Bushcraft is all about turning natural materials into tools that are practical, beautiful, and made in a respectful, sustainable way. Whether you’re into crafting using natural materials or building practical skills for your outdoor adventures, Humber Arboretum’s new Bushcraft Skills Series will introduce you to some of the basic skills to get you started.
Crafting Cordage
Create rope or twine from natural materials that you can use in your next craft project, or even in a survival situation
Thursday, February 26 from 12:30 to 2 p.m.
Event Details
- Who: These workshops are open to anyone aged 16+.
- Where: Inside the Centre for Urban Ecology, at the Humber Arboretum, found at the back of Humber Polytechnic North Campus
- How: Workshops are free and registration is required: https://humber.ca/arboretum/events/bushcraft-burning.html
Upcoming Workshops
Spoon Carving
Learn the basic safety rules and techniques for wood carving by trying your hand at making a simple spoon.
Thursday, March 12 from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Coal Burning
Explore this bushcraft technique for using a glowing ember from a fire to hollow out wood for a spoon or bowl.
Thursday, March 26 from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
