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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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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:20260404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260404T133000
DTSTAMP:20260514T054652
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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:20260411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T054652
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SUMMARY:New Class: OFF GRID COMMUNICATIONS
DESCRIPTION:Class title: Off Grid Communications\nApril 11\, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.\n\nTHIS IS A NEW CLASS FOR US DUE TO REQUESTS FROM STUDENTS FOR THIS SPECIFIC INFORMATION.\n\n\nTaught by Greg Birchfield and James Ruther\n\nGreg Birchfield\nJames Ruther\n\n\n\n\nWe’ve all grown very dependent upon reliable communication systems\, and yet…. in an emergency\, we find they are not as reliable as we hoped.  Most recently\, there were widespread failures during the Eaton and Pacific Pallisades fires of Southern California.\n\nIn this class\, we are going to explore the practical alternatives to your land-based cell phone. You will learn how to set up an emergency\, or alternative\, communication system\, and you will learn what to buy\, and what training you’ll  need (to get a ham license\, for example).\n\n\nWe will cover the following:\n\n\n Radio – types of radios\, shortwave\, GMRS\, AM\, FM\, Ham \n    Bands of radio\n    Bands – short distance\, long distance\, worldwide\n     Setting up a Comms plan for your people\n      Smartphone apps\, Cell\, Text\, Radio\n      Enciphering\n     Repeaters and how to use them\n     Baofeng Radios – overview and what they’re good for\n      Better than Baofeng Radios and recommend\n     Meshtastic – what is it? How do I set it up? What’s it good for?\nYou will also learn some Morse code\, and various low-tech local communication methods\, such as signalling mirrors\, whistles\, clackers.  If time\, we’ll even address some of the Hobo codes from the depression era.\nYou will go home with a clear idea of what you should do next for your own family ‘s communication systems.
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/new-class-off-grid-communications/
CATEGORIES:Survival Skills,Urban skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260416T120000
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SUMMARY:LUNCHTIME TRAPS\,TRIGGERS\, PRIMITIVE WEAPONRY WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:Learn to make traps\, triggers\, snares\, deadfalls — learn by doing! \nThursday\, April 16\, noon \nNote:  We do not go out and try to kill or trap animals when we do this class. \nWe recognize that hunting and fishing are long-established methods of putting food on the table\, especially during times of hardship and emergency.   Though I have never really been what you’d call a “hunter\,” I always wanted to know how to capture and clean animals for food\, if I had to.   I learned originally how to clean animals by using roadkill\, and fish that I caught.   Later\, I learned how to make and use primitive traps from various sources\, such as Paul Campbell and Larry Dean Olsen.  So if you’re like me\, and just want to know how to make these devices “just in case\,” please come to the class. \nWe’ll  meet in the Arroyo Seco to learn which woods are best for traps and triggers.  Then’ we’ll work on carving a deadfall trigger\, a trigger for a quail trap\, and more. \n \nYou’re learn by doing.  Bring your knife! (We have extras if  you don’t have one) \n \nWe’ll see edible and medicinal plants. Bring your canteen.
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/lunchtime-useful-plant-walk-25/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Ethno-botany,Foraging,medicinal plants,mulefat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T140000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T120000
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SUMMARY:EARTH DAY "FORAGING WORKSHOP" IN CLAREMONT
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Claremont operates a farmers market every Sunday in Claremont’s historical village. \n \nHelen teaching\nToday\, for Earth Day\, they will have some special events\, including Christopher’s Foraging Workshop\, from 11 a.m. to noon.  Both Christopher and Helen will be there.  You will see a variety of wild foods and medicines\, and learn how to sustainably harvest\, and even which are easy to grow.   It will be an intimate setting and you will be able to see the plants and ask questions.  There is a requested $20 donation\, which you can check out at the link below. \n \nThe latest book by Helen and Christopher (and other books) will also be available for purchase. \nForaging Workshop Led by Chris Nyerges Tickets\, Sunday\, April 19  •  11 AM – 12 PM | Eventbrite \n  \nThe workshop will be at Shelton Park in Claremont\, at the northeast corner of W. Bonita and Harvard Ave. N.
