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SUMMARY:EAT TO YOUR HEALTH!  A Medicine and Food Foraging walk  -- with disaster survival commentary
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\,  February 7\, 10 a.m.  MEDICINE AND FOOD  FORAGING WALK   \n  \nEAT TO YOUR HEALTH:  Eat your Medicine.  Learn about native and non-native Edible and Medicinal\, and Utilitarian plants. \n\n \nWITH DISCUSSION OF PLANT FAMILIES. \nWe’ll do a short walk along a trail in the Arroyo Seco to see and study the native\, and introduced plants.  We’ll be seeing chaparral plants\, riparian plants\, and exotics.  We’ll see a good selection of plants\, and you’ll get an understanding of what plants are found in the fall.  You will also learn a bit about Plant Families\, and families that are entirely safe. \nWe’ll explore and learn about the medicinal properties of many plants\, and we’ll collect some of the wild edibles.  Our goal will be to sample at least a wild soup\, so be sure to bring your bowl. \nBesides learning about the food and medicinal uses of the plants\, you’ll learn a little about which plants are good for fire-making\, and which are good for cordage/basketry. \nLeisurely walk. Bring a canteen of water\, a bowl\, and a camera. \nWe’ll cook a few wild food dishes too\, so bring your bowl. \n$65 ($45 seniors/ students). \nLocation sent with registration. \n  \n  \n \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/morning-plant-walk/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany,Foraging,medicinal plants,mulefat,plants for making fire
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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:20260514T074100
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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:20260110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260110T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074100
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SUMMARY:FORAGING FOR WILD FOODS\, WITH RIPARIAN FOCUS\, --- A walkabout
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, January 10\, 10 a.m.\n \nARROYO SECO \nWe’ll walk into the watershed area\, through the willows and waterways\,  and see the diverse flora\, with WILD FOODS\,   EDIBLE CALIFORNIA PLANTS.  We will learn about the wild foods\, wild medicines\, and some uses of the yucca plant. \n  \n  \nDuring our walk\, we’ll learn about the unique riparian plants\, and the uses of the many plants we’ll see.  We’ll see the alders\, mulefat\, mugwort\,  willow\, etc. There are many other riparian plants\, which we may or may not see\, depending on the conditions.   We know we’ll see many wild edibles that sprout at this time of the year when it’s a wet year. \nRuther examines the yucca flower\nThere are always lots of surprises in store on these sorts of walks. We see native California plants\, non-native introduced plants\, and various wildlife. \nBring your own water\, and dress comfortably.  Bring a bowl for a salad \nThis walk can be applied towards the Ethnobotany certificate. \n  \nLocation sent with registration$65  ($45 student/senior). \n  \nBooks by Nyerges will be available\, as will knives and other tools. \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/riparian-and-useful-plants-walk/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany,medicinal plants,mulefat,uses of willow
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251230T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251230T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074100
CREATED:20200101T001929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T192249Z
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SUMMARY:WATERSHED EXPLORATION
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, December 30\, at 11 a.m. \nIn this approx. 3 hour class\, we’ll explore along the watershed of  the Upper Arroyo in the Angeles National Forest. We’ll learn about food and medicine from plants\,   make soap from plants\, and weave rope and baskets from natural materials.  We will walk along the stream\, and see a lot of plants.   Be sure to bring your canteen\, bowl for eating\, and snacks you might want. \nThere are some unique features at this location that makes it quite memorable.  Plus\, it might be very quiet at this time of the year. \nNOTE:  We had planned to do this walk at Switzers Camp but we cannot do so because of road closures as a result of the rain.  We will do the class at a lower elevation.  Be sure to RSVP.
