Driftless Folk School Class Catalog - Fall/Winter 2013/2014

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Table of Contents

Writings

Homestead

Craft

Food & Drink

Building & Wood

Alternative Energy

Blacksmithing

Natural World

Unique Offerings

Special Events

Instructors

Sponsors

Gratitude

Particulars

Calendar

Registration

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Writings

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N.F.S. Grundtvig (1783 1872)

The time has come when the spirit of the people shall

reclaim the land. Something new is beginning. Even

the thoughtless can sense it. The question is whether

or not all that which is old can be interwoven with the

new, whether clarity of vision can gather up the will of

the people toward purposes beyond the pursuit of

entertainment and pleasure. What does it mean to

speak of the people, or of the spirit of the people? Do

we discover that meaning simply through form and

feature of species man? Or is the meaning found in

precious observation, in seeking for the genuine,

original uncorrupted who lurk behind every bush or

plow; in simple men, untouched or maligned by

civilizations evil?

In other times there was a people; there was a bond of

spirit uniting the great and the small, the learned and

the unlearned. But today the existence of any common

life is everywhere in doubt. Self-appointed saviors

distract and manipulate the people with pre-occupied

frantic energy, or with promises of an easy peace, and

the true life of loyalty and commitment is sacrificed in

the marketplace.

The people are all those who participate in the

memory and hope which is the people's life, who have

learned to care for that which lives and is

communicated in common language, whose hearts arefilled with love for the fragile bonds of spirit that hold

the people together. All the rest are but paper dragons,

who exclude themselves from the people, exile

themselves from the living lineage of nationality, and

the rights and privileges of their birth.

When the various groups and classes of people attemp

to define themselves apart from a common life and

history, the people are torn apart, the work, sacrifice

and longing of the past is betrayed. And then the

people become uninspired dulled fragments, who will

not easily be brought to life again.

But if the people are nourished by spirit instead of by

words bereft of meaning and empty of real hope, then

they can be confident of a flowering. The memories of

greatness enshrined by the land of Jubilee will come

when all things will stand forth in the pure clarity of

their being, when words will spring up from deep

springs and become living language.

Finally, the spirit of the people is grounded in the

language of the heart, the people's hope is dependent

upon the liberation of love, the generations are bound

together by the song of love, which passes from father

to son and mother to daughter. Where love has its issue

in loyalty to the principles that support the people's

hope, all races and groups will be embraced beyond the

bounds of prejudice and difference. Thus through all

the years and eventualities, the bonds of love make the

people one.

(Translated by Erling Duns and Jan Schuler Nielsen

Option, V. 6, #2-3)

THE BECOMING OF A PEOPLE



Writings

There is a certain feeling one gets from being

amongst others in the setting of a hands-on, interactive

workshop. A full range of emotions are experienced

when you take yourself out of your everyday comfort

zone, and you find yourself in a new setting

surrounded by new faces. Enduring the emotions of

concern, wonder, impatience and challenge, you are

met with genuine excitement, inspiration, and

fulfillment. Being involved in an extended community

of folk schools - John C. Campbell (NC), North House

(MN), and our beloved Driftless Folk School, I have

experienced all of these emotions, and more.

Heres a short story Id like to share of the last visit I

had to John C. Campbell Folk School. My family

was travelling from Wisconsin to North Carolina on

our annual trip to teach and take a class at the school.

We found neighbors to cover chores, wrapped up

everything at home, and were on the road. You have a

lot of time to think when travelling 1000 miles: how

was class going to go, who was I going to meet, would Ibe able to complete the class project? As we got over

the mountains and nearing the school, I turned to my

wife, Summer, and said, Going to the folk school is

like being in a false reality. Thats what came out.

Immediately, it didnt feel right. Why was I having that

feeling? I think it was the jitters of putting myself into

a vulnerable situation. Why a sense of being false?

Probably because being immersed in a class for a week

or a weekend is so amazing, there are times when it

doesnt seem like it could be real! You take yourselfout of the everyday and find yourself in this

incredible island of creativity.

Islands of Creativity

Two days into my class, a very familiar feeling came

to me, and I said to myself, This isnt a false reality at

all its a sacred reality. I looked around the room and

noticed that everyone there seemed to be having that

same experience. Laughter, focus, movement, tools

and conversation filled the room. We were connected

and together. To me, it was sacred, and as I shared this

experience with others that week, each person was in

full agreement! And its not just about our class

projects. We share meals and stories of our families

and at times we share our deep personal concerns and

inspirations. In this setting, I believe we have the

chance to feel whole - with hands, heart, and mind.

Though the time spent in class does come to an

end, it remains real, and lives within us. We take these

experiences home, and they become part of us. Being

in a folk school class offers a sense of empowerment

like few other things. Absorbing new knowledge and

skills, and realizing that folks from all different

backgrounds can come together as one. This brings apeace of mind that revitalizes our soul.

Im so pleased that we have the Driftless Folk School in

our own backyard!

- Robert Schulz, DFS Board Member, Instructor, and Student

"The future will be differentif we make the present different."- Peter Maurin



Homestead

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Eating Year-Round from theGardenInstructors: Larisa Walk & Bob Dahse

Take e ati ng l oca ll y to a wh ole ne w le ve l. Twoseasoned organic gardeners will share their strategiesfor homegrown and home-cooked meals throughoutthe year. Learn how to extend the just-picked, freshharvest, then move beyond that with energy-wise foods to ra ge a nd p re se r va tion . Live fo od s to ra geincludes root cellaring, windowsill gardens, sprouting,and fermentations. And lastly, preserve some of theharvest utilizing time-proven methods in updatedway s that save ener gy. Le ar n abou t buil ding andusing the Walk solar food dryer (designed in 1985and in use world-wide) as well as steamcanning/juicing.

Date: Saturday, September 14th, 2013Time: Full day 9:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m.Course Fee: $40Location: Viroqua, WI

Home Composting BasicsInstructor: Angie Lemar

This class is focused on food diversion. Ways thatyou can keep ho useh ol d food scra ps out of the tr ashand get them back into the earth! We will learnabout the basics of backyard composting as well aslook at vermicomposting and how they differ. Wewill discuss how to compost, mate rials to use, binselection, troubleshooting and ways to use yourcompost. Students will have an opportunity to gedirty and build a pile as well as dig into an activeworm bi n. Th is class is de sign ed for be ginn ercomposters.

Date: Saturday, October 5Time: Half-day 1 - 4:30 pmCourse Fee: $40Location: Viroqua, WI



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Beekeeping 101Instructor: Jordan Bendel

This class is for those new to beekeeping and

hoping to start their own hive in the New Year.Jordan wi ll di sc uss the ba si cs of sust ai na blebeekeeping in a variety of hive types. Students

wi ll receive en ough prep aratio n to keep a hi vet he fo ll ow in g s pr in g. No prot ec ti ve g ea r i snecessary.

Date: Saturday, December 7thTime: Half day 8 am 12 pmCourse Fee: $40Location: Viroqua, WI

Sourcing and Raising Grass FedBeef and Pork on A Small FarmInstructor: Vince Hundt

In recent years many people have become aware of

the superior flavor and health qualities of meats from

animals raised on pasture. At the same time, many

l an dow ne rs in t he c ou nt ry side h av e u nu se d o r

underused acreage available that could be perfect for

grazing cattle or pigs. But there are a lot of details

and decisions that must be made as one makes the

transition from being a landowner to becoming a

grazier. Is my land right for grass fed beef or pork?

What ki nd of anim als and bree ds sh ou ld I look for?

Where can I fi nd small nu mber s of stock and how do

I know if they are healthy? What is a fair price?

What ab out fenc in g, wate r, rota tion planning , and

pasture care? What happens in the winter? In this

afternoon class, Vince Hundt, owner of St. Brigids

Meadow Farm wil l get you started by sharing his

experiences raising pastured dairy, beef, and pork in

the Driftless Region.

Date: : Saturday, October 5Time: Half day1 - 4:30p.m.