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/earth-day-foraging-workshop-in-claremont/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T054652
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SUMMARY:LUNCHTIME EARTHWEEK  PLANT WALKABOUT
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, Noon\, April 23 \nCome celebrate Earth Week with us by taking a walk in the canyon\, learning about the bounty of nature’s flora. \n \nWe’ll see wild herbs\, native plants\, and more.   A short walk\, getting out in nature\, and connecting with the skills of our ancestors. \nPAY FOR ONE\, BRING A FRIEND! \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/lunchtime-candle-making-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Ethno-botany,Survival Skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260514T054652
CREATED:20260414T004734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T004734Z
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SUMMARY:Burbank's Second Annual Earth Day
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nChristopher will be at a table\, sharing information about wild plants and survival skills\, from 11 to noon.
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/burbanks-second-annual-earth-day/
CATEGORIES:Urban skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T163000
DTSTAMP:20260514T054652
CREATED:20260421T172907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T172907Z
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SUMMARY:EARTH DAY WILD FOOD AND NATURE WALK
DESCRIPTION:SPECIAL EARTH DAY NATURE WALK  2 P.M.\n \nElder flower and fruit. Photo by Helen Wong.\nJoin us for this Special Earth Day Plant and Nature walk at Hahamongna Watershed Park.  2 p.m. \nWe will explore some of the native and non-native plants\, and learn about medicinal plants as well. \nThis is just two hours in the afternoon\, but bring water and snacks if needed.  We might make a simple wild food soup\, so bring a bowl just in case. \nSPECIAL:  Buy a ticket and bring a friend for free! \nHope to see you there! \nMore details on location sent when you register.
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/earth-day-wild-food-and-nature-walk/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T133000
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SUMMARY:URBAN PREPAREDNESS  -- in view of the many recent Disasters
DESCRIPTION:Urban Survival Guide\, by Nyerges\nSaturday\,  May 2\, 10 a.m. \nUrban Preparedness can mean a life of self-reliance!   But it also means you’re a bit more prepared for disasters such as an earthquake\, or a flood\, or a fire. \nWe will cover some of the basic elements that you should know in order to take care of yourself at home.  This class is all about urban preparedness. \nWe’ll cover issues about WATER and how to store water in Los Angeles County.  What FOODS should you store\, and grow.  We will also show (and cook) some wild foods. We will share how to COOK in your backyard if you can’t use  your indoor stove.  We will address first aid only minimally — we suggest  you take a Red Cross course. We will share TOILET alternative that is relatively easy.  We will also show some of the alternate devices to ELECTRICAL devices.   And we’ll talk about the notion of a “bug out bag\,” and some common sense\, such as the benefits of joining Neighborhood Watch\, or starting one\, if one is not active in your neighborhood. \nThis class will include a short PLANT WALK to learn about edible and medicinal wild plants. \nLocation sent with registration \nBooks and products will be available for sale \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/urban-preparedness/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany,Survival Skills,Urban skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T133000
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SUMMARY:FORAGING WALK -- WILD FOOD OUTING
DESCRIPTION:  \nMay 9\, 10 a.m \n \n  \nSaturday\, May 9\, 10 a.m. \nWILD FOOD FORAGING AND ETHNO-BOTANICAL WALK \nJoin us for our outing where we explore the edible\, medicinal\, and other useful qualities of many of the plants found in the environment with many introduced plants.  Both natives and non-natives will be seen.  This will be leisurely and you will get a chance to taste some of the plants. \nWe will introduce a few basics of systematic plant identification\, and ways you can take your own records.  We’ll also bring up another important point:  Many of the wild plants that we see — and especially the non-natives — can be easily cultivated in your own yard for ease of harvesting. Also\, we’ll tell you about some of the local native plant nurseries where you can obtain native plants — such as toyon\, ceonothus\, oak trees\, mulefat\, elder\, etc  — and grow them in your own yards\, which is an ideal situation. \nWear comfortable footwear and bring water.   Bring a bowl for eating. \nThis class can be credited towards the Ethno-botany certificate. \nDirections sent upon registration. \n$65 (Seniors and students $45). \n  \n \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/ethno-botanical-walk-2/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany,medicinal plants,mulefat,Survival Skills,uses of willow
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T140000
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SUMMARY:MEDICINAL PLANT WALK
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 14\, Noon. MEDICINAL PLANT WALK \nWhen you study the floral wealth of the world\, you find that many plants are very efficacious in healing many of our illnesses and symptoms.   This is a unique and valuable survival skill! \nJust a few generations ago\, before everyone got hooked on drugs and hospitals\, the knowledge of using wild and garden plants for common medical applications was common and normal. Our grandparents often foraged for their own medicinal plants in fields and backyards. \nOn our walk\, we’ll see many of the local herbs used for medicine\, and discuss some proven methods for dealing with common illnesses that are both proven and safe. \nLocation:  Arroyo Seco\, exact location sent upon registration.
