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Mushroom Identification Walk
Mushroom Identification Walk
Come join the fun as we meet at 10:30 to discuss common beginner edible mushrooms in Georgia and then walk the beautiful acreage at Foxfire Museum to search for wild mushrooms. We will discuss and identify any edible mushrooms we find and enjoy a great day in the beautiful outdoors. This walk will be appropriate […]
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Basic Basketweaving
Basic Basketweaving
BASKET CLASS “Learn the basics of weaving baskets as we create a small basket in this beginning class. We’ll plan to complete one small basket. *Some hand strength is required for this class. We will be learning a new finishing technique for the rim of the basket. * Bring wooden clothespins if you have them, […]
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Basic Blacksmithing Class
Basic Blacksmithing Class
Using a coal forge, you will learn hammering techniques essential to blacksmithing. This is a hands-on class. Bring along your lunch and please wear long pants and closed toe shoes. Classes from 9am-1pm. Minimum of 1 and maximum of 2 participants https://www.foxfire.org/shop/basic-blacksmithing-class/
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Atlatl and Darts Workshop
Atlatl and Darts Workshop
The Atlatl and Darts workshop is broken into a morning and afternoon session, six hours of instruction total. First, students will be given a short piece of river cane and shown how to create a hook or loop in one end that can be used to launch their darts. Next, students will create darts from […]
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Woodworking with Ben Banick
Woodworking with Ben Banick
In this class we will start with a fresh, native hardwood, and turn it into a beautiful and functional utensil. Let your creativity guide you while also learning safe and effective techniques for whittling spoons, spatulas, spreaders, and ladles. Different types of wood we use could include black walnut, black cherry, sweet birch, red maple, […]
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Beginning Sewing: Sit & Sew
Beginning Sewing: Sit & Sew
BASIC SEWING #2 “Scrappy Sewing” Sit and sew with us! We’ll use simple hand sewing techniques to make small traditional quilt blocks and create mug mats or bookmarks from cotton fabric scraps. We’ll build on skills from class #1, and discuss simple clothing repair if time permits. Bring scissors, your lunch, and come join the […]