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SUMMARY:WATERSHED EXPLORATION
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, October 3\, 10 a.m. \n  \nWe will explore a location in  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. \nLocation sent with registration — probably Switzers \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/switzers-exploration/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Foraging,medicinal plants,mulefat,plants for making fire
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SUMMARY:MIDDAY FIBRE AND YUCCA WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October  8\, Noon. \nmidday FIBRE AND YUCCA WORKSHOP IN THE ARROYO \nThis is one of our Ethnobotany class series.  \nWe’ll be in a section of the Arroyo Seco and learn about some the history and unique plant-life of the area. \nWe’ll see edible and medicinal plants on our short walk\, and will learn some basics about making cordage\, nets\, and bags. \nYou will practice hands-on making cordage\, nets\, bags\, brushes\, etc.    A very good introduction to this ancient art. \n  \n \nBring your  canteen. \nLocation — you’ll get details upon registration. \n$45 ($30 senior and students). \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/lunchtime-fibre-and-yucca-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Ethno-botany
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261009T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261009T210000
DTSTAMP:20261113T013111
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SUMMARY:SURVIVAL SKILLS\, URBAN FOCUS\,  one night\, on campus
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, October 9\, 7 to 9 p.m.\, SURVIVAL SKILLS class\, URBAN Focus \nPasadena City College Extension. Call (626) 585-7608 for information and registration. Cost to college is $49. \nClass topics include uses of wild plants for food and medicine\, storing food and water\, sources of water you hadn’t thought about\, finding and purifying water\, what to do when the power goes out\, alternatives to the flush toilet\, emergency shelters\, tools\, first aid\, contents of a “survival pack\,” and more. \n  \nThere’s really SO MUCH that could be covered so bring your notebook and bring your questions! \n  \n  \nWe cover all the basics\, and answer the many questions you may have. \n  \nTaught by Christopher Nyerges. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/survival-skills-urban-focus-5-weeks/
CATEGORIES:Survival Skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261010T133000
DTSTAMP:20261113T013111
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SUMMARY:WILD PLANT OUTING\, with focus on Medicinal Plants
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, October 10\, 10 a.m. \nWILD PLANT OUTING \nWe’ll learn about Medicine plants \nand Edible plants \n  \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 Medicine\, teas\, salads\, and soups. \n  \nA casual walk\, exploring the local area\, where you will get a chance to see the wild herbs and learn of their uses. We will emphasize the medicine\, though we will also look for wild edibles. \n  \nBack to the tables\, we will prepare something to eat\, so bring your bowl. \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,Ethno-botany,Foraging,medicinal plants
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261017T140000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T140000
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SUMMARY:MIDDAY FIRE WORKSHOP  -- hands-on
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 22\, Noon. \nLUNCHTIME FIRE WORKSHOP \n  \n \nSURVIVAL\, BUSHCRAFT\, SELF-RELIANCE! \nPrimitive skills are very popular\, and the ability to make fire without matches is at the top of the list. \nWe will practice a few of the primitive methods of fire-starting methods\, and you will learn some of the secrets that come from years of experience. \nYou will get to practice the bow drill\, the hand drill\, flint and steel\, and more. \n  \nWe will also go for a short walk (if time) so you can see the types of woods that are best for making fire\, and the tinders that are best for getting your fire to light. \nAnd enjoyable gathering.  Bring a bowl and water. \nAnd yes\, you will learn about a few wild plants at this class as well. \n  \nLocation sent when you register — most likely Hahamongna. \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/lunchtime-plant-id-walk-with-soup-and-fire-making/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Ethno-botany,plants for making fire,Survival Skills
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261023T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261023T210000
DTSTAMP:20261113T013111
CREATED:20190703T133336Z
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UID:9928-1792782000-1792789200@www.schoolofself-reliance.com
SUMMARY:WILDERNESS SURVIVAL SKILLS Class\, One night summary\, on-campus
DESCRIPTION:SURVIVAL SKILLS\,  Friday\, October 23\, 7 p.m. \nSponsored by Pasadena City College.  Call (626) 585-7608 for information and registration. Cost is $49.  The class topics include uses of wild plants for food and medicine\, purifying and finding water\, making fire with primitive and modern methods\, natural navigation\,  finding fibre from natural sources and making cordage\, emergency shelters\,  tools and weapons\, and more. The conversation and questions from students makes this lively and engaging. \nChristopher:  “Let’s get real!  Two hours is barely an introduction\, but you will see a lot and get a good well-rounded introduction.  See you there.” \nTaught by Christopher Nyerges.  