Course Fee: $40

Location: St. Brigids Meadows, Coon Valley

Saving Seeds from Fall ProduceInstructor: Grant Olson

Previous generations of gardeners understood that

produce was only part of the fall harvest; seeds for

future gardens were also harvested from fruits and

vegg ie s to be stored, shared, and sown. In th iswork shop, we'l l de mo nstr ate and pr actice how to

pick, process , and properly s tore seeds from your

gardens produce. Topics wil l include harvesting

threshing, winnowing, screening, fermenting, drying

and storing seeds.

Date: Saturday, September 14Time: Half Day 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.Course Fee: $4 0Location: Viroqua, WI



Beginning NaturalHorsemanship #1Instructor: Michelle Rasmussen

Learn to be safe, confident and progressive withhorses. Horses think opposite of humans so we need

to learn to use our body language and read a horses

body language. This class will help you understand

how horses think, what their body language is telling

you, what your bo dy langua ge is tell in g th em and

progress to playing, as opposed to working, with the

haltered horses on a 12 rope. You will learn games

that engage the horses minds, emotions and bodies

as well as your minds, emotions and bodies! The

horses are trained already to make it easier for you to

get better responses and be safe, learning how your

intent and energy affect the horses attitudes andresponses. Wear hard-soled shoes or boots, long pants

and shirt you can tuck in plus a hat. Bring- notebook and

pens/pencils, chair, water bottle, jacket, hat. Enjoy being a

natural horsemanship student!

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Date: Saturday, September 21Time: Full day 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Course Fee: $60

Location: Tomah, WI

Beginning NaturalHorsemanship #2Instructor: Michelle Rasmussen

This course is for you and your horse! After some time topractice with your own or a friends horse, continue your

progress with your own horse in this course! Bring your

horse and well teach you through the on-line games, give

you feedba ck on your bo dy lang uage an d how it is af fec ti ng

your hors e. Th is will de ep en your relati on sh ip wi th your

horse, build your horsemanship abilities and reveal your

own s av vy as y ou l earn to tru st y ou rs el f, be s af e and

confident with your horse and in life. If you dont have a

horse to bring, we will have some for you to play with

reservations must be made as there are a limited numbe

of horses. Its best if you have taken the #1 course or have

had some lessons before you take this course. I will decideindividual cases if you want to take this course but havent

h ad t he f ir st c ou rs e. We m ay d o s o me r id in g i n t he

afternoon depending on progress of the group.

Bring- notebook and pens/pencils, chair, water bottle

jacket, hat. Enjoy being a natural horsemanship student!

Date: Saturday, October 5Time: Full day 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Course Fee: $60

Location: Viroqua, WI

Max of 10 participants, ages 10 and up.

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Our Homestead, Your HomesteadInstructors: Robert & Summer Schulz

Spend a day with Robert and Summer Schulz, as they share a very detailed

tour of their New Traditions Homestead in rural Hillsboro, WI. They will

discuss the process of their land search, the building of their straw/clay home-

from foundation to roof, outbuildings, landscaping, gardens, and fields,

alternative energy and water systems, and the farm animals including their

draft horses. This class is perfect for anyone looking to move to vacant land or

begin their l ives in the countryside, someone wanting to build a needed

shelter on their land or to convert to alternative energy. Join us to see how

attainable and fulfilling the homesteading life can be. Come with all of your

questions, and well share in a group discussion about the joys and challenges

of rural living.

Date: September 28, 2013

Time: Full Day 9:00 am 5:00 pm

Course Fee: $60

Location: Hillsboro, WI



Fruit Tree Graf tingInstructor: Rikardo Jahnke

Come learn the magic of fruit tree grafting! With this

vers atil e sk il l you will be able to make your own apple

trees at a fraction of the cost of purchasing them and

have the tools to clone any apple tree you happen to

fancy. In the class we will discuss and demonstrate

whip -and-tongu e and clef t gr af ting in de ta il . Th e

basi cs of brid ge graf ti ng, bud gr af ting, and

topworking older trees will be covered. The care and

protection of young trees, selection of rootstocks,

sources of grafting scionwood and general apple

orcharding will also be discussed. Each participant

wi ll have the opportuni ty to gr af t three apple tree s to

take home. (Additional rootstock and scionwood will

be available for purchase.)

Dates: March 22, 2013

Time: Afternoon -- 1:00-4:30 pm

Cour se Fee: $40 Supply Fee: $15

Location: Gays Mills, WI

Savanna Farming:Nature as a Model forRestorative AgricultureInstructor: Peter Allen

For mill ions of years, the Upper Midwest washome to some of the most diverse andpro du ct ive e co sy st em s o n t he p la net - O ak Savannas. This course will provide an ecologicalhistory of Midwestern Savannas as a context forthe restoration and development of ecologicallyfunctional and economically generative savannaagroecosystems. Participants will learn the basicprinciples for managing agricultural landscapesthat bui ld s oil, se quester carbon, rene w groundwater reserves, and enhance biodiversity

through the intentional integration of trees,shrubs, vines, grasses, f lowers, and livestock.

Date: Saturday, March 15Time: Full day 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.Course Fee: $6 0Location: Viola, WI

Introduction toForest Garden Design:

Working with Natureto Grow Edible Crops

Instructor: Erin Schneider

Learn ways to transition the blank slate of yourbackyards and landscapes into an edible ecotopia

We wi ll cover a va riety of topi cs wi th an emphasison site assessment and observations of differentp la nt c ommunities, fal l s ite p repa ra tion forplanting success, and designing forest gardens ontransitioning landscapes, edges, and borders.Through a mix of stor y sharing, focuseddiscussion, a nd hands-on p ra ctic e with s ite

p repa ra tion a nd design, l ea ve the a fternooninspired, informed a nd with some p ra ctic aapplications in thinking through what plants andpossibil ities work well for your backyards andlandscapes.Be prepared for spending time outdoors, rain orshine! Please bring sturdy close toed shoes, workgloves, water bottle, and a notebook. Plant listsforest gardening resources provided.

Date: Saturday, October 26

Time: Half day 1:00 p.m . to 4:00 p.m.Course Fee: $ 40 S up pl y fee: $ 5Location: Viroqua, WI

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More Broom Making:3 Styles of Wisk BroomsInstructor: John Holzwart

In this class we will make a traditional flat wisk, ahawk tail, and a fantail wisk (also known as a turkeywing ). Th ese li tt le brooms are pe rf ect for those tigh t

places. All materials are ready for your use. Shorterb ro om co rn h as b ee n s el ec te d fo r t he se s ma ll erbrooms. Discussion about decorative options will beincluded. Participants should refrain from wearingopen toed shoes and plan to bring a sharp knife andscissors.

Date: Sunday, December 1Time: Full Day 9:00 am 5:00 pmCourse Fee: $60 Supply Fee: $10Enrollment: 12 Students MaximumLocation: La Farge, WI

Wet Felted BootsInstructor: Amy Arnold

S pe nd t he d ay e xp er ie nci ng f ir st h an d t hewond er and ma gi c of wet- felt in g wool . Wetfelted shoes have been a part of Asian,Scandinavian and other cultures throughouth ist or y. M ake t hi s t ra di ti on a p ar t o f yo urmodern life with a pair of felted boots to keep

your feet wa rm in the wi nter months and cool inthe summer. Use them as slippers, boot liners,or attach soles for outdoor wear. At the end ofthe day you will take home a pair of your ownpersonal expression in footwear! Bring yourrubber gloves to a void p rune f ingers a nd getready to rub, rub, rub.

This is class for beginners and advanced folks.Children over ten may be a cc omp anied by aparent.Instructor: Amy Arnold

Date: Saturday, November 9Time: Full Day 9:00a.m. to 5:00p.m.

Course Fee: $60

Supply Fee:$20


Broom Making:Hearth Broom & CobwebberInstructor: John Holzwart

Discover the art of making handmade brooms! LittleJo hn will te ach you how to make a real broo m fodecorative or functional use. Students will learn tom ak e o ne r ou nd o r o ne f l at h ea rt h b ro om ( yo uch oice ) a s w e ll a s a c ob we b b r oo m. H an dl es ovari ou s woo ds have be en ga thered and cure d for youto use, and all materials are provided. Discussionabout decor ati ve options will be includ edParticipants should refrain from wearing open toedshoes and plan to bring a sharp knife and scissors.