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/switzers-exploration/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Foraging,medicinal plants,mulefat,mycology,plants for making fire
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251220T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251220T170000
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SUMMARY:OPEN HOUSE -- Julie's Farm and Educational Garden
DESCRIPTION:FREE EVENT. CALL JULIE WITH QUESTIONS AT 323 255-4028
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/open-house-julies-farm-and-educational-garden/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251211T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251211T133000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074100
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SUMMARY:LUNCHTIME NATURALIST WALK
DESCRIPTION:LUNCHTIME  RIPARIAN PLANT WALK\, Thursday\,  December 11 at noon \n \nWe’ll walk into the Upper Arroyo\, north of JPL\, and explore the chaparral and riparian plants\, and you will see the highly versatile yucca plant. \nFrom the Windsor exit of the 210 freeway\, drive north on Windsor until Ventura\, where you will veer to the left\, but continue driving north. The hill descends slightly\, and then it opens to the large  parking area east of Jet Propulsion Laboratory.  Drive as far north into the JPL East Lot\, where we will meet. \nWe will explore the watershed and see native and non native plants\, and learn about the edible\, medicinal\, and other useful qualities of the plants. \nWe will walk along water\, and you will see mostly the native plants.  A great opportunity to see this unique environment. \nCarry your Water\, and bring a camera. \nCatalina Island cherry fruits\nRuther examines the yucca flower
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/lunchtime-naturalist-walk-25/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Ethno-botany,Foraging,medicinal plants,mulefat,plants for making fire
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251127T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251127T133000
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SUMMARY:THANKSGIVING DAY
DESCRIPTION:HAVE A WONDERFUL THANKSGIVING with your friends and family! \nGive thanks where it is due! \n  \nIf you want to join a Thanksgiving gathering in Highland park\, where we learn some history about the day\, share a light meal\, and go on a very short educational walk\, please contact me for details.  Christopher_nyerges@yahoo.com \nHere is the information: \nThanksgivingjulie-thankfounding25 \n  \n[NOTE: We are available for PRIVATE classes for groups or individuals.  Contact us if interested …. ..]
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/thanksgiving-day-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251120T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074100
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:20260514T074100
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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:20251018T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251018T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074100
CREATED:20250312T192624Z
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SUMMARY:FALL GARDENING WORKSHOP. CANCELLED   Led by Urban Gardener Julie Balaa!
DESCRIPTION:CLASS CANCELLED. WATCH THE SCHEDULE FOR THE NEW DATE…. \n  \n— Saturday\, October 18\, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.\, $34. \nJulie discussing and selling nopales at the farmers market\nCactus pad and sprawling purslane\n \n  \n \n  \nGetting Started with Fall Gardening \nSaturday\, October 18\, 3 p.m. \nOur focus today is how to get started on Fall Gardening. \nYou will learn about seed selection\, timing of plantings\, how to actually go about the plantings\, mulching\, tree planting and more. \nThis is both lecture and hands-on\, and you’ll get to ask all the questions you may have. \nNote: This is part of a series of 3 classes on Fall Gardening.  September 20\, October 18\, and November 15.  You can attend one or all. \nLocation: 5835 Burwood Ave.\, Highland Park\, CA.\, 90042.  Julie’s greenhouse is at this location as well\, and plants are available for purchase. \n$34./person. Prepay with Zelle using Julie’s phone number. For information call/email Julie at: 323-255-4028   or email at  juliebalaa@gmail.com \n  \nNote: Julie’s new book\, “Low Cost Emergency Preparedness: A DIY Guide to Family Disaster Preparedness\,” will also be available for sale\, for $17. \n \n \n \n  \n \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/new-moon-planting-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany,medicinal plants,Urban skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251011T140000
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SUMMARY:NATIVE AMERICAN USES OF PLANTS
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, October 11\, 10 a.m. \nBarbara Kolander with ripe elder berries\nCatalina Island cherry fruits\n  \nNATIVE AMERICAN USES OF PLANTS. \nSarah Shin collects some ripe coffeeberries\nLearn about the many plant contributions of Native Americans to our culture today – plants for food\, medicine\, and tools.   You’ll get to see these plants that are in many cases very common\, and simply taken for granted\, without generally recognition of their rich history.  This will be a botanical exploration of the many plants of the Americas that many of us still use today. \nWe begin with the many plants from the Americas which have profoundly affected the diet of the world. \nOn our walk\, you will get to see many of these plants and learn h ow they were used. \n  \nOf course\, in today’s world\, we will see many wild plants that have been introduced from Europe and Asia and elsewhere. We will discuss these plants if native peoples began to use them after they were introduced into North America. \nWe will make one or two food dishes from native foods\, so bring your bowl and cup \n \n \n  \n$65  ( $45 for seniors/students). \n Books and products will be available for sale.
