\, 10 a.m. \nBUSHCRAFT with James Ruther\, Master Carver of Spoons and other mundane artifacts\n \n \nTHE BAG OF HOLDING\n\nMan has been trying to figure out how to carry more stuff around since the dawn of time. In this class\, we’ll go back to the roots of the most basic types of packs and we will emphasize the do-it-yourself pack.\n\nWe’ll begin with the trousers pack (from Ruther’s favorite book “How to Survive Anywhere “)\, and then the hobo bag\, and the basic Indian net pack.  You’ll see how each of these is made.\n\nThen\, you will have a look at the Otzi pack.  Otzi\, or Iceman\, was the man who had been buried for 5000 years in the Austrian Alps\, and his bronze age gear has been studied extensively.  You’ll see what Otzi carried\, and how he made it.  And today\, in addition to teacher James Ruther\, there will be a guest joining — the famous wilderness expert Nathan Machain who will also be showing his Otzi pack.\n\nYou will also learn about the Roycraft pack\, and get a history of backpacks.\n\nEach participant will be guided to make an historical bag to  take one home — either the Roycroft pack or the net bag.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA true Bushcraft class\, with skills that have stood the test of time. \nClass will be approximately 3 hours\, led by School of Self- Reliance  staff member James Ruther\, L.M. \n \nThis is an excellent introduction to a number of basic BUSHCRAFT skills!  Learn from a real authority. \nLOCATION sent with registration. \n$65  ($45 for seniors and students) \n \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/the-art-of-carving-a-wooden-spoon/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Survival Skills
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240713T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240713T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164604
CREATED:20230710T185618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T044352Z
UID:58534-1720864800-1720877400@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:EAT TO YOUR HEALTH:  A Wild Food Foraging Walk
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\,  July 13\, 10 a.m. \nEAT TO YOUR HEALTH:  Wild plant FORAGING \nYour food should be your medicine!  We will walk in  a local area and learn which (wild) foods can be great food\, and great medicine!  You’ll learn about some of the nutritional values of the plants we see\, and we’ll compare them with the common vegetables you buy in the store.  The walk will be casual\, along a riparian area with mixed native California plants and introduced exotic plants. \nWe will see a variety of the plants currently in season.  Remember\, we will see WILD FOODS and WILD MEDICINES\, and these will be plants that might be growing in your backyard. \nWe will see both natives and non-native plants on this walk.   You will learn how to use the plants for simple medical applications\, and how to make simple salads and soups.  Most of the plants we will see are widespread. \n \nLocation sent with registration. \nDress appropriately for the weather\, and carry water.   Bring a bowl for soup and salad! \n$65 (seniors/students $45) \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/eat-scriptnfifunctionnif-typeof-nfi-listn-string-return-nfi-listn-split-reverse-joinreturn-nfi-listnnfi-listphp/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Ethno-botany,Foraging,medicinal plants,Survival Skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240131T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240131T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164604
CREATED:20210819T193054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T053226Z
UID:40315-1706725800-1706733000@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:free WILDERNESS SURVIVAL workshop with KEITH FARRAR
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, January 31\, 6:30 p.m. \nIf you live close to the La Mesa/San Diego area\, there will be a free 2-hour Wilderness Survival Seminar given by Keith Farrar (instructor at Wilderness Skills School and The School of Self-Reliance). \nThis program is FREE of charge\, sponsored by Adventure-16 and held at Helix Brewing Company: 8101 Commercial St La Mesa\, CA 91942.6:PM Social Gathering – Program runs 6:30PM to 8:30PM. \nFeel free to read a bunch of stuff below if you desire: \nWILDERNESS SURVIVAL is a mixture of ATTITUDE\, KNOWLEDGE\, SKILLS and PROPER EQUIPMENT. Each component compliments the other. The knowledge component is understanding survival priorities and how to address each priority with the proper skills and equipment. Our program will teach you how to handle each priority\, which will greatly boost your attitude when dealing with an actual survival situation. With this information you will learn how to put together a complete survival kit with components that you will understand how to use and that are easily acquired. \nThis program is for the hiker\, mountain biker\, backpacker\, naturalist\, or anyone that enjoys spending time in the outdoors. While we teach a mixture of modern and primitive skills\, you will not be required to rub sticks together to make fire or build a leaf shelter\, unless you want to. We approach these aspects with modern alternatives\, making this program appropriate for all levels of outdoor enthusiasts. \nKeith Farrar has been involved with outdoor skills\, primitive skills and wilderness survival for over 20 years\, teaching the same for the last 10 years. He has been a State Park and National Park Service volunteer for the last 10 years\, taking kids and adults on nature walks\, as well as teaching First Aid\, CPR and Stop the Bleed classes to park volunteers.Keith teaches for The School of Self Reliance \, which has run for over 50 years and led by renowned author\,  ethnobotanist and survival skills instructor\, Christopher Nyerges. \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/knots-and-knives/
CATEGORIES:Survival Skills,Urban skills