Date: Saturday, November 30Time: Full Day 9:00am-5:00pm

Course Fee: $60 Supply Fee: $10Location: La Farge, WI

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Life and learning are to gotogether in such a way thatlife is to be first and learningis to follow.

- N.F.S. Grundtvig



A Day of Herbal Soap MakingInstructor: Linda Conroy

Join he rbalis t Li nda Conroy as we sp end th e day

making a wide variety of soap that you can takehome! We will make soap that contains wholeherbs as well as fresh goat milk. In addition we

wi ll both dr y and wet felt so ap. Felted soap isfun a nd a cts a s a washc loth a nd exfoliat ing.Participants will leave with recipes, soap and thec onfidenc e to handl e this p rocess safel y a nd

wi se ly.

Date: Friday, November 29Time: Full Day 9:00 am 5:00 pmCourse Fee: $60 Supply Fee: $15Location: La Farge, WI

Sewing a Halloween CostumeInstructor: Martha Buche

Have you always wanted to learn to sew? Making

costumes is a fun and focused way to do it. Comespend a Saturday learning simple sewing skills andmake a Halloween costume! Create a simple sewncostume for yourself or for a child. Bring your ownmachine and learn how to thread it and how all thestitches work. If you dont have your own machine,contact the registrar and we may be able to provideone for use. Students must contact instructor byOctober 12th to purchase fabric, pattern and notionsfor their costume prior to the class day.

Date: October 19, 2013Time: Full Day 9:00-5:00

Course Fee: $60Location: Viroqua, WI

Paper MakingInstructor: Kjersten Hallin

Get your hands wet and discover the art of papermaking! We will begin by constructing some of

the necessary tools which you will be able to takehome with you, and well talk story about someof the history of p ap er. Exp lore the world ofplants and fibers, take a short walk to gatheradditional materials (most will be provided), andcreate your own paper using natural and recycledmaterials.

Date: Saturday, September 28Time: Half day 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.Course Fee: $40 Supply Fee: $10Location: Viroqua, WI

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Share the Art of Song Craft:Songwriters Weekend Workshop

Instructor: Ed Lemar

L ea rn to b eco me a b et te r s on gw ri te r a s yo uexplore writing, performing, supportive feedback,discussions, and crafting a song. Well delve intotopics like song craft, inspiration, process, lyrics,instrumentation, melody, performance, stagebanter, a nd a cc omp animent. Activit ies wil l

include group discussion and presentations,st ud en t p er fo rm an ce s a nd cr it iqu es , st af f performances, and song writing exercises.

Date: Friday (evening), November 15 andSaturday (all day), November 16

Time: Friday Night 6-10 pm performance,Saturday 8am-10pm

Course Fee: $60Location: Viroqua, WI



Birch Bark Box WorkshopInstructor: Nicholas Gale

Enter into the wonderful world of birch bark! This

vers atil e materi al is waterproo f, mildew resist ant,

food safe, tough, and lightweight, and has inspired

artisans for ages. This ingenious round box design

originated in Scandinavia thousands of years ago and

has been used to store butter, flour, salt, and many

other food stuffs. We will learn the basic pattern,

cutting bark, basic carving for bottoms and caps, and

plenty about the birch tree and its unique bark. These

boxes make great gifts and are well suited for holding

keepsakes, dry goods, salt, medicinals, salves, smalltools and many other items. Some carving experience

will be he lpfu l, an d a go od kn ife is importa nt

(instructor will have knives to lend).

Date: Saturday, March 1Time: Full Day 9:00 am 5:00 pm

Course Fee: $60

Supply Fee: $5

Location: LaFarge, WI

Black Ash Hexagonal BasketryInstructor: Zac Fittipaldi

In this day-long class, students will make hexagonally

plaited, open weave basket--great for beginners! This isa good primer for learning about hexagonal packb as ke tr y, a ls o k now n a s a S ha ke r C he es e b as kebecause they were once used as traditional cheesemolds. Students will leave with their own basket andmuch knowledge and experience.

Date: Saturday, October 26Time: Full day 9:00 am - 5:00 pmCourse Fee: $60Supply Fee: $10Location: Viroqua, WI

Willow Stake & Strand BasketryInstructor: Scogin Zimmerman

You ca n craf t your own tr adit io nal, Europeanstyle willow basket. These sturdy work baskets

are tightly woven of whole shoot willow. Noexperience necessary. Students will leave withtheir own p ersona ll y c ra fted round wic kerbasket. Note: This is a 10 hour class and it isrecommended to bring food for the evening.

Date: Friday, November 1Time: Full day 9:00am- 7:00pm

Course Fee: $60

Supply Fee: $15


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Clay in a DayInstructor: Maureen Karlstad

These Sunday workshops will introduce you toclay techniques and help you to discover whether

workin g wi th cl ay is for you. Ha nd-b uild in gprojects as well as whe el throwi ng w ill beavailable. Pieces completed during the workshop

wi ll be availa bl e for pick- up or de livery 2- 3 week safter the class. You can choose an area to focuson or tr y out a vari ety of clay tech ni que sincluding wheel-throwing, slab construction andcoil formation.

Time: Full day 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

C ou rs e F ee : $ 60Studio Fee: $60 (includes clay, glazes & firing, &

lunch)Dates Offered:

Sunday, September 1

Sunday, October 6

Sunday, November 3

Sunday, January 5

Sunday, February 2Sunday, March 2


Intro to Woodblock PrintmakingInstructor: Nick Wroblewski

Wood block pr in tmak in g is an ancient meth od ofcreating an image from a carved block of wood. It canbe as simple as a stamp transferred from a texturedb lo ck o f wo od o r a s c omp le x a s a m ul ti c ol or edJapane se woodcut. Through th e ta ct il e proc ess ofliterally carving imagery, this workshop will explorethe basic technique of relief printmaking. We willdis cu ss h ow a n ima ge is m ade a nd s imp lify t heelements of layout and design, carving, inking, andpri nti ng. Method s of Hand printing wi ll bedem on st ra te d a s we ll a s p rint in g w it h a m an ua lprinting press. Each student will create a finished

print that is approx 6 x 8 in size.

Date: Saturday, January 18Time: Full day 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Course Fee: $6 0Location: Viroqua, WI

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Find the shortest, simplest way between the earth, the hands

and the mouth When you have to sweat to satisfy your

needs, you soon know whether or not its worth your while.

- Lanzo Del Vasto



Introduction toHome Cheese MakingInstructor: Linda Conroy

Join chee se maker and wh ol e food cook Li ndaConroy and find out how simple it is to makecheese in your own kitchen. This introduction

wi ll of fer an op port unity to expl ore this lost ar t.We wi ll crea te and sa mple severa l si mple chee se sthat can be cultivated at home. We will makec ul tured butter, feta c heese, mozza rell a a ndseveral varieties of soft cheese. After learning tomake kefir, we will transform this fermented milkbeverage into soft spreadable cheese and a softc ondiment tha t c an be used in p la ce of sourcream. Youll also learn some cooking ideas for

whey, a byproduc t of chee se ma ki ng. Studen tscan build on this introduction to create many

va ri etie s of chee se at home . Incl udes : sa mples,cheese to take home, recipes and a cheese cultureto get you started.

Date: Saturday,November 30

Time: Full Day

9:00 am 5:00 pm

Course Fee: $60

Supply Fee: $15

Location: La Farge, WI

Introduction to HomebrewingInstructor: Brandon Norsted

Brewing your own beer can be confusing and

i nt im id at in g t o st ar t o n yo ur ow n. G et t hebasics under your belt with this introductoryclass focusing on the fundamentals of brewing athome. Both all-grain and extract techniques wilbe covered in the one day intensive. You will getthe basic s of each step of the p rocess, fromb or in g n ece ss it ie s s uch a s s te ri li zi ng yo urequipment to the very exciting specialty grain

va ri etie s, di fferent hop charac ter and the ma nystrains of yeasts that can all dramatically affect

your fi na l result . We wi ll brew 10 ga ll ons ofbeer and participants will take home one gallon

each.