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/native-american-heritage-day-commemoration/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany,medicinal plants,uses of willow
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251004T140000
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SUMMARY:BUSHCRAFT WEAPONRY WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\,  October 4\, 10 a.m. \nWEAPONRY WORKSHOP\, focusing on TRAPS\, TRIGGERS\, DEADFALLS\, NETS\, etc. \n \n \nThese are bushcraft skills that everyone took for granted a few generations ago\, but which most urban folks know nothing about. Simple trapping of animals can be a life-or-death skill\, under certain circumstances. You’ll be provided with an overview of all primitive weapons systems\, both active and passive.  The techniques are generally quite simple\, but they take practice to master to the level where you are effective. \nWe will then focus on how to make the simplest of snares\, and trigger mechanisms for bird traps and dead falls\, such as the scarf trigger of the quail trap\, and the basic figure 4 trigger. \n \nYou’ll also learn how to make a basic net\, whose many applications include hammock\, fishing\, carrying net\, etc. \nYou will also learn about several other primitive and silent weapons\, both passive and active weapons. \nNo animals will be present\, and no animals will be harmed. This is strictly an educational how-to program. \nBring your knife since you will be making things.  Bring water\, and a snack if needed. \nLocation 2. Hahamongna Park but RSVP in case location must be changed. \nAlso bring your bowl\, and water\, since we will probably cook a wild dish. \nExact directions to be sent after registration. \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/weaponry-workshop-traps-triggers-deadfalls-nets-40/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251003T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251003T200000
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CREATED: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:20250927T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T193000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074100
CREATED:20250923T053034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T053034Z
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SUMMARY:THE ART OF MANAGING RELATIONSHIPS -- a series
DESCRIPTION:THE ART OF MANAGING RELATIONSHIPS\nThis “class” is primarily focused on waking participants to the purpose for and means to see “relationships” in their higher perspective of the overall Purpose for embodiment in a human body.  “Class” is in quotes because the term “class” is used as a communication convenience.  That is because this “class” will serve as a Guidant on the path of Seeking why and how to have and manage relationships.  This “class” will require at least 3 committed class members to attend at the frequency or one “class: per month attendance. \n       Central to our focus in this “class” is gender and all its ramifications. This “class” will focus on human relationships and will include significant others\, marriage partners\, progeny\, siblings\, relatives\, acquaintances\, co-workers\, et al.  The goal is to find the universal Principles in all relationships\, and to discover their overall Purpose\, as well scientific ways to manage those relationships. \n       The class coordinator\, Prudence Boczarski-Chukwudi\, is uniquely qualified to lead the participants to their collective AHAs! because of her over 40 years of study in all aspects of the topic.  Prudence\, in addition\, was close assistant to the original author of this class\, Richard E. White (aka\, REVVE or Key Q. Ell)\, and was mentored to explore and live the Principles taught in the class.  Prudence’s experimentation has led to her own insights regarding relationships that will be helpful to those in need of some guidance in this\, sometimes treacherous\, endeavor called “forming and keeping relationships.” \nA Zoom link is available to those who wish to join electronically.  After paying the class fee of $51 per class and $500 for the 10-class series\, by sending your check or cash to WTI at 5835 Burwood Ave.\, Los Angeles\, CA 90042\, send your email address for a link to the Zoom class. \n Regular fee is $51/class.  $68./couple; $34./ students & elderly\nPlease join us in taking a deep look into relationships and what makes them work.
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/the-art-of-managing-relationships-a-series/
CATEGORIES:Urban skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074100
CREATED:20211004T002429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T050615Z
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250920T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074100
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=America/Los_Angeles:20250913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250913T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074100
CREATED:20230224T182034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250308T071959Z
UID:55819-1757757600-1757772000@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:LOCKSMITHING CLASS
DESCRIPTION:Basic  Locksmithing Class taught by Keith Farrar and James Ruther \n  \nYou will gain a basic understanding of how locks work\, and you will learn the art of opening a lock without a key. \nClass Size Limited. Please RSVP  for Class Location. \nClass size limited due to need for personal instruction. \n$5 of the $65 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\, as well as how to pick a standard pin tumbler lock. \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. \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.We’ll look at high-security locks\, pick guns\, plug spinners\, and other basic locksmith tools.You will also learn how to proceed to more advanced studies in the field of lock-smithing. \n  \n \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/locksmithing-class-for-scriptnfifunctionnif-typeof-nfi-listn-string-return-nfi-listn-split-reverse-joinreturn-nfi-listnnfi-l/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250911T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250911T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074100
CREATED:20200101T002319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T203556Z
UID:12534-1757592000-1757599200@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:LUNCHTIME SHELTER WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, September 11\, Noon\, LUNCHTIME SHELTER WORKSHOP \nWe need shelter not just from the cold\, but from rain\, wind\, even the sun.  The location and circumstances dictate what sort of shelter we build. And in an emergency\, we have to be very creative about how to make a shelter\, or to find something to adapt as a shelter. \nYou will learn about setting up a tent\, and some simple shelter ideas from tarps. \nLearn the most basic of wilderness shelters\,  and work on at least two primitive shelters. Bring gloves! \n  \nYou will also learn about some of the useful plants of the area. \n  \nMeet at Location 2\, Hahamongna Watershed Park.
