In this introductory carving class, led by Ryan Johnson, learn to make beautiful handmade wooden spoons from wood using a knife, axe, saw, and gouge. We’ll discuss which tree species are recommended and why, where to find them, and how to harvest them sustainably. We will then section logs into billets so we can beginContinue reading Handmade Spoon Carving 1/30/22
A Sharp knife in the kitchen, or a sharp tool in the garden is a pleasure to use, but much safer, too! Unfortunately, creating that perfect edge can be very difficult, especially when there is so much information out there about sharpening! In this workshop, join Woodworker and Survival Skills Instructor Ryan Johnson for aContinue reading Knife and Tool Sharpening Workshop 1/20/22
Bring your mending and hand sewing supplies. We will learn from each other and share embroidery and embellishment skills as we restore, repair and renew our jeans, socks sweaters, shirts and more. At this first meeting we can decide on best times to meet for future mending sessions (and for how long). This class hasContinue reading Group Mending Circle Saturday 12/4/21
A Sharp knife in the kitchen, or a sharp tool in the garden is a pleasure to use, but much safer, too! Unfortunately, creating that perfect edge can be very difficult, especially when there is so much information out there about sharpening! In this workshop, join Woodworker and Survival Skills Instructor Ryan Johnson for aContinue reading Tool Sharpening by Hand 11/18/21
Join us in the garden as we wrap up the season with cover crop planting, bunny proofing the fence, and of course, weeding! We will feed you when the work is done at 1 p.m.
Michael Persimmon, a former monk, brings a refreshing change to the way meditation is taught and practiced. Come and find out why meditation is a key ingredient for success. This skill-for-life goes beyond the breath, mantras, sitting in postures, gurus, or visualizations. Learn how to quiet your brain and dissolve anxiety, end depression, feel calm,Continue reading Meditation for Non-meditators Nov. 7-Dec 5
Do you feel like you have too many thoughts? Want to learn how to side-step them and touch a deep place within? Learn to meditate! Michael Persimmon, a former monk, is holding a meditation mini-class. This ‘taster’ session is a sample of what he teaches in his full, four-day course. — About — November 1,Continue reading Clean Up Your Head Space – Meditation Mini-Class 11/1
We’d love you to join us each and every 2nd Saturday of the month to tackle large projects, maintenance tasks and plantings, building our little community of gardeners and growing new friendships too! We’ll be Covid safe, outdoors with plenty of space to spread out. You bring your mask and any personal tools if youContinue reading Saturday Garden Volunteer Day
In this introductory carving class, led by Ryan Johnson, learn to make beautiful handmade wooden spoons from wood using a knife, axe, saw, and gouge. We’ll discuss which tree species we recommend using and why, where to find them, and how to harvest them sustainably. Then, we will section the logs into billets so weContinue reading Handmade Spoon Carving 10/9/21
We’re getting back into the garden and kicking off a year filled with new classes and learning opportunities at the Chuckanut Center! Join us this and every Thursday to tackle projects small and large while soaking in the sun (‘cuz we’re going to cancel if it’s raining!) Small parking lot fills quickly, please park inContinue reading Thursday Plant Posse