Date: Saturday, January 18Time: Full day

9 am - 5 pm

Course Fee: 60

Supply Fee: $15


Cheese Making:Cheddar, Gouda & FetaInstructor: Linda Conroy

Jo in Ho me Chee se Maker Li nda Co nroy as we focus

on 2 styles of cheese that you can easily make at

h om e. Pa rt ic ip an ts w il l b e g uide d t hr ou gh t he

p ro ce ss o f m ak in g e ach ch ee se , w it h a fo cu s o n

details. From curd to press, you will be inspired to go

home and try these yourself. Making a home cheese

cave will be discussed and participants will leave with

recipes, cultures and bottle of rennet to get them

started. Samples wil l provided during lunch and

during the presentation.

Date: Sunday, December 1


Course Fee: $60

Supply Fee: $15 includes Recipes, Rennet

and a Cheese Culture

Location: La Farge, WI

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Food & Drink

Beer Tasting& AppreciationInstructor: Eric Jones

There is a world of beer beyond light and dark and

far more to say about a beer than It's good, or I like

it. Join Master Beer Judge (BJCP) Eric Jones for an

introduction to beer styles and learn beer tasting and

evaluation skills. This course will include small samples

of various beer styles, as part of a guided tasting

Participants will leave with a better understanding ofwhy their beer tastes the way it does and the world of

beer. This course is for anyone interested in beer

whether you are new to beer or a self-avowed beer-geek.

Date: Saturday, November 23

Time: Half day 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.

Course Fee: $40

Supply Fee: $12




Making Ring SausageInstructors: Vince & Dawn Hundt

For generations, people of German ancestry inthe r idge c ountry nea r La Crosse have made

what th ey ca ll woosh t or wur st, wh ich si mplymea ns sa usage in Germa n. These a re l argepork/venison ring sausages which are stuffedinto natural casings and smoked in a backyardsmokehouse. Come a nd be a p art of a j oyousearly winter tradition and go home with somedelicious homemade charcuterie. A great firstclass for would be sausage makers.

Date: Saturday, December 8Time: Half day 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.Course Fee: $40Supply Fee: $15Location: Coon Valley, WI

Food & Drink

Whole Hog ButcheringInstructor: Jerry Traczyk

This course wil l teach part icipants the basics o

processing a whole hog. Students will learn butcher

skills, the basics of sausage making, and preservation

o f m eat . C lass p ar ti ci pa nt s wi ll ass ist i n th e

breakdown of a whole hog and help in the process of

seasoning, grinding, and stuffing fresh sausages. In

addition to hands-on butchering and sausage-makingstudents wil l learn the basics of curing meat and

making charcuterie. Each student will go home with

sausage and some cuts of meat, and for lunch there

wi ll be gr il le d sausag es of cour se.

Date: Saturday, November 16Time: Half day 9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.

Course Fee: $120

Supply Fee: $35

Location: Gays Mills, WI

Improve Your Beer: AdvancedHomebrewing TechniquesInstructor: Eric Jones

Take your beer to the next level! Join Master Beer

Judge (BJCP) Eric Jones to explore various techniques

for improving your homebrew. In addition to brewing

techniques, the course will include methods for

evaluating beer, an off-flavors tasting, and an

opportunity for evaluating participants' homebrew. It

is assumed participants are already making their own

beer, and our discussion will be steered towards each

brewer's particular needs. Participants are encouraged

to bring homebrew; especially batches that need

troubleshooting, but examples you are proud of are alsowelcome.

Date: Saturday, November 23

Time: Half day 1:00 4:00 p.m.

Course Fee: $40

Supply Fee: $2


Baking Sourdough BreadInstructor: Jacob Hundt

Learn the art, craft, and science of baking bread with a

wild sourdough culture. The air around us and the

skins and leaves of many plants are full of wild yeast

cells. Under proper cultivation, this natural bounty

can be used to leaven breads and pastries in the same

way humans have done for thousands of years. In this

class you will learn how to capture, care for, and use

your own wild sourdough culture. Participants will

learn how to knead dough and shape it into several

types of loaves and how to bring to moist and flavorful

perfection in the oven. Each participant will receive a

sourdough starter culture to take home.

Date: Saturday, September 21

Time: Half day 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Course Fee: $40

Supply Fee: $15



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Driftless Folk Schoo

Chocolate Appreciation:developing reverence through tasting

and comparing single source chocolatesInstructor: Lynn Kronschnabel

In this course we will explore a variety of singleorigin chocolates through all of the senses. We

wi ll fi rst cover a brie f cultural hi stor y ofchocolate, its natural history as cacao, and thenmove into appreciation of the flavors. Students

wi ll le arn how to experi en ce and ap prec ia techoc ol ate through a ll of the senses, a nd wil ldiscuss the voca bula ry of f l avors a nd f l avorca te go ri es . St ud en ts w ill h ave a ch an ce tocompare chocolates that are made from cacao

originating in different geographical areas. Wewi ll le arn about te rroi r, and th rough a f lavorwhee l, di sc uss and celebrate the unique f lavors ofthis beloved food.

Date: Saturday, November 16Time: Half day 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.Course Fee: $4 0Location: Viroqua, WI

Chocolate AlchemyInstructor: Lynn Kronschnabel

In this course, we will explore the significance of

chocolate from an anthropological perspective,wi th it s begi nn ings in th e maya and Az tec worl ds ,as well as its unique attributes in the plant world.

We wi ll di sc uss the ar t of choc ol ate ma ki ng, fromits beginning source as the bean, or seed, on to afinished p roduct of c hocola te. S tudents wil lpar ti cipate i n th e ce le brator y proce ss of chocolate making, learning hands- on, the stepsin creating a finished chocolate; roasting, thebeans, hand grinding, into nibs, winnowing,utilizing small scale stone-grinding equipment,tempering, and finally making bars of chocolate.Par tici pant s i n the cour se wi ll t ake h ome

chocolate bars that they have made in class.

Date: Full day Saturday, October 19Time: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Course Fee: $6 0Location: Viroqua, WI

Food Drying with an AttitudeInstructor: Mary T. Bell

This class will provide you with information so

you ca n be come more se lf -suf fi ci ent by si mplydrying your food. To best understand the dryingprocess you will have the opportunity to tastetouch, feel and see a wide variety of dried foods.

As a resu lt of en ga gi ng your se ns es the dr yi ngfood process is demystified. By drying food you

wi ll save mone y, prac ti call y el im in ate food wa steand further embrace the concept ofsustainability. Drying food is the most energyefficient method of preserving food. It is moreeffic ient tha n c anning, which boils food todestroy bac teria a nd unl ike freezing, which

requires cooking, volumes of freezer space andmonths of high energy to keep a freezer running.Drying is a l ow-energy p rocess tha t c reates acompact, nutritious, stable, storable and easilytransportable food. Food drying is more thanpreserving food; its about eating locally grownfood throughout the year, keeping food dollars

wi thin your own communit y, less enin g ourglobal impact, and having access to good food.Plus food drying minimizes the miles food travelsand will reduce food waste. For a detailed list of

what you wi ll le arn in this cl ass, plea se vi si t ourwebsit e: ww w.d rystore.com

Date: Saturday, September 21Time: Half day 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.Course Fee: $40Supply Fee: $5Location: Viroqua, WI


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Food & Drink

Driftless Folk School

Apple Pressing& Hard Cider Making

Instructor: Jamie Cermak

Come and experience the time honored tradition ofpressing apples for juice and hard cider. In this class

we will ta ke fres h ha rvested apples an d ru n th em

through an apple press powered by our muscles! After

sampling this delicious treat, we will discuss and craft

the beginnings of hard cider we will brew from our

fresh juice! We will taste fresh cider and homemade

hard cider. We can also discuss how to craft your own

apple cider vinegar. Come be a 21st century Johnny

Appl esee d! Everyone leaves with cider to takehome!

Date: Sunday, October 20Time: Full day

9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m .Course Fee: $60

Supply Fee: $10


Kombucha MakingInstructors: Alla Shapiro & Vanessa Tortolano

Learning to brew Kombucha is easy and entertaining

Jo in Vane ssa and Al la, Co -owner s of NessAl laKombucha, in exploring the basi cs of home

kombucha brewing. Learn a few tips and tricks on

h ow to m ai nt ai n t ast y ko mb uch a b re ws w hi le

discovering the many benefits and uses of this very

vers at il e ferm ent. Your ki t wi ll in clude ever yt hing you

need to brew your first gallon of kombucha.