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/medicinal-plant-walk/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Ethno-botany,medicinal plants
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T054652
CREATED:20210223T040602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T181531Z
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SUMMARY:ANIMAL TRACKING with Rob Remedi--  CLASS IN HONOR OF MASTER TRACKER JIM LOWRY\, RIP
DESCRIPTION:T \n  \nThis class on  ANIMAL TRACKING with Rob Remedi \nwill be held in honor of Jim Lowery\, master tracker\, who passed away in April 2026. \nRob Remedi was Lowery’s top student and acolyte\, and he passes along the tradition of Jim Lowery.  We will say a few words about Lowery at this class for those of you who didn’t know him. \n  \nSaturday\, May 16\, 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 \n\n \n  \nTRACKER JIM LOWERY\, R.I.P. \nJim Lowery (photo from Earth Skills web site)\nIn mid-April of this year\, 2026\, the wildlife tracking world lost a great: Jim Lowery passed away.  He was 78 years old. \nWhen I first became aware of the world of tracking – tracking animals and people — mostly through the writings of Tom Brown Jr.\, I met Jim Lowery who was widely regarded as one of the best trackers of the West. \nWhen Westways magazine hired me to write a review of Jim Lowery\, I was treated to a private tracking class not far from his home.  He read the animal tracks in the soil as a normal person would read a newspaper. He told me what animals walked there\, and when they turned\, or sped up\, and he had an almost psychic sense of what the animal was doing and why. \nLater\, Jim would teach at the weeklong Dirttime events that I conducted in the local mountains with Dude McLean and Alan Halcon.  Jim would set off a dedicated zone where no one was to walk\, and we came back in a day to interpret all the tracks that appeared in the soil.  Jim could handle a large class of student trackers who were all working hard to interpret the soil. \nOver the years\, I would run-into Jim at various wilderness locations\, teaching a class\, often with his “sand box” that he created to create and study tracks. \nJim was exceptionally knowledgeable about all aspects of the subject of tracking.  Plus\, he was a good teacher\, friendly\, and interested in the student’s progress. \nI will miss him. \n  \nI asked Rob Remedi to say a few words about Jim Lowery.  Rob was a protégé of Jim Lowery\, and always mentioned Jim in his own classes. \nFROM ROB: \nJim’s book. Note: Rob Remedi is at the right\, with white hat\, observing a track.\n“I had the great fortune to partake in Jim’s classes.  It is he whom I owe my tracking abilities\, and frankly\, who led me to further hone my skills and teaching.  He was first my teacher; me\, a neophyte to the art of tracking\, and eventually he became a colleague and a valued friend.  I even had the privilege to teach alongside him. \nJim took classes from Tom Brown back in the 1980’s.  Serious about sharing these ancient arts\, Jim started Earth Skills in Southern California and began teaching tracking and wilderness skills. \nJim was a master specifically in tracking\, knowing exactly what he taught.  Once\, I housesat while he was away\, and I saw a six-tiered bookshelf stocked with his personal tracking notebooks. Perusing through those notebooks\, they were full of footprint measurements\, gaits and patterns\, and details and observations of the animals he crossed paths with.  I knew he was a treasure worth learning from. \nYet\, he did not teach with an air of superiority.  It was a kindness; a gentle\, calm\, personable presence that made me (and everyone else) want to take his classes just to “hang out” and soak up his vast knowledge.  In addition\, his teaching was totally hands-on\, inviting you to get down in the dirt\, where he welcomed feedback\, opinions\, and interpretations with validity. \nThere are too many stories and experiences to share here\, but they all remain in my heart.  Still\, I wish everyone could have met this incredible man.\nHe is survived by his wife\, Mary Brooks\, who assisted him in his classes and is an accomplished tracker in her own right. \nWords of wisdom: when you get the “inkling” to call someone\, do it before it’s too late.  I miss you\, Jim.   – Rob Remedi” \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:20260521T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260521T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T054652
