Ancestral Skills: Bone Tool Wildcrafting

WHEN

Saturday January 24th, 2026

12pm to ~4:30pm

WHERE

Northside Northwest Natura Land - Boulder Creekside near Maple Falls, WA

Note: this course will be moved indoors (Bellingham location) in the case of gale force winds or atmospheric rivers in the forecast. Details about an alternative location will be announced only if needed. This class will remain outdoors if there are normal amounts of rain expected.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Join NW Natura around a crackling fire this winter and engage in the ancient technique of turning bones into tools and art.

• Work with various animal bones to make tools like awls, needles, arrowheads, ornaments, or get started making something more ambitious if you’re interested in a long-term project.

• Option to craft multiple pieces to take home with you depending on your own pace.

• Students are welcome to bring their own materials and use materials provided.

• Learn about sustainable practices of harvesting materials from nature with an emphasis on respect and reverence for wild beings and the environment.

• Get hands-on experience with traditional and modern tools used in the crafting process

• Practice safe and efficient knife, saw, and file use

WHAT TO BRING:

1. Dress for the weather (outdoor workshop)

2. Camp chair and a blanket or towel

3. Snacks/lunch and water

4. Your own materials (bones, chainsaw file, knife, etc.) - optional

After signing up:

You will receive a receipt of payment. Registered individuals will receive location details, driving directions, weather forecast details and other info in an event-reminder email 3-4 days prior to the event. Please check your spam folder if you do not receive this email. Reach out if you do not find an email. There have been frequent issues with Gmail not delivering to Hotmail, Live, and MSN email addresses. Email Jazmen with concerns or to get on a waitlist: nwnatura@gmail.com

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