Date: Saturday, January 25Time: Half Day 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.Course Fee: $4 0Supply Fee: $20


Mead MakingInstructor: Eric Jones

Honey, water and yeast come together to be more than

the sum of their parts.

Learn about the different styles of mead and how to

make it at home.

Mead is the simplest alcohol fermentation to prepare at

home, as we will prove in this workshop by preparing a

batch right there! This course will include samples ofmead, and participants will go home with a 1/2 gallon

batch each. Supply fee includes fermenting jug, stopper

& air-lock, yeast, and honey.

Date: Saturday, December 14


Course Fee: $40

Supply Fee: $20


Fermenting Fall ProduceInstructor: Eric Jones

Just about anything you can eat you can ferment!

With the aid from a bit of salt, you can encourage

lactic fermentation thus transforming produce from

your garden or CSA share (community supported

agriculture) into pro-biotic pickles and sauces. Fall is a

great time to ferment produce for enjoying raw

produce in the winter. This workshop will explore

how to make some traditional fermented pickles, as

well as covering the basics on how to improvise andcreate your own classics. Participants will go home

with a jar of sauerkraut and/or kimchi.

Date: Saturday, September 14, 2013


Course Fee: $40

Supply Fee: $8


"Among the Finns... there existed the beliefthat high in the sky was the storehouse of theAlmighty, containing the heavenly honey,which had the power to heal all wounds."-Robert Gayre, 1948


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Building & wood


Earth Oven BuildingInstructor: Amorin Mello

This workshop will create a fuel-efficient outdoor

b ak in g o ve n a s a n int ro du ct io n t o t he r ea lm o

natural building. Clay and sand sub soils, fibers and

water are tr adit io nal buil di ng materi als th at are stil l

used tod ay by a third of the wor lds human

population (not to mention many other species)

Natural building makes use of local, affordable, non-

toxic materials to build beautiful, organic structures

Evidence has proven earth-based buildings to be long

lived, weather resistant, earthquake-resistant, and

comfortable. Natural building provides an alternative

to th e h ar ve sti ng an d m an ufa ct ur ing o f toxi c

building materials that may degrade environmentsaround the world.

Date: Saturday, September 14, 2013


Course Fee: $60

Location: Coon Valley, WI

Spoon CarvingThe Decorated Swedish Eating Spoon

Instructor: Jarrod Stone-Dahl

In this two day class participants will learn how to

carve Swedish inspired butter spreaders and eating

spoons using an axe , the classic sloyd knife and a

spoon knife or hook knife. We will begin by processing

whole logs and bent branches into rough butter

spreader and spoon blanks using the carving axe. We

will then focus on learning some traditional knife grips

by carving butter spreaders and then move on to

carving spoons. Proper axe and knife techniques aswell as fine workmanship will be stressed while creating

spoon and spreaders with classic Swedish design

elements. Throughout the class there will be many

short lectures, demonstrations and guided practice

sessions such as; where to acquire and how to care for

and sharpen your tools, refining your technique with

the knife and axe, and understanding wood grain and

spoon design. We will also cover decorating your new

wooden utensils with paint and detail carving. This

class has something for both beginners as well asexperienced spoon carvers. All tools and materials will

be provided.

Dates: Saturday, September 28

& Sunday, September 29

Time: 9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. both days

Course Fee: $180

Supply Fee: $10




Make Your OwnWooden Cutting BoardInstructor: Kelsey Sauber Olds

Whethe r chop ping vegg ie s or sl ic in g brea d, a cutt in gboard is indispensable in the kitchen. And when itcomes to cutting boards you cannot beat the look andfeel of wood. From simple rectangles to pig-shaped,

cutting boards come in all shapes and sizes. In thiscourse students will design and create a cutting boardto f it t he ir st yle an d a bi li ty. Ex pe ct to l ear nwoodworkin g and power tool basics whil e ta king yourboard through the entire process - from rough sawnlumber to sanded, oiled and ready for the kitchen.

Date: Saturday, January 11Time: Full day 9:00a.m. to 5:00p.m.Course Fee: $60Supply Fee: $15Location: Viroqua, WI

Design your own Small BuildingInstructor: Doug Sandberg

Do you have an interest in designing your ownsmall home, guest-house, or writer's cabin? Thisclass will introduce you to the design process andmany of the issues to consider - from siting thestructure to building code issues, etc. There wilalso be an in-depth discussion of options for the

building's structure and materials, like insulationa nd f in is he s. S us ta in ab il it y w il l b e a fo custhrough out t he di scuss ion. A lo cal cabi ndesigned by him wil l be used a s a c ase studyQue st ions and i nter acti ve di scussi on are

welc ome.

Date: Saturday, February 22, 2014Time: 9:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m.Course Fee: $40Location: Viroqua, WI

Building & Wood

Introduction to Timber FramingInstructor: Jamie Cermak

Spend the day learning the basics of timber frame

joinery. We wil l create and build a small projectusing mortises and tenons: how to design, plan, and

make them using hand and power tools. No wood-

workin g experi en ce ne eded! We will discuss some of

the history and see examples of the wide range of

possible uses. You will walk away with knowledge and

experience to get you started on your own.

Date: Saturday, November 9Time: Full Day 9:00 am 5:00 pm

Course Fee: $60

Supply Fee: $20


Restoring Stone FoundationsInstructor: Dan Johnson

I s t he m or ta r i n yo ur o ld s to ne fo un dat io ncrumbling to dust or worse, someone came alongand smeared tar, insulating foam, or dark greymortar in the joints. Have no fear, this course

wi ll in troduc e you to the prop er step s torepointing a stone foundation. Participants willlearn how to clean mortar joints; what mortars touse and which not to use; and the proper tools toget the job done. Additional information will bepresented on how to insulate stone foundations,and how to address possible structural concernsof insulating. Stone foundations not only uphold our homes and farm buildings, but they arealso an architectural legacy of the masons whoconstructed these buildings we love.

Date: Saturday, September 21Time: Half-day 1 - 4:30 pm

Course Fee: $40

Location: Soldier's Grove


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Alternative Energy

Do it Yourself Photovoltaics(Solar Electric)Instructor: Jon Passi

Are you curi ous about al ternative energy, andwa nt to know more? This course wi ll gi ve youboth hands-on, and background information,p lus the a bility to a ssess p ossibl e s ites , a ndcalculate approximate costs for domestic solarelectric systems. Photovoltaics of fer analternative to utility produced power, which ispresently, mainly generated from coalcombustion or nuclear power. If you want toknow more about this readily -availabletechnology, and arent afraid to get your hands al it tl e dirty, this c la ss i f for you. We wil l belearning basic wiring, along with system design.This class will be taught on-site at a functioningsolar electric-powered house, by Jon Passi, aneducator and advocate for photovoltaics and

susta inable technologies, who has 3 0 yea rsexperience in the building trades, and has beenstudying alternative energy and green buildingfor the last 35 years.

Date: Saturday, September 28Time: Full Day 9:00 am 5:00 pmCourse Fee: $60Supply Fee: $20Enrollment: 8 Students MaximumLocation: Readstown, WI

The Zero-Energy HouseInstructor: Jon Passi

Ar e you in te rested in bu il di ng or tu rn in g your

existing house into a home that gets most or all of its

heat, water, and electricity from the sun and the

acreage that it sits on? Then this class is for you. Jon

will be de monstr atin g and ta lk in g abou t so lar

electric, solar hot water, wood and wood stoveswindmill s, in sulation and passive solar de sign, us in g

his own house as a demonstration model. We will

also explore how to retrofit existing homes so that

they are more energy efficient and self-sufficient, plus

general costs for projects.

Date: Saturday, October 12Time: Full Day 9:00 am 5:00 pm

Course Fee: $60

Supply Fee: $20

Enrollment: 8 Students Maximum

Location: Readstown, WI

To really change something, dont fightagainst the existing reality. Make a newreality that makes the old model obsolete.

- Buckminster Fuller



Blacksmithing

Early American KnivesInstructor: Robert Schulz

Students will begin with forging a blade of high

carbon steel, which will then be heat treated(hardened and tempered) to create a very useful,edge-holding knife. Choose a ntler, bone, orhardwood for your handle material, and we willpour pewter or use forged steel for bolster andpommel fittings. All finishing will be done usingfiles, stones, and sand paper. Inquire about on-site camping options.