CREATED:20260316T191718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T005147Z
UID:61433-1779364800-1779372000@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:LUNCHTIME CLAY WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:May 21\, Noon \nAt this class\, you will see natural clay dug from the local hills. \n \nYou will learn the ways to process clay\, and we will be doing one of those methods. \n \nYou will process clay\, and attempt to make a useful item from the clay. \nWe won’t do any firing. \n \nA great opportunity to get outdoors and learn another survival skills
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/lunchtime-clay-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260523T150000
DTSTAMP:20260514T054652
CREATED:20220125T073307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T214048Z
UID:46016-1779530400-1779548400@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:SURVIVAL SKILLS INTENSIVE --  An Field Overview of all the Skills you NEED
DESCRIPTION:May 23\, Saturday\,   10 a.m. \n \n \n \n  \nSURVIVAL SKILLS INTENSIVE \nMay 23\, 10 a.m. \n$75  ($55 for seniors and students) \n  \nHere’s a chance to practice all of the basic skills that are considered the essential skills.  We will do a little bit of everything\, and try to keep hiking to a minimum. \nKnowledge of plants and their many uses is a critical skill that relates to every other skill.  You will learn how to identify key plants\, and how to use them for food\, medicine\, fire-making\, cordage\, and more. \nFire-making is an essential survival skill\, and you should always have a few ways to make fire.  On this class\,  you will practice  primitive fire-making\, as well as cooking\, and water purification. \nAlong the way\, you will learn about emergency shelters\,  how to make cordage\, and more. \nA great day to get into the mountains with like-minded people. \nLocation details sent upon registration.  Bring a bowl\, knife\, and water. \n \n  \n  \nBooks by Nyerges available at class. \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/survival-skills-intensive-2/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Ethno-botany,medicinal plants,mulefat,plants for making fire,shelter building,Survival Skills,uses of willow
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260530T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260530T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T054652
CREATED:20191217T040549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T011845Z
UID:11906-1780135200-1780149600@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:FORAGING  WALKABOUT: WILD  FOOD & USEFUL PLANTS\, with Focus on FIRE and WEAVING plants
DESCRIPTION:FORAGING USEFUL WILD PLANTS — for FOOD\,  FIRE\, WEAVING\, MEDICINAL\, and UTILITARIAN — \nMay 30\, 10 a.m. \nWe will explore a watershed area\, seeing native and introduced plants. \nOur focus today will be to learn about those plants that are used for food\, making fire\, and weaving.  You will  learn about various edible plants\, and medicinal plants.   And while we might collect some greens used to make soup\, we want you to see the plants that will be used to make primitive fire.  And if you’re interested in basketry\, you will see the traditional plants used for cordage and weaving. \nActual networking!\n \n \nOn our walk\, you will learn  how to identify these plants\, and learn how to properly harvest. \nJoin us for an insightful walk into a wild area\, and learn about useful plants. \nBack at the tables\, we will show how to make the parts of a fire kit\, and you will get a chance to try it yourself.  And we will also demonstrate simple basketry techniques as well. \n \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \nDress comfortably and bring water.  Bring a bowl for eating.   The trail will be more or less flat. \nLocation sent after registration. \n$65 [seniors/students $45).
