A lot of NW Winter Steelhead fishing is about racing around in power boats on crowded rivers. In this class get back to the basics of the sport! Learn how to set up tackle to fish three effective methods for the shore bound angler ‿ drift fishing, float fishing, and spoon fishing...
Learn the basics of pruning so you can do it the right way! The instructor (an experienced Arborist and Horticulturist) will explain the reasons to prune, how pruning affects plant growth, and the influence it has on flowering and fruiting.
Learn about 20 of the top Fly fishing destinations in the Western U.S. and B.C. We will discuss both “DIY” and fully guided options. Learn how to prepare an incredible itinerary and experience some of the west’s best fly fishing.
The Last Frontier is considered one of the greatest fishing destinations on the planet. Come and learn how to plan, organize, and implement a world class fishing adventure without taking out a second mortgage or breaking the bank.
The Yakima River is a heavily guided watershed but in the know DIY anglers can have good success once you unlock its secrets. In this classroom session we will discuss this complex waterway and its seasonal river conditions, insect hatches, fly patterns and strategies for success. Class will in...
Learn to eliminate the stress, worry, and hassle that comes with the month of December, early. Learn creative ways to complete tasks in advance so that by the time December arrives, you are prepared and will have extra time to enjoy attending concerts or other festive events around this special time...
We've all heard the warnings about how we should prepare both our homes and family for a natural disaster but who has time to do all that research? And isn't it expensive to do? This class was co-developed with an instructor who experienced the Mt. St. Helens eruption firsthand and a retired...
Learn how to make delectable smoked fish! We'll focus on Pacific NW favorites like salmon, steelhead and trout. You'll be a hit at all your parties and events with your own custom-made smoked appetizers. Class will include step-by-step instruction, demonstration, recipes and sample tasting. ...
Come and learn about this unique regional fishery and the local opportunities. Coastal Cutthroat are available in Puget Sound year round and provide an exciting river fishery in the fall. Class will include a resource guide with information about where to fish, hot fly patterns and strategies for su...
Reap a bountiful harvest of your own fruit! Learn the basics of fruit culture in the Pacific Northwest climate. Avoid the common frustration and disappointment of poor quality crops and unhealthy plants.
Interested in homeschooling but don't know where to start? This course will provide you with important information and potentially money-saving resources to effectively teach your child. You'll learn to work with your child's uniqueness and learning style to develop lifelong skills and a...
In this classroom session, you will learn about how to get started in this incredible lifetime sport that is family friendly and affordable. We will discuss the essential equipment, how to dress, where to go for day trips, overnighters, and extended getaways. You will also learn how to get snow condition and grooming reports for Washington XC ski areas.
Snowshoeing is one of the fastest growing winter sports in America. The learning curve is short and the sport can enjoyed for a lifetime. In the classroom session we will discuss equipment, accessories, safety and how to dress for success, and where to go both locally and regionally.
Learn how to maintain a sourdough starter, bake sourdough bread from a starter, and make use of discard! During this 3-hour course, participants will perform the steps of a bulk fermentation, resulting in one loaf which participants can take home to bake at the end of the course. Students will need ...