Date: Thursday, November 14 toSaturday, November16

Time: Full Days - 9 am - 4 pm

Course Fee: $180Supply Fee: $30


Garden Hoe- Make Your OwnInstructor: Robert Schulz

In this class we will create a very effective gardenhoe made of sickle blade sections, reused pipeand steel rod, and 5-6' wooden handles

Techniques employed will include hot forging,bending, and brazing with the torch, as well asworkin g wi th dr aw-k ni ves and chis el s to fi t th ehandle. Walk away with one of the most effectivehand-cultivating tools around, right in time tostart off the season.

Date: Saturday, March 29, 2014

Time: Full day 9:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.Course Fee: $60Supply Fee: $2 5Location: Hillsboro, WI

Blacksmithing for KidsInstructor: Robert Schulz

This class gives children the chance to work with the

o pe n f ir e a nd c re at e w it h t he h am me r in h an dStudents will be introduced (or re-introduced for

those who are returning) to the forge, anvil, tongs

vi ses, and othe r hand tools used in the blacks mithin g

trade. Along with the physical lessons of forging

patience, awareness, concentration, and safety will be

important focus of this class.

Date: Saturday, October 19

Time: Full day 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Course Fee: $60

Supply Fee: $20


Forging Fire ToolsInstructor: Robert Schulz

Create a complete set of essential fire tools for the

home hearth or blacksmith's forge including pokers,

shovels, rakes, and flux spoons. This class is designed

to employ a variety of core blacksmithing techniques

including tapers, upsetting, riveting, and forge welding,as well as ornamental chisel work and twists, and the

forging of sheet metal. All levels of experience

welcome, as class projects will accommodate skill level.

Date: Friday, September 20 - Saturday, September 21

Time: Full day 9:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Course Fee: $120

Supply Fee: $30



Four Days in the Wilderness:Skills Outing

Instructor: Nicholas Gale

Thi s wi ll be a fully immer sed experi ence of

bushcraft, nature awareness, and wilderness skills

lasting four days and three nights. Participants will

hike to a remote location in the Kickapoo Valley

Reserve, establish a camp and learn to provide for

their basic needs in the natural realm and within a

cooperative group dynamic. Friction fire making and

s he lt er w il l b e e ar ly p rior it ie s b ut t hr ou gh t he

duration participants will gain firsthand experience

with fora ging plant and anim al foods, co rdage and

container making, carving and fire craft, hygiene andwate r sourcing, and accl im atio n to the woo dl and

s et ting . O ur g ro up 's r ou tine s w il l b e b al an ce d

between cooperative efforts to attain necessities and

time for personal projects and appreciation of the

natural world around us. This wil l not be a man-

against-nature experience but instead an opportunity

to personally understand and experience the rhythms

o f n at ur e, u ninh ib it ed b y t he c om mo tion a nd

contrivances of the modern day. A letter further

describing the course, physical requirements, and the

necessary gear list will be sent to interested persons.

Date: October 10, 11, 12, and 13, 2013

Times: 10 am on the 10th to 4 pm on the 13

Course fee: $300

Materials fee: $60

Enrollment: 8 students maximum, age limit 18 yrs

unless attending with an adult

Location: Kickapoo Valley Reserve or Black River

State Forest, TBA

Herbal RootsInstructor: Carol Willis

Come with shovel and bucket and we will trompoff into the woods to harvest Japanese Knotweedroot, into my yard for Burdock and Dandelionroots, and into the valley for Teasel. We willp repa re the roots for remedy p urposes intotinctures and teas. We will discuss the amazingnourishing, tonic and healing properties of these4 plants and perhaps more. We wi ll makeenough for all to take home.

Date: Saturday September 21, 2013Time: Full day 9:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m.

Course Fee: $60

Supply Fee: $15

Location: Westby, WI

Deer ButcheringInstructors: Vince & Dawn Hundt

This class is your opportunity to become a part of

the hallowed Wisconsin tradition of deer hunting

and to learn how to take advantage of an abundantlocal source of all-natural meat. A local hunter will

harvest a healthy deer for the class and students will

learn how to skin and de-bone the animal, as well as

how to identify, process, and preserve steaks, stew

meat, and grind.

Da te: Saturday, November 30Time: Half day 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.Course Fee: $40

L oc at io n: C oo n Va ll ey, W I

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Natural world



Fall Wild Edibles WorkshopInstructor: Nicholas Gale

Welcome to th e ri ch and pl enti ful worl d of Fall

foraging. This will be foraging workshop focusedon the substantial gifts offered at the end of thegrowing season. Depending on success of fruitingand state of fal l ripening. we will be exploringand sampling a mixture of nuts, roots, bulbs,seeds, late fruits, and possibly some regeneratinggreens if temperatures have dropped. We willcover environments high and dry and low and

wet checki ng on the food s that are of fered asplants prepare to carry on their kind through thecoming cold season. Depending on conditions we

wi ll se ek out ed ible s su ch as na nny berrie s,

h ig hb us h cr an be rr ie s, h icko ry n ut s, b la ck wa lnuts, jerusa le m ar ti chokes , le ek bulbs, wi ldparsnips, lamb's quarter and amaranth seed, curlydock, late nettle, and many others, Students willgather some edibl es to take home so bring acouple bags or favorite basket, a shovel and somegloves, and many lessons and directions will bereceived to guide independent gathering after theclass. Please wear adequate shoes and clothing( especial ly l ong p ants), a nd dress for variedterrain and weather.

Date: October 19, 2013

Time: Full day starting at 9 am

Course Fee: $60Enrollment: 14 students max

Ag e limit: No minimum if accompanie d by adult and

dressed appropriately

Location: Kickapoo Valley Reserve, La Farge, WI

Wiscon sin Basic Hunter EducationInstructors: Royce Curtis & Corky Roethel

Anyone bo rn af ter Ja n 1st 1973 mu st have a hu nter

education cert if icate to purchase any Wisconsin

hunting license, so heres your opportunity to get the

certificate and a distinctive embroidered emblem

T he se c la ss es w il l c ov er t op ic s s uc h a s h un ting

equipment and methods, rules and regulations, ethics

responsibility, first aid and survival, principles of

wi ldli fe manage me nt, and basic fi rearms kn owledg e

and safety. Some of the goals of this c lass are to

promote responsible, ethical hunter conduct, to

p ro mote s afe g un ha nd li ng pro ce du re s an d to

familiarize students with hunting equipment, methods

and skills to increase their enjoyment of the outdoors.

Final testing will consist of a written section and a

hands-on section. Students who become certified

will be invi ted to the Coon Vall ey Conser vation Club

on Saturday September 22 for live firing practice and

a fun competition. Students are required to have a

Wiscon sin DN R customer numb er. Studen ts with

special needs must contact instructor at least twoweek s in adva nce to re quest specia l accommod atio ns

This class is intended for adults.

(Class offered in memory of Lowell Smith.)

Dates: September 3-18 Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 2013

Time: Ful day 7:00p.m. 9:00 p.m.

Course Fee: $10

Enrollment: 15 Students Maximum


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Unique Offerings

Introduction to HomeopathyInstructor: Jim Young

Homeopathy is one of the five major schools of medicine. It is a European based system codified bySamuel Hohnemann in the late 18th century. Its principles go back thousands of years to Indias

Ayu rvedi c me di cine and Gree ces Hi ppoc ra tes. Thes e prin cipl es in clud e: t reatin g li ke wi th li ke,the existence of a vital force which animates and drives the person and focusing on the personsresponse rather than their symptoms.The purpose of this class will be to give an overview of the different schools of medicine and showhow homeopathy can be used as complementary to other therapeutic approaches. This will be taughtas a first-aid class. However, experience has shown that, if the principles are practiced, one will beable to treat a variety of ailments that we normally go to a physician for. This class will includeprinciples of the holistic view of treatment, use of the literature including the Materia Medica, and

very he lpfu l ha nd outs .Participants will examine themselves as a case study. Instructor has thirty-plus years teaching Yogameditation and stress management.