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/wild-food-and-useful-plants-by-the-season-2/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany,medicinal plants,shelter building,Survival Skills
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260604T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260604T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T054652
CREATED:20191221T074157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T005847Z
UID:12085-1780574400-1780581600@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:LUNCHTIME EXPLORATORY NATURE WALK
DESCRIPTION:  \nThursday\, June 4\, noon \nEXPLORATORY NATURE WALK \nWe’ll explore the perimeter of  this section of the Arroyo Seco and find some of the in-season wild edibles\, and medicinal plants\, and we’ll view the overall basin. \nAlong this footpath\, we will find foods\, medicines\, and several plants used for weaving and basketry.  We’ll learn about the woods that were used for shelter\, and fire\, and discuss how some of the rocks were used in the past.  We’ll also see many of the “invasive” non-native edibles.  \nCarry a  water bottle. \nRSVP for exact directions to location. \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/lunchtime-exploratory-nature-walk/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany,Foraging,medicinal plants,mulefat,plants for making fire,Survival Skills
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260606T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260606T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T054652
CREATED:20210731T055513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T212915Z
UID:39356-1780740000-1780754400@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:WILD FOODS:   TRADITIONAL ACORN PROCESSING WORKSHOP  --
DESCRIPTION:PROCESSING WILD ACORNS — FROM RAW ACORN TO DELICIOUS PANCAKES! \n \n \n  \nSaturday\, June 6\, 10 a.m.  \n$65  ($45 for students and seniors) \nTRADITIONAL ACORN PROCESSING\n \nThis Session is a complete lesson on the historical value of the ACORN in west coast native societies\, along with some nutritional information. You will then go through the entire process of turning the raw acorn into a delicious food. You’ll shell\, grind\, leach\, test\, leach some more\,  and blend with a few other ingredients to make acorn food products. \nIf you didn’t already know this\, ACORNS are a Super-Food\, not simply squirrel food.  They contain all the amino acids!  Native Americans of the Americas understood this and regularly processed and consumed acorn products. In fact\, acorns have been used for food by many cultures the world over.  They are still commonly used in Korean dishes. In the U.S.\, the use of the acorn is experiencing a revival. \nWe will also prepare a few other wild food dishes\, depending on what is in season.  \nThere will be minimal walking today\,  but still bring your field notebook. \nThis can apply to an Ethno-botany certificate. \nLocation sent upon registration. \nPricing: $65 per class.   (Seniors/ students $45) \n  \n  \nFrancisco offers freshly-made acorn pancakes\n  \n \nBooks by Nyerges available at Classes \n  \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/wild-food-cooking-workshop-focus-on-acorn-processing/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany,Foraging
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260613T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T054652
CREATED:20190703T144509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T012107Z
UID:9978-1781344800-1781359200@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:BASIC NATURAL NAVIGATION\, AND ORIENTATION
DESCRIPTION:NATURAL NAVIGATION AND ORIENTATION \nSaturday\, June 13\, 10 a.m. \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n  \nWhat are some of the tried-and-proven methods for navigation that people have used for centuries? \nWe’ll begin with observations of the terrain — shadows\, looking at trees\, moisture\, feeling rocks\, insect signs\, etc. \nWe’ll learn how to use the stars\, the sun\, the moon\, for navigation\, including how to read the natural terrain.  These are skills that our grandparents took for granted\, but as we rely more and more on technologies\, we have forgotten these very basic skills. \nYes\, you’ll also learn the basics of how to read a map\, how to use a compass\, how to align the map with a compass\, and ways to navigate the terrain with these tools. \nSince this is a two-hour lunchtime class\, we will cover the most basic skills. \nWe’ll do exercises to test your new skills. Bring a notebook. \n  \nLocation sent with registration \n$65 (Students and seniors\, $45) \nThis class can be applied towards Bushcraft Certificate
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/basic-natural-navigation-35/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Survival Skills,Urban skills
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260620T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260620T133000
DTSTAMP:20260514T054652
CREATED:20190703T143207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T003421Z
UID:9963-1781949600-1781962200@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:SEASONAL FORAGING -- WILD FOOD AND USEFUL PLANTS BY THE SEASON