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/wilderness-survival-skills-class-five-weeks-60/
CATEGORIES:Survival Skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261024T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261024T160000
DTSTAMP:20261113T013111
CREATED:20191002T130512Z
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SUMMARY:OJAI FALL HARVEST WORKSHOP  -- CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, October 24\,9am \n  \n\n\n\nJoin me and my special guest — renowned author-forager-survivalist-educator Christopher Nyerges — on Saturday\, October 24\, at Wheeler Gorge Visitor Center in Ojai for an all-outdoors Fall Harvest Workshop. This workshop is based on our many years of foraging and teaching and Christopher’s many books\, including Foraging California and How to Survive Anywhere. \nEnrollment includes: \n\nPlant Identification: Learn to identify edible\, medicinal\, and useful plants.\nAcorn & Black Walnut Processing: Practice all aspects of processing and preparing local wild foods.\nPrimitive Firemaking: Watch a live bow drill firemaking demonstration by Christopher.\nWild Food Tasting: Enjoy acorn pancakes cooked over an open campfire.\nMuseum Access: Tour the mini-museum inside the Visitor Center.\n\nThe day will begin with a carpool-caravan into the mountains\, followed by a morning plant identification walk among the native plants on the beautiful Wheeler Gorge Nature Trail. The trail follows the North Fork of Matilija Creek in the Los Padres National Forest. The afternoon workshop will take place in the picnic area at the Visitor Center. Everyone will have a chance to participate in all activities. \nBefore we leave our carpool-caravan location in town with cellphone service\, Christopher and I will have our mobile bookstores on display\, including copies of my book\, Medicinal Herbs of California\, and several of Christopher’s many books\, available for sale and signing. \nThis event in the Los Padres National Forest is presented by Herb Walks with Lanny Kaufer under a Special Use Permit from the U. S. Forest Service for wilderness outfitters and guides. Herb Walks with Lanny Kaufer is an equal opportunity service provider. \n\n\nAfter the workshop\, Christopher and I will have our mobile bookstores on display\, including copies of my book\, Medicinal Herbs of California\, and several of Christopher’s many books\, available for sale and signing. \n  \n  \nChristopher Nyerges is an author\, forager\, survivalist and ethnobotanist with a lifelong interest in how native peoples lived off the land. He has been teaching classes and leading field trips since 1974 to over 40\,000 students. Nyerges has authored nearly two dozen books\, including Foraging California\, How to Survive Anywhere\, Guide to Wild Foods\,  Nuts and Berries of California\,  Extreme Simplicity\, and many others. Chicago Review Press\, the publishers of the late Larry Dean Olsen’sOutdoor Survival Skills\, asked Christopher to lightly edit the 7th edition of that classic book and add color photos and a new foreword. \nChristopher was the editor of American Survival Guide magazine and served as editor of Wilderness Way magazine for 7 years. He has written several thousand newspaper and magazine articles in such publications as the Los Angeles Times\, Pasadena Star News\, Pasadena Weekly\, Whole Life Times\, Countryside\, Mother Earth News\, Acres USA\, American Survival Guide\, and others. \nHe has appeared on the late Huell Howser’s public television series on California\, KCET’s “Life and Times\,” and National Geographic’s “Doomsday Preppers.” For two years\, he appeared on Fox TV’s “X Show\,” where he demonstrated survival skills on the streets of Los Angeles. He currently serves as a consultant to the “Naked and Afraid” show on Discovery.  Christopher Nyerges’ web site is SchoolofSelf-Reliance.com. \nREGISTRATION INFO: \nhttps://herbwalks.com/event/fall-harvest-workshop-with-christopher-nyerges/ \n  \nPaid registrants will receive a confirmation email with all necessary info\, including weather forecast and parking directions\, a few days prior to the workshop.  They also will receive a follow-up email afterwards with a list of all plants identified and used\, recipes\, and more. \nThe cost for the workshop\, including all materials\, is $85 for adults and $45 for children under 18 (one per adult). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n \n  \n  \n \n  \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/foraging-and-fire-making-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Bushcraft,Ethno-botany,medicinal plants,plants for making fire,Survival Skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261024T140000
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CREATED:20210822T221727Z
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SUMMARY:FORAGING FOR WILD FOODS\, and medicines --- a walkabout and cookout!
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, October 24\, 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 and medicines.  We will learn about the wild foods\, wild medicines\, and some uses of the yucca plant. \nDuring our walk\, we’ll learn about the unique native and non-native local  plants\, and the uses of the many plants we’ll see.  We’ll see whatever is available at this time of the year.  It has been dry\, but the rain will help freshen things up. \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. \nWe will also cook some wild greens\, depending on what is available\, so bring your bowl. \nCarry water\, and dress comfortably. \nThis walk can be applied towards the Ethnobotany certificate. \nHelen Sweany with home-made horehound drops\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:20261031T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261031T140000
DTSTAMP:20261113T013111
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260628T234132Z
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SUMMARY:PRIMITIVE & MODERN TECHNOLOGY: FIRE WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:PRIMITIVE & MODERN TECHNOLOGY: FIRE WORKSHOP \nWE’LL BE COOKING TOO! \nOctober 31\, 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:20261031T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261031T180000
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SUMMARY:Explore the meaning of Halloween
DESCRIPTION:HALLOWEEN DAY\, 3 TO 6 p.m. \nAre you tired of costume parties and candies and trying to get frightened? \npumpkin in the field\nThe non profit WTI explores the meaning of holidays for the rational person. \nOn Halloween day from 3:00 to 6:00\, they are having an event where you will learn about this day. There will be snacks\, and a movie\, indoors.  Location is the one acre natural preserve in Highland Park on Burwood Avenue. \n  \nPlease join if you ‘re so inclined.   Our gathering will be done before dark. \nCall Julie at 323 255-4028 for details and direction.  $17 donation
URL:https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/explore-the-meaning-of-halloween/
CATEGORIES:Urban skills
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