Date: Saturday, September 7Time: Half day 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.Course Fee: $4 0Supply Fee: $5Location: Viroqua, WI

Finnish Sauna FundamentalsInstructor: Mike Nordskog

Description: Learn the basics about designing, siting

and building your own Finnish sauna for bathing and

relief from our long Midwestern winters. This course

wi ll star t with a pres enta tion abou t sauna culture and

practice, as well as the fundamental components of an

authentic sauna, with ample opportunity to ask

questions. We will then tour several local saunas in

rural and town settings to examine construction

details, building proportions and other aspects of

sauna design. The tour culminates at a streamside

wood-f ir ed sauna that wi ll be fi red up and ready for

wi ll in g participants to en joy!

Date: Saturday November 9

Time: Half day Noon- 5 p.m.

Course Fee: $4 0Location: Avalanche, WI

Introduction toNon-CommercialCommunity Radio

Instructor: Jim Hallberg

What happens when you turn your radio to 91.9 FM?You hear the sounds of many local folks who volunteertheir time to bring a unique human experience to theairwaves in the Driftless area. How does such anamazing adventure in sound get made? Find out firsthand and participate in a day that will eventually bring

your voice to our listeners! This class will be a handson day of making radio. We do it in a non-commercial,no-corporate style at WDRT. Like over 200 othercommunity radio stations across the country, we are

just normal citizens who want to exercise our right tothe people's airwaves. Help us create a program. After

your experience in this class you will know a lot moreabout what happens behind the microphone at yourlocal community radio station. You might even becomeradio-active.

Dates: Saturday December, 2013Time: Full day

9:00a.m. 4:00 p.m.Course Fee: $60Location: Viroqua, WI

Many people have sought the simple life not from necessity but for the very beauty

of this way of living and the sense it brings of closeness to the world around us.

- Bill Copperthwaite



First Annual Wooden SpoonGathering

In this one day skill-sharing event, spoon carverswi ll ga ther to show thei r sp oons , and sh are th ei rtechniques, stories and spoon blanks. Come tolearn more about the craft of spoon carving fromcarving enthusiasts as well as expert carvers who

wi ll be pres en t to gi ve de monstr at ions . Peo ple of

all skill levels are encouraged to attend. Comeand hear the sound of hatchets hewing and helpfill the floor with wood shavings. Participants areencouraged to bring their own tools, but some

wi ll be avai labl e for purch ase. Brin g a lunch andsnacks to keep you going.

Date: Saturday, November 2, 2013Time: 9:00 5:00 p.m.Cost of Event: TBDLocation: The Ark, Viroqua, WI

Schools for Life:A Co nference on Tra nsforma tive Models of Adult Education

Whe n Nik ol ai Fre der ik Sev er in Gr un dtv ig, th e fou nd er of th e fol k sch oo l mov eme nt , su r vey ed co nte mpo ra r y ed uca tio n fro m the pe rs pec tiv e of

Denmark in 1836, he concluded that the prevailing philosophy of education had produced "workshops for decomposition and death where the wormslive well at life's expense." Denmark, and the western world, was plagued by "Schools for Death" which unnaturally strove to separate the body from the

soul by concentrating exclusively on bookish subjects like mathematics, grammar, and the memorization of texts in dead classical languages. The result

said Grundtvig, was a society where the educated became physically degraded and alienated from living reality and, moreover, the social fabric of

national life decayed into an educated minority of thinkers and an uneducated majority of toilers and peasants. To remedy this, Grundtvig proposed

the establishment of "Schools for Life," where education would take place in the living plain speech of the people and in which the complete faculties of

body and soul would be cultivated and honored. And thus the Scandinavian folk high school movement was born.

One need not be a 19th century Dane to recognize Grundtvig's description of mainstream education. Indeed, there have been many efforts to

establish "Schools for Life" that sought to remedy this situation. In this weekend of discussion and exploration, a variety of presenters will share their

experiences and insights about innovative models of education. In addition to folk schools, participants will learn about the Agronomic Universitie

proposed by Peter Maurin who co-founded the Catholic Worker movement with Dorothy Day, about the Reskilling Movement and the Transition Town

initiatives it has spawned, and about the ideas for higher education proposed by Rudolf Steiner, the founder of Waldorf education and biodynamic

agriculture. One goal of this conference is to stimulate discussion about the development of the Driftless Folk School as it moves to establish a centra

campus and more extended residential educational programs. Please join us and participate in this exciting conversation.

Some of the presenters include: Vicky Eiben from Viterbo University on folk school history and current successful models, Mike Frank from

Transition Town Viroqua on Re-skilling, Eric Anglada from New Hope Catholic Worker Farm on Peter Maurin and the Agronomic University, and

Ja cob Hu nd t fr om Yout h In iti at ive Hi gh Sch ool an d Dr if tle ss Fol k Sch oo l on Rud olf Ste in er s ide as on hig he r edu cat ion .

Date: Friday evening lecture - January 10

Saturday workshop - January 11, 2014

Time: Friday evening lecture - 7:00 9:00 p.m.

Saturday workshop 9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.

Course Fee: Friday lecture Free will offering

Saturday workshop - $60


special events

Come one,Come all,

to theViroqua

HarvestParade

October 12


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Peter Allen is an ecologist, grazier, andfounder of Savanna Gardens LLC, a

collaborative of farming enterprises dedicated to

ecologically generative livestock grazing and tree

crop establishment. He is also Executive

Director of the Restoration Agriculture Institute

- a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting

the implementation and development of

perennial ecosystem-based agricultural systems.

As a Ph.D. candidate at UW Madison, he iswriting a dissertation on the history, ecology,

and agricultural potential of Midwestern Oak

Savannas.

Eric Anglada is from the Driftless Regionof Iowa where he lives on the New Hope

Catholic Worker Farm with his wife and editor,

and soon-to-be a dozen other community

members.

Amy Arnold(right) is an artist

and mother of three

boys. She has madeher home and

studio along with

her artist husband

Kelsey Sauber Olds

at the end of a road

in the beautiful

Driftless area of

Wisconsin.

Finding deep satisfaction from making things

with her hands, Amy works in the garden, and

enjoys domestic life and homeschooling her

children- as well as the time she spends in her

studio. Whether collaborating on sculpture

with her husband or working with other artists

and community members for the Viroqua

Harvest Parade, or in her childrens homeschool

co-op she has found that creating together with

others is fun and inspiring!

Jordan Bendel (below) was born inViroqua, WI, and learned the sacred art of

beekeeping at age 12 from his grandfather and

father. Jordan has been keeping honey bees ever

since and even found a way to combine his

interest in bees with his undergraduate research

at UW La Crosse. Jordan graduated with a B.S.

in Microbiology and Chemistry and currently

works for a medical

instrument company

in Wisconsin. He

operates Wild Comb

Apiary which is

focused on natural

beekeeping

techniques, queen

rearing and comb

honey production

with his wife Jody

and their 4 children.

Mary T. Bell is the author of Mary BellsComplete Dehydrator Cookbook, Jerky People,

Just Jerky, Dehydration Made Simple, and Food

Drying with an Attitude. She promotes green

agriculture and encourages sustainable living and

lives at Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning

Center in Lanesboro, Minnesota.

Martha Buche has been sewing since shewas 8. She has designed and made her ownclothes from swimming suits to coats and shoes,

in addition to making many household items.

She worked as a professional costume designer

and in two different tailor shops over the years.

Her New Home sewing machine had been her

staunch companion for 30 years on three

continents. Martha is an artist who enjoys

working in a wide variety of media from fiber to

metal. She is also an Early Childhood teacher at

the Pleasant Ridge Waldorf School. She lives

with her family in Westby, WI.

Jamie Cermak(right) was a Work/Studyintern for the DFS in

2009. The beauty of the

land, the kindness of the

people, and the

excitement of the Folk

School lured him back to

the area shortly after.

Jamie studied sculpture in

college and has always

loved building and

making things with his

hands. He is a board member of the DFS and a

member of the Viroqua Harvest Parade. He has

enjoyed apple juice his whole life.