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n \n \nSEASONAL FORAGING — SUMMER \nSaturday\, June 20\, 10 a.m. \n  \nThis series of  field trips occurs one per season\, so you can learn to see nature through the seasons\, from a forager’s perspective. \nThe 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. \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\, such as salad\, soup\, biscuit\, or tea.  Each session includes a list of what is normally available in that season. \nSUMMER \nIn this period\, there usually has not been rain for awhile\, so the environment is a bit drier.  Most of the early spring vegetation is mature. However\, there are some greens that develop a bit later and are typically found in summer\, such as purslane\, and lamb’s quarter.  This is also the time for many of the fruits to be collected\, such as wild cherries\, manzanitas\, and the ceonothus berries which are used for soap.  The acorns are starting to mature.   You’ll learn what’s in season in this traditional “harvest” time\, and how to collect sustainably\, and responsibly. \n  \nSarah Shin collects some ripe coffeeberries\n \n  \nLocation sent out with registration.\n \nApplies to our Ethnobotany certificate
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/wild-food-and-useful-plants-by-the-season/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany,Foraging,medicinal plants,mulefat,plants for making fire
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260704T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260704T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T054652
CREATED:20200113T185908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T214918Z
UID:13094-1783159200-1783173600@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:TRADITIONAL  ARROW  MAKING
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nDude on right\, discusses a new traditional arrow made by Paul Campbell.\nSaturday\,  July 4\, 10 a.m.\, TRADITIONAL ARROW MAKING \n$65  ($45 for seniors and students) \n  \n  \nBUSHCRAFT SKILLS \nThis is one of the fundamental bushcraft skills that all hunter-gatherers needed to know.  You might make a new bow every year\, but you had to make arrows all the time. \nIn this class\, you will learn the basic parts of the arrow\, and how an arrow can be very simple\, or more complex. \nYou will learn at least two common methods that arrows were made in the past. You will learn each step of making the traditional arrow\, and then each student will make one. You will learn all the steps along the way\, from selection of wood\, shaft straightening\, to adding the nocks\, points\, and feathers. \nBring your knife\, and fine files if you have them. Otherwise\, tools will be provided. \nWhat’s more important?  The bow\, or the arrow?  Obviously\, the arrow\, since it is the projectile that flies through the air.  It must be straight\, and properly aligned. \nNearly every society of the past used archery for hunting\, and that meant LOTS of arrows.  You’ll learn that there are several ways to make an arrow that will shoot straight\, and you will make at least two. \nAgain\, bring whatever tools you might have. \nCost is $65\, with a senior and student rate of $45. \nBe sure to RSVP. LOCATION 2.  Hahamongna Watershed Park\, on Pasadena’s west side\, bordering with La Canada. Enter the park from Oak Grove and Foothill\, and drive into the park\, staying on the upper road (do NOT make that left turn and drive downhill)\,  until you see the outdoor  bathroom.  Park there. \n  \n \n  \n  \nCopies of books by Nyerges and Paul Campbell will be available. \n \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/traditional-arrow-making/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,mulefat,Survival Skills
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260711T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T054652
CREATED:20230803T060152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T184223Z
UID:58597-1783764000-1783778400@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:WILD FOOD COOKING and SURVIVAL discussion
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 11\, 10 a.m. \nWILD FOOD COOKING  and  discussion. \n  \n \n  \nOn our walk\,  we will learn to recognize wild foods of the area\, and we will collect samples for our meal. Previously collected foods will be brought also for you to prepare into our meal. \n \nBesides our short walk\, you will then make a fire\, and prepare a salad\, soup\, a mixed dish\, pancakes\, and a few other dishes\, depending on what we find.   Then we can sit around the table and talk\, ask questions\, consider the future.  We’d love to have you join at this end-time of the year. \n \nBring your bowl!  And bring water for the walk. \nLocation sent out to registrants. \n$65 ($45 for students and seniors)
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/wild-food-cooking-for-fall/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Ethno-botany,Foraging,Survival Skills
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260718T133000
DTSTAMP:20260514T054652
CREATED:20250523T233354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T184518Z
