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CANCELLED – Ikebana Workshop

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States

Have you ever wanted learn the ancient art of Ikebana Japanese flower arrangement? Join Dolly Smith, member of Ikebana International Organization of Traverse City, for a two-hour hands-on workshop to learn this traditional craft. Dolly will demonstrate and assist you in making a beautiful seasonal Ikebana arrangement. In Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging, […]

$75.00
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Black Ash Basket Making Workshop (2 Full Days-Sept 28 & 29)

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States

Join us Thursday and Friday, September 28 & 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for a hands-on Black Ash Basket Making Workshop! Discover the art of weaving beautiful baskets using traditional techniques. Your instructors Josh and Sarah Homminga, owners of From Log to Basket. During this 2-day workshop, you will learn the intricate process of […]

$175.00

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Introduction to Permaculture

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States

Introduction to Permaculture This event will provide you with a unique opportunity to learn about permaculture principles and practices. Permaculture is all about designing and creating sustainable systems that work harmoniously with nature. During this half-day, highly informative workshop Eran Rhodzell of Sacred Earth Initiative will guide you through the basics of permaculture, including organic […]

$15.00
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Weave a Barrel-style Bird Feeder

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States

Come join us for an afternoon of creativity, relaxation, and connecting with nature while you wave your very own barrel-style bird feeder! This hands-on event is perfect for bird enthusiasts. Learn the art of weaving while creating a beautiful and functional bird feeder to attract feathered friends to your backyard. Cheryl Gordon will guide you […]

$50.00

CANCELLED – Let’s Have a Bat Chat – Family Nature Exploration

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States

Let's Have a Bat Chat - Family Nature Exploration Join us for an exciting and educational adventure during our Family Nature Exploration event - "Let's Have a Bat Chat". Get ready to delve into the fascinating world of bats and discover their incredible abilities. Come explore the hidden lives of bats through an engaging presentation […]

$5.00

CANCELLED – Leaf Printing

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States

Come join us for Leaf Printing on Saturday, October 21 from 1-3 PM. You will add dimension using color, texture, and space on a 10-inch circle. Leaves and other materials will be provided, but if you have a favorite leaf, bring it! Come enjoy the process and the company as vou create your own leaf […]

$40.00

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The Schooner Huron Jewel – Dream Inspiration Tour

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States

LECTURE SERIES Travel with Captain Hugh and Julie Covert as they recall the highlights of their voyage through the Great Lakes to the Eastern Seaboard, south to Florida and the Bahamas, and back. This summer they completed their 9700+ nautical mile journey aboard the Schooner Huron Jewel, a 78 foot, two-masted gaff rigged schooner that was […]

Free
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Foraging for Wild Herbs

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States

Foraging for Wild Herbs Join us for an exciting adventure of exploring the bountiful world of wild herbs! This event is perfect for nature enthusiasts and those interested in discovering the hidden treasures of the wilderness. During this event we'll learn how to identify various wild herbs, their medicinal properties, and their culinary uses. Throughout […]

$20.00
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Living Off the Land in Alaska with Pete Griffin

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States

Pete Griffin is the author of Stories of a Forest Ranger and Rafts, Raccoons, and Revelations. Signed copies of these books will be available at the presentation. Alaskans living off the land is a romantic notion that is much more difficult than what one is led to believe. Pete Griffin, speaker, storyteller, naturalist, and retired […]

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Stovetop Natural Dyes

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States

In this class, we will explore how to use natural dye at home using kitchen waste or dyestuff foraged from the environment.  Participants will learn about the mordanting process and how to get the best color from natural dyes.  We will also utilize Shibori techniques to create surface design before dyeing.  Students will leave with […]

$60.00

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Winter Forest Bathing Experience

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States

RESCHEDULED DATE Whether you're looking for a way to beat the winter blues, keep your new year's resolution to improve your health, or simply looking for opportunities to meet new people you will enjoy winter forest bathing. Come experience the transformative energy and beauty of winter with the practice of forest bathing. Different then other […]

$20.00
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Nature Soup – An all sensory nature experience for children

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States

Nature Soup is a captivating and immersive nature experience designed specifically for children 1st - 5th grade. This 2-hour experience will be held on Saturday, January 27 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. at Hessel School House. This event combines hands-on activities and sensory exploration to ignite student's curiosity about the natural world. Starting with the creation of […]

$15.00

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