Linda Conroy (right) is an herbalist,cheese maker and whole food aficionado and

community organizer. She dedicates her life to

connecting with the natural world. After

apprenticing on several goat and herbal farms,

Linda continues to make food and medicine

from scratch in her own kitchen. Among the

many things she makes is cheese. She has been

doing so for close to 20 years and enjoys sharing

this and many other lost arts. Linda has a

certificate in permaculture design, a degree in

social work, has studied with Isla Burgess of the

International College of Herbal Medicine, and

has completed residential

herbal apprenticeships with

Susun Weed at the Wise

Woman Center as well as at

Ravencroft Gardens. She is

the founder of Moonwise

Herbs, the Midwest Women's

Herbal Conference and Wild

Eats: A Movement to

Promote Whole, Local and Wild Foods in

Community. Linda is a vibrant woman who

continually seeks to deepen her connection to

the natural world! www.moonwiseherbs.com.


Royce Curtis is a life-long hunter and aCertified Wisconsin DNR Hunter Safety

Education Instructor and also a Certified 4-H

Shooting Sports Leader. He is a retired teacher

and resides on a farm in Timber Coulee with hi

wife, French Brittany, and herd of Highland

cattle. He has hunted both small game and big

game in several states with rifle, shotgun, bow

and traditional muzzleloader. He especially

enjoys target shooting competitions with hitraditional muzzleloaders and his self bow. He

feels a special responsibility and joy in helpin

others learn and practice safe hunting and

firearm skills.

Summer Deal-Schulz (right) beganplaying viola in public

school later switching

to traditional genres.

Summer now plays old

time fiddle and claw

hammer banjo. She

has been playing/teaching fiddle and

banjo for 15 years.

She is a professional

Neuro Muscular massage therapist whose life

skills include gardening, music, natural buildin

and homesteading. She lives with her family on

a homestead in Hillsboro, WI. You can read

much more about the Deal-Schulz famil

homestead in an article published in th

April/May 2010 edition of Mother Earth New

entitled 'Learning to Live a Self-Sufficient Life'.

Zac Fittipaldi entered the crafting andprimitive skills world in Montana in 2004, when

he shot a deer and tried to turn it into clothing

Since then, hes actually figured out how to do it

Along the way, hes met many wonderfu

students and teachers. One of those being a yea

long apprenticeship in the coast range of Oregon

he learned many different styles of basketr

and how to harvest the materials from hi

surroundings.

Jim Hallberg- WDRT has been on the locaairwaves since Sept. 17, 2010- Jim Hallberg ha

been with the station (in some form or another

since 2003 following the Kickapoo

Conversations where he naively said Hey, let'

start a community radio station. Learning tha

it wasn't as easy as mailing in a request for one to

the FCC, he stayed with his dream and many

others hitched on to it along the way. Now we

have a genuine full power FM radio station on

Main Street in Viroqua and it is really something

special.

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Driftless Folk School Instructors



InstructorsNicholas Gale (below) has been a lifelongstudent of nature observation, Earth-sufficient

lifeways, and traditional crafts. From childhood

adventures in the Kickapoo Valley and Northern

Appalacia, to travels to the far corners of the

Americas, these passions for the Earth and Her

Gifts have given meaning and depth to life. A

year and a half spent immersed in the forests of

northern Wisconsin, learning to care for himself

and a small group almost exclusively from the

Earth's offerings solidified this life's dedicationto Earth skills. Finding love and family in

southern Wisconsin has focused this dedication

on learning the year round seasonal harvests of

our area and providing an abundant life for

himself and his family through them. Sharing

these interests and skills with others through

classes and outings has brought challenge,

fulfillment, and diversity to a life lived in

connection with the human kind's Ancient

Ways. He teaches foraging, wilderness skills,

traditional crafts

and nature

observation as

vehicles to adeeper

connection with

the natural

world that

surrounds us.

Kjersten Hallin (below) has a degree inFine Arts, and Art Education K-12 from the

University of MN. She has been teaching for

over 25 years in both public and private settings,

including Waldorf Schools and Eco-Art Camps,

and has made a career as Magic Mama: Eco-edu-

tainer, combining music, art and environmental

education in an entertaining way. She made her

first batch of paper while still in high school and

taught paper making (among other things) for

Community Education in Duluth, MN while

attending college. The art of paper became a

focal point for her own body of work, literally, as

she began casting peoples bodies to create

sculptural paper forms.

JohnHolzwart(right) is a

broom maker,

artist, gardener,

wild forager,

and along with

his partner, is

the proprietor

of Moonwise

Herbs. He hasbeen collecting

and using

things from nature since childhood. Whether

he is collecting branches for broom handles

mushrooms for supper, or fibrous plants for

cordage, he is always inspired by the natural

world. John has studied beginning and

advanced broom making, cordwood masonry,

has mastered the art of cordage making, creates

rustic furniture, fences and trellises, and has a

certi ficate in permaculture desi gn.

www.broomsbylittlejohn.com

Jacob Hundt (below) grew up on aDriftless Region dairy farm near Coon Valley.

He was one of the founding students of the

Youth Initiative High School in Viroqua, where

he currently teaches humanities, sciences, and

more. He attended Deep Springs College in

California, where he worked as a cowboy before

receiving a BA in History from the American

University in Bulgaria and an MA in Social

Science from the University of Chicago. Jacob

and his wife

Sofya Blyum-

Hundt have

a small farm

and vineyardnear

Viroqua,

where they

live with their three children. Jacob is one of the

founders of the Driftless Folk School.

Vince & Dawn Hundt: Vince grewup as the tenth of thirteen children on a small

dairy farm near Middle Ridge, WI and Dawn

hails from Michigans Upper Peninsula.

Together, they have operated their own ridgetop

dairy farm near Coon Valley since 1978,

transitioning to organics in the late 1980s. They

have raised 4 children and established the

Rotochopper company, which designs and

markets industrial grinders. Both Vince and

Dawn are long time volunteers with local

organizations such as Norskedalen, Pleasant

Ridge Waldorf School, and the Youth Initiative

High School. Woodland conservation,

sustainable forest management, and traditional

Wisconsin foods play important roles in their

lives. One of their current projects is St.

Brigids Meadows, an organic farm partnership

raising grassfed beef cattle, milking jerseys, and

other sustainable farm products.

Rikardo Jahnke (below) has beenorcharding since 1996, and grafting longer than

that. He has been selling apples, cider, jams and

other value added products at Viroqua Farmers

Market for 10 years. He grows 53 varieties o

apples. Rikardo lives in Crawford County, WI.

Maureen Karlstad (below) is the owneand operator of Pierce Hill Studio, has worked asa potter for over 30 years, developing a style of

functional pottery that is inspired by the

traditions of Japan and England. She is a

founding member of VIVA Gallery, an artists

cooperative in Viroqua. She is also an integra

part of the annual Viroqua Empty Bowls Project

Maureen brings years of teaching experience to

her pottery classes and enjoys sharing her

beautiful studio space with anyone interested in

working with clay.

Dan Johnson is the owner of MidwesEarth Builders (MEB) a company specializing in

construction that incorporates natural building

materials and energy efficient design. Midwes

Earth Builders produces a masonry block made

from local clay soils that was recognized as one of

the top ten sustainable building products in

2008 by Sustainable Industries Magazine. Dan

has also consulted and worked on some of Iowa

and Wisconsins most innovative green

buildings. He lives on a small farm in northern

Crawford county where he raises a few steers

grows raspberries, restores prairie and fixes old

farm buildings. www.midwestearthbuilders.com



Eric Jones is a Master Beer Judge (BJCP) isobsessed with fermentation! Most of his waking

moments are spent making beer, mead and

pickles; the rest of the time is spent tasting them

or learning more about them. Eric has been

making beer and mead for over a decade, and

taught various classes on each for F.H. King

Students for Sustainable Agriculture at UW-

Madison and Speed Skilling at Inn Serendipity.

Each summer his attention shifts away from

making beverages a bit as he preserves/fermentsproduce from his garden and CSA shares to feast

on till the next season.

Lynn Kronschnabel has had lifelonginterests in ethnobotany, nutrition, whole foods,

health and fitness, art and travel. Lynn grew up

in rural Manitowoc, where she spent much time

in the woods, exploring, collecting, creating

things with her hands, and learning. After

receiving a BA in Anthropology and Art History,

she worked in