Maximum 6 participants
Instructor:
Lori McCarthy, a passionate cultural ambassador and is dedicated to understanding and preserving the cultural heritage of Newfoundland and Labrador. Inspired by the listing of "Our Crafts at Risk" by Heritage Newfoundland and Labrador in 2022 she has embarked on a journey to learn, revive and share these invaluable skills to keep them thriving into a new a new generation.
Location:
Food Culture Place, Mobile, NL
Please use the directions below and Google Map.
Directions:
Drive South along route 10, pass Bay Bulls, pass Witless Bay then your next community is Mobile.
Pass the Mobile High School on the right
Drive up the hill.
Pass the Convenience store on the left ( The Hutch)
Your next left side road, just past the store, is Cod Seine Cove Road
( you will see a BIG sign that says Whale House Guest House)
Turn onto Cod seine Cove Road
16 is on the little wooden garbage box, and the sign on the fence Food Culture Place
It's the 4th house on the Right side
You will see the Chaga Cafe Camper, That's us!
Pull right in the driveway as far as you can to park
This should take you right to us at number 16.
Google Maps Directions:
Accessibility:
Once parked there is a flat 50' walk across the grass where you will clearly see the wooden boardwalk with no steps leading to the yurt. There is 4 steps up onto the deck, with handrails on both sides, into the yurt.
There is a washroom along the boardwalk.
Clothing:
Dress in layers, part of our day will be outside walking the property along the grass walkways harvesting our materials and processing them will also be outside. If the weather does not co-operate, we will be processing our material in the greenhouse. The yurt is insulated and cozy with a woodstove. The temperature usually sits between 12-15 degrees, best to wear a sweater for your comfort.
Tea and Snacks:
Hot beverages and homemade baked goods will be served and available all day. If you have any airborne allergies, please complete this Google Form by Wednesday, October 23rd.
https://forms.gle/U1o5xkNY5uVH5dBFA (please copy link)
You are of course welcome to bring any snacks you would like to.
Weather cancellations:
In the case that the Craft Council needs to close due to weather, the CCNL Gallery will contact workshop participants by email and will do our best to reschedule the workshop to an alternate date.
Safety Waiver:
You can view a copy of our safety waiver here:
https://forms.gle/YZZ2eKS4YMrHnXEb8
We invite you to engage your hands and mind, nestled in our yurt surrounded by the woods, to cultivate a sense of peace and mindfulness.Together, we will craft small baskets using wild-harvested, sustainable practices, connecting to traditions that bridge the past, present, and future. Immersed in nature, you'll breathe a little lighter, find focus in a fast-paced world, and nurture your soul. Each experience, whether weaving or enjoying wild teas, is designed to foster all of your senses, your peace of mind, and a deep connection to the land and ourselves. Participants will gain hands-on experience and a deeper appreciation for these age-old crafts. Everyone will leave with a small birch basket and several cords made from wild harvested fiber.