UID:60641-1784368800-1784381400@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:TRADITIONAL GOURD WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:GOURD WORKSHOP — Learn to make a bowl\, cup\, or spoon! \nJuly 18\, 10 a.m. \n \n[NOTE: Besides each of you working on a gourd\, we will also share some lessons in making triggers for traps\, such as with the quail trap\, and you will get to try some wild food at this class] \n \nYou will learn how to clean and process a traditional gourd grown for utilitarian purposes.  These are the hard shelled gourds that probably originated in Africa\, and were common all across the American Southwest. \nYour job will be to clean\, and learn how to cut and then clean the gourd. The seeds you can take home to grow. \nThere are artists who make some equisite items from these gourds\, and you might be one of them.  However\, we will focus on the fundamentals\, and just a few hints about the artistic embellishments. \nIf time\, we will have a short plant walk and possibly prepare something you can eat in your gourd. \nWe will supply all the tools needed\, but if you have your own knife\, hack saw\, files\, etc.\, please bring them. \nBring water to drink and a snack if required. \n \n \n \nIn addition to the comradie that comes with such activities\, you will be able to obtain books\, knives\, and other survival gear for sale. \n$65 ($45 for students/seniors)
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/traditional-gourd-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260905T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260905T150000
DTSTAMP:20260514T054652
CREATED:20211019T021620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T215108Z
UID:43219-1788602400-1788620400@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:TRADITIONAL BOW MAKING WORKSHOP  -- an ancient and universal skills
DESCRIPTION:BOW-MAKING WORKSHOP \nA time to meet like-minded folks\, and to discuss the important issues…….. \n  \nSeptember 5\, 10 a.m. \nIn our class time\, we will cover all the basics of making your own archery bow.   You’ll learn how to select a piece of wood for making a bow. \nYou’ll learn the basics of creating a long bow (aka self bow).  You will learn how to determine the belly from the back\, how to slowly reduce\, how to tiller\, make nocks\, etc. \n \nYour goal will be to learn all the steps involved in making a functional bow.  If you rush because you simply want to take a bow home\, you might be disappointed.   We will supply the staves for you to use\, and we have extra tools. \n  \n \nIf you have tools\, such as sharp axe\, draw knife\, files\, rasps\, etc.\, bring them. We do bring tools if you don’t have any. \n \nLocation given upon registration.  This class requires a bit more prep\, and so please RSVP.  Limited to 14 participants. \n$75.  ($55 for seniors/ students).
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/bow-making-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Survival Skills
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261010T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261010T220000
DTSTAMP:20260514T054652
CREATED:20230418T010832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T185228Z
UID:57210-1791669600-1791669600@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:WILD FOOD OUTING\, with cooking
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, October 10\, 10 a.m. \nWILD FOOD OUTING \nToyon berries\n  \n \n  \n  \nFolks\, this will be an excellent way to see what’s in season and to try some of the wild edibles.  We will go on a short walk to explore an area and learn about the wild plants\, and their edible and medicinal uses. \nWe will study the diverse flora and we’ll have an opportunity to make a fire and do some light cooking. \n \n  \nStudents examining fresh chicken-of-the-woods\nCome and enjoy your time outdoors learning about plant and how they can be used for teas\, salads\, soups\, and medicines.  Also you’ll learn about those plants used for fire in a traditional manner. \n \nHahamongna Watershed Park; exact meeting spot given upon registration. \n \nBring water\, a bowl\, and knife.  Bring your snacks if necessary.
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/wild-clay-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Foraging
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261017T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T054652
CREATED:20230803T061949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T184803Z
UID:58604-1792231200-1792245600@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:TRADITIONAL CONTAINER WORKSHOP:  MAKE A BURN-BOWL
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, October 17\, 10 a.m. \nCONTAINER WORKSHOP:  LEARN TO MAKE AN EXPEDIENT BURN BOWL \nJulia Han shows a burn bowl made by Christopher from a burl\n \nAs part of our Container series\, we have taught how to make clay bowls (from local clays)\, how to make baskets\, how to process gourds\, how to make yucca and agave quivers\, how to make soap stone bowls (yes\, a slow process!)\, and this time\, how to make a burn-bowl.  A burn bowl is a piece of a log that we slowly burn out with coals\, and then scrape it out to create a useful bowl.  You will learn by doing. \nWe begin with a dry log\, and cut select pieces. Then we split them\, and you will slowly burn them out to create a functional bowl.  In fact\, there are many items that can be made by this process. \nWe will create coals in our fire\, which you will then carefully put onto your wood. You let it burn a bit\, and then you scrape.  You create a little hole\, and then you add another coal\, and repeat\, and repeat.  Bring a spoon for scraping.   Bring eye protection too. \nSometimes this goes quickly\, and sometimes not\, so bring your water and a snack. \nProbably Hahamongna\, but we will send location to registrants. \nLimited participation. \n$65 ($45 seniors/students)
