Bushcraft Basics: Survival Fishing Reel with Northwest Natura

The skills we will cover in this outdoor workshop include:
-An Introduction to Bushcraft in the Pacific Northwest
-Survival priorities
-Plant ID basics for harvesting wood for hand reels and rods
-Several carving techniques
-Craft your own survival fishing reel AKA Hobo Reel from start to finish
-Including hollow compartment in your reel to hold weights
-Learn knots to secure your monofilament line and braided bank line (handle) on the reel
-ractice casting (without bait and hook unless you are licensed to fish at the Nooksack River)

We will practice all of these skills together in this full-day course.

Northwest Natura is providing materials including:
Morakniv 511 and Companion knives for day-use
Raw materials for your kit
Black bank line
12lb monofilament fishing line
Sinkers and hooks
Saws and axes for day-use (limited supply)

*This class is designed for adults (16+) who are interested in learning new skills and practicing self-reliance outdoors while having fun!

Space is limited. Please register via the event website.