Cordage, Fiber and Traditional Containers

The fabric of Nature is bound together with fibers of all types.  The very skin of the earth is a matrix of vegetation, animals, even the rocks and the soil are part of the complex series of interconnected fibers, holding things together.

In this workshop participants will learn various methods of harvesting, preserving and preparing different types of natural fiber not only to wrap together and make cordage (rope), lashings, bow strings and thongs etc. but then also how to use that cordage to construct a variety of traditional containers, like collecting baskets or how to weave clothes.

All of the materials and tools will be provided.

When: Friday October 22nd (6pm)  to Sunday the 24th, 2010

Where: Sticks and Stones Workshop – Honeywood

Price: $250 (includes HST)

Includes: Instruction, workshop materials, wholesome healthy dinners and snacks, good drinking water and a place to set up your tent.

Additional notes:

• Bring your own Breakfast, Lunch and Snacks. Full Kitchen facilities available: fridge/stove wares – Bring your own dishes: fork, spoon, knife, bowl, plate, cup/mug.
• NON-REFUNDEBLE deposit required with application two months prior to start date (1/2 of course cost).
• 10 students maximum, apply soon to reserve your space.

For registration click here

For further details or questions we can be reached via email at:

info@wildernessschool.ca or by phone at: 519-216-6842

Also see Traditional Bows,