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/traditional-container-workshop-make-a-burn-bowl/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Survival Skills
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261121T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T054652
CREATED:20230803T063301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T012715Z
UID:58611-1795255200-1795269600@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:THANKSGIVING SEASON -- WILD FOOD COOKING WORKSHOP -- INCLUDING ACORN PROCESSING
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, November 21\, 10 a.m. \nWILD FOOD COOKING WORKSHOP \nJoin us as we do a short walk to forage wild foods that are in season\, and learn how to recognize what is available now. \nWe’ll then gather and prepare  the various wild foods\, along with some that we have brought\, including ACORNS.  You will work together to create a salad\, a soup\, an egg dish\, acorn pancakes\, tea\, and some sort of desert items.  We’ll have mushrooms if we find any. \nLearn how to eat the older nopales\nIt’s worth noting that when the first peoples of Hahamongna lived here\, they relied on the plant and animal life for their sustenance. You will just be getting a small taste of what that would have been like.  And it is worth noting that the majority of the wild foods that are available today are mostly European invasive plants\,  plants that the first peoples would not have had. \n \nBring your notebook and camera\, and bring your water and bowl.  This is not a spectator sport\, so be prepared to process greens\, make the fire\, and cook. \n$65 ($45 for seniors and students)
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/thanksgiving-season-wild-food-cooking-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Ethno-botany,Foraging,Survival Skills
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261212T133000
DTSTAMP:20260514T054652
CREATED:20191002T131923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T013034Z
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SUMMARY:WINTER GET-TOGETHER\, 10 a.m. FREE
DESCRIPTION:DECEMBER 12\, 10 A.M. \nWINTER GET-TOGETHER/ TRADE-BLANKET\, FOR FRIENDS AND FAMILY OF SCHOOL OF SELF-RELIANCE. \nNO FEE\, NO NEED FOR A “TICKET”  — JUST SHOW UP!   (DIRECTIONS below) \nOur annual gathering for Friends and Family of the School of Self-Reliance. \n \n  \nWe will have a “trade blanket” where several people will be having books\, gear\, knives\, etc. for trade or sale. \nWe will also discuss what makes a good “survival kit” — so bring your kit if you want it “analyzed.” \n  \nWe will also have most of Christopher’s books available\, as well as GIFT CERTIFICATES. \nBRING A FOLDING CHAIR! \n  \nWe’ll meet and share some survival stories\, including what should always be in your “survival pack” in order to be prepared for the unexpected. \n  \n  \n \nDo you want to bring products for sale or trade?  Please let Christopher know. \n \n  \nIt’s a good time to get to know each other better\, and learn more skills in a relaxed setting. Location 2\, Hahamongna Watershed Park.   DIRECTIONS:  The park is located on Pasadena’s west side\, bordering La Canada.  Check your Google Maps to find it\, and you’ll likely be exiting the 210 freeway.   The park entrance is Foothill and Oak Grove Drive.  Enter the park\, drive in\, stay on the upper road until you see the outdoor bathroom\, and park. We’ll be by  the tables there. \nThere is no fee\, but let us know you’re coming!
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/winter-get-together-10-am-free/
CATEGORIES:plants for making fire,Survival Skills,Urban skills
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SUMMARY:FORAGING BY THE SEASON:  WINTER
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, December 19\, 10 a.m. \nFORAGING BY THE SEASON:  WINTER \n  \n \n‘ \n  \nWINTER FORAGING in the West:  What are the seasonal greens\, nuts\, seeds\, berries\, roots\, etc. that are available now? \nThis series of Seasonal Foraging occurs once per season\, where you can learn to see 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.  See web site for details. \nThe 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 \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.) \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\, such as salad\, soup\, biscuit\, or tea.  Each session includes a list of what is normally available in that season. \n  \nWINTER   \nThis is the time when we begin to  get our rains\, and we can begin to see the hillsides and valleys greening-up.  Learn to identify young seedlings and sprouts\, and which are already edible.  Learn to identify those locations where you can come back to later. Some fruits that occur in early spring\, and we’ll discover those.  This would also be the time to collect cuttings for sprouting\, so you can grow these plants at your own home.   Mushrooms are beginning now. \nLOCATION:  We will explore a foothill canyon in the Angeles National Forest. Details sent upon registration. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/summer-foraging/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany,medicinal plants
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