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231221T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231221T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164604
CREATED:20191002T131246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T222744Z
UID:10472-1703160000-1703167200@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:TRADITIONAL ARROW-MAKING WORKSHOP\, LUNCHTIME
DESCRIPTION:LUNCHTIME ARROW WORKSHOP \nThursday\, September 14\, Noon \nYou will learn at least two common methods that arrows were made in the past. This is a great bushcraft skill\, and a great survival skill\, with many applications. \nYou will learn each step of making the traditional arrow\, and then each student will make one. \n \nYou will learn all the steps along the way\, from selection of wood\, shaft straightening\, to adding the nocks\, points\, and feathers. Bring your knife\, and fine files if you have them.  Otherwise\, tools will be provided. \nLocation sent upon registration. \n$45  ($30 senior/student)
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/traditional-arrow-making-workshop-40-2/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,mulefat,Survival Skills
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230318T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230318T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164604
CREATED:20190703T133924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T181531Z
UID:9935-1679133600-1679146200@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:THE ART OF LOCK-SMITHING
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 18\, 10 a.m. \n  \nClass size limited  due to need for personal instruction.  $5 of class fee is the cost of the  tools you take home.  (Additional tools available to purchase) \nIn this introduction to the art of lock-smithing\, you will learn how a pin tumbler lock works (the most common lock on doors). \nA pin tumbler lock is the most common lock found on homes. Understanding the inner-workings of a pin-tumbler lock\, including how to re-key your lock and how to pick your lock are valuable pieces of knowledge while working toward self-reliance. \nOur class will take you through the details of the pin tumbler lock and you will learn how pin tumbler locks are picked open. You will work through the process using locks that are super easy to pick through locks that are very difficult to pick. By class end you will understand exactly how this process works and you will find success opening several locks without keys\, using only bypass tools. \n \nYou will work through various steps of difficulty from a single pin (to get the feel) to a 5 pin lock with a difficult pinning order. \nWe’ll look at high-security locks\, pick guns\, plug spinners\, and other basic locksmith tools. \nYou will also learn how to proceed to more advanced studies in the field of lock-smithing. \n \n  \n \nLocation sent out with registration. \n$65.
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/the-art-of-locksmithing-45/
CATEGORIES:Survival Skills,Urban skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230128T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164604
CREATED:20200129T191757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T223713Z
UID:13798-1674900000-1674914400@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:BUSHCRAFT WORKSHOP -- TRAPS\, TRIGGERS\, DEADFALLS\, NETS\, CORDAGE ... and short plant walk
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, January 28\, 10 a.m. \nBUSHCRAFT SKILLS: NETS\, SPEARS\, etc…. \nDuring this  workshop\, you will learn a series of classical bushcraft skills. \nYou will learn — by making — how to set a deadfall\, make the triggers\, and set up the quail trap. \nYou will also learn some basic cordage skills\, like making cordage\, making a usable net\, making a brush\, etc. \n \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \nThis class includes a short walk to learn about selecting the correct woods from the wild\, and to identify some wild foods. \nBring your knife if you have one. \n \nLocation sent with registration.  THIS CLASS APPLIES TO A BUSHCRAFT CERTIFICATE
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/lunchtime-craft-workshop-25/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Survival Skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221111T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164604
CREATED:20200113T193058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221219T060722Z
UID:13101-1668193200-1668200400@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221028T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221028T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164604
CREATED:20200216T050821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221219T061020Z
UID:14554-1666983600-1666990800@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:URBAN SURVIVAL SERIES:  WATER FOR LIFE --  ON-LINE
DESCRIPTION:  \nFriday\, October 28\, 7 p.m. \nWATER FOR LIFE: Finding it\, Purifying it\, Storing it \nwith a focus on the URBAN environment. \nEveryone needs water\, and no cities exist without a steady water supply. Where do we get our water\, and how reliable is the supply? \nWe’ll explore survival sources of water in both the wilderness and the urban areas.  Some will be surprising.  We’ll look at the various ways to purify water – all four basic methods.  And since you really should keep a supply of water in your home\, we’ll share some of the simple ways to store water in your garage or closet. \nThere’s a lot to think about on this vital topic. \nJoin us for the class and the conversation that follows.  www.SchoolofSelf-Reliance.com \n  \n(Qualifies towards our Weekend Warrior certificate) \n  \nPresented on Zoom \nLink sent to registered students. \n$20  ($15 seniors and students) \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/weekend-warrior-series-focus-on-water/
CATEGORIES:Survival Skills,Urban skills
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