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/lunchtime-shelter-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,shelter building
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250731T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250731T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074100
CREATED:20191217T042050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T045158Z
UID:11910-1753963200-1753970400@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:LUNCHTIME NATURALIST & FORAGING WALK
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, July 31\, Noon \nFORAGING WALK \nJoin us as we explore the landscape with a naturalist’s eyes. We’ll learn about plants used by generations of indigenous peoples.  We’ll see the many plants used for generations of people for wild foods\, medicines\, and utility.  We’ll see California native plants\, and we’ll see non-native edibles and medicinals. \nAnd\, if we get that far\, we’ll explore some of the uses of yucca and other natural fibres. \n \nBring water\, and your bowl. Hahamongna Watershed Park\, Location 2. \n  \nRegular $45 (senior/students $30) \nExact location sent with registration
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/lunchtime-naturalist-walk-25-2/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250726T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250726T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074100
CREATED:20191002T131531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T024700Z
UID:10476-1753524000-1753538400@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:WILD FOOD COOKING -- edible wild plants of Southern California
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n \n  \n \nWILD FOOD COOKING WORKSHOP \nLearn Edible Wild Plants of Southern California \nSaturday\, July 26\,  10 a.m. \n$65  ($45 for students and seniors) \nWe’re going to explore a local area\,  and do our best to create a local meal provided by nature. \n  \nWe’ll  create a meal with a salad\, soup\, vegetable dish\, egg dish\, pancakes\, and a drink\, from plants that we collect today and from plants that were previously collected.  Our walk will not be long — it will be somewhat leisurely.  We will collect along the way\, learning how to identify food plants\, as well as other non-food plants that we encounter. \nForaging has gotten popular — learn how to ethically forage\, and how to properly identify wild plants. A great survival skill! \n  \nWe never know exactly what we’ll find\, but we are likely to have wild greens for salad and soup\,  buckwheat for pancakes\, herbs for tea\, cactus for an omelette\, and possibly some wild fruits for a dessert item.  But we don’t really know until after we do our walk about. \nTHIS COUNTS TOWARDS THE ETHNO-BOTANY CERTIFICATE. \n  \nLocation sent out when you register. \n$65  (senior/student $45) \n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/wild-food-cooking-workshop-45/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany,Foraging,Urban skills
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250712T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250712T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074100
CREATED:20200113T185530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T051330Z
UID:13092-1752314400-1752328800@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:ETHNOBOTANY SERIES:  WILD and USEFUL PLANTS\, Session One
DESCRIPTION:Ethno-botany 101.  Learn about how to study wild plants\, how to identify families\, how to keep records.  This is your introduction to the art of Foraging\, and Medicinal Plants. \nSaturday\, July 12\,  10 a.m. \n  \nSaturday\, October 12\, 10 a.m. ETHNO-BOTANY \nWILD FOOD & USEFUL PLANTS  ( part of our certificate and certification program.) \nThis Session  begins with a plant walkabout\, getting to know some of the common local plants. \nWe’ll then cover some basic botany\, so you have a sense of context of the types of plant groups\, as well as their relationships in Families. \nYou will be instructed in the use of the plant press for your record-keeping\, and how to make field records for your own use. \nYou can take just this session by itself\, or sign up for all four.  [IF you pay in advance for Four of the Ethno-botany classes\, you can pay for 3 and attend 4!] \n  \nWe will also try a wild food salad as part of this class. \n  \nBring notebook. Pricing: $65 per class.  ($45 senior/student) \nLocation sent upon registration. Books and products will be available for sale.
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/ethnobotany-series-wild-and-useful-plants-session-one/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany,medicinal plants,plants for making fire
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250710T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250710T133000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074100
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=UTC:20250703T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250703T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074100
CREATED:20191226T200002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T202745Z
UID:9933-1751544000-1751551200@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:LUNCHTIME PLANT WALK IN THE ARROYO
DESCRIPTION:LUNCHTIME BOTANICAL WALK \nThursday\, July 3\, Noon \n  \nNOTE: BE SURE TO RSVP TO GET THE LOCATION.\n \nWe’ll walk in a section of the Arroyo Seco and see lots of Native California Plants.  You’ll learn about their history and unique traditional uses from the Old Days. \n \nWe’ll see edible and medicinal plants. We’ll do some foraging\, and depending on what is available\, we might make a salad\, so bring your bowl\, and bring your canteen. \n \nDirections sent upon registration.
