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This is a two date event: Sun., Oct. 19 & Sun., Nov. 2

Class Experience

"From earth, we shape. From fire, we awaken."

Long before metal and modern cookware, clay was the pinnacle of human innovation—the first technology that allowed us to store, cook, and purify with fire. In this immersive hands-on journey, you’ll walk in the footsteps of ancient artisans, mastering the sacred transformation of wild earth into enduring vessels.

By the end of this class, you’ll carry home 3-4 fired clay vessels—each a functional work of art, ready to hold water, simmer stews, or gather wild edibles on your next wilderness adventure. You’ll also take with you extra clay, the skills to create more, and the spark to inspire your community with this timeless craft.

Class Requirements

• All tools, materials, and guidance provided—just bring your curiosity and readiness to create

What you'll learn

• The Hunt for Clay – How to locate, harvest, and process wild clay from the land

• The Alchemy of Mud – Filtering impurities and blending natural tempers for strength

• Hands in the Earth – Primitive hand-building techniques: pinch pots and coiled forms

• Tools of the Ancients – Crafting with bone, wood, and stone to shape your vision

• The Art of Burnishing – Polishing clay to a luminous sheen with smooth river stones

• The Dance of Fire – Pit-firing your creations, where flame and smoke bestow strength

Sample Class Format

• Oct 19 (8am - 6pm)

• How to wildcraft your own clay

• Building clay pots by hand

• Nov 2 (8am - 6pm)

• Fire pots in an open pit