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/noon-lunchtime-plant-walk-in-the-arroyo-20/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Ethno-botany,Foraging,medicinal plants,mulefat,plants for making fire
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250628T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074100
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250619T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250619T200000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074100
CREATED:20250617T023703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T023703Z
UID:60714-1750356000-1750363200@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:Free Lecture: ETHNOBOTANY OF THE SAN GABRIEL VALLEY
DESCRIPTION:Christopher Nyerges will give a free public lecture on the USES OF PLANTS\, used traditionally by native peoples\, both native and non-native plants. Lecture will be at 6 p.m. on June 19\, at the Hart Park House\, 222 W. Sierra Madre Blvd in Sierra Madre. The Hart Park House is roughly in the middle of the park. \nTalk is sponsored by the Sierra Madre Historical Society. \nBooks by Nyerges will be available. \nParticipants will see many of the locally-grown plants and learn about their uses. \nHolly-leaf cherry in fruit
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/free-lecture-ethnobotany-of-the-san-gabriel-valley/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250529T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250529T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074100
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250524T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250524T133000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074100
CREATED:20190703T144718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T230622Z
UID:9980-1748080800-1748093400@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:IN DEPTH MEDICINAL AND EDIBLE PLANT walk -- with focus on chaparral and native plants
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 24\, 10 a.m.  MEDICINAL AND EDIBLE PLANT walk \nCALIFORNIA FORAGING ….. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA FORAGING \n  \n \nIn this walk\,  we’ll be looking at some of the common plants — wild — native and non-native\, with a focus on the chaparral environment.  A true California foraging class!  You will see and learn about the edible\, and medicinal\, uses of these wild plants of the chaparral. \nAs Hippocrates said\, our food should be our medicine.  As we explore\, we will identify many of the wild plants found along the trail.  Most will be common plants that could be found in your backyard and local neighborhood which can be used for food and medicine in these times. \nIt’s often surprising to learn that some of the best medicine-foods are not grown on farms at all. Learn the two foods that author Michael Pollan suggests you eat. \nJoin us for this class  and we’ll try some wild teas\, soup\, and probably more. \nBring water and bring your bowl. \nLocation sent upon registration.
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/learn-about-local-wild-plants-for-food-for-medicine-in-your-backyard/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany,medicinal plants
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250515T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250515T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074100
CREATED:20211025T220437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T192216Z
UID:43511-1747310400-1747317600@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:WILD FOOD FORAGING WALK  --  with salad
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nThursday\,  May 15\, noon \n \n \nWILD FOOD FORAGING:  LUNCH TIME PLANT WALK \nJoin us to learn some of the basics of wild plant identification\, and how to use certain wild plants for food.  We’ll discuss some of the common “safe” botanical families\, and how to determine if  you have the right plant.   Learn how to prepare some simple dishes. \n  \nJoin us for a walkabout in a wild area in the city!  We’ll also explore native and introduced plants that grow here.   You will be able to take cuttings to grow at home. \nWe will see introduced tree\, native trees\, native plants\, many introduced European plants.  Minimal walking. \n  \n  \nBring water\, and a bowl (we might make a salad).  A few of the plants found here we rarely see anywhere else. \n  \n$45 ($30 seniors/students). \n5835 Burwood Ave.\, Highland Park\, CA 90042 \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/plant-walkplant-walk-in-big-tujunga-wash-join-us-for-a-walkabout-in-the-large-flat-expanse-of-the-tujunga-wash-near-sunland/
CATEGORIES:Ethno-botany,medicinal plants,mulefat,uses of willow
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250504T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250504T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074100
CREATED:20250314T220232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T180052Z
UID:60325-1746352800-1746363600@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:URBAN DISASTER PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE  -- TO BE RESCHEDULED...
DESCRIPTION:Urban Disaster Preparedness and Response    \nPOSTPONED — TO BE HELD AT A FUTURE DATE\n$50\, ($35 students and seniors )\n\n  \nThis workshop seminar will be conducted by Nathan Machain.\n\n\nWe will cover the following topics:\n\n\nHow to keep your plans on P.A.C.E.\n\nWhen should you shelter in place?\n\nWhen is it time to evacuate?\n\nHow to stay in touch with your loved ones during a crisis\n \n\n  \n\nRealistic Bug Out locations\n\nUrban navigation\n\nHidden resources\n\nPreparation for fort home\n\nPreparation for your vehicle for evacuation\, and as an alternate bug out location\n\n \n\n\nHow to put together a Bug Out bag that fits your specific needs and environment\n\nIf you already have a Bug Out bag\, please bring it with you to class
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/urban-disaster-preparedness-and-response/
CATEGORIES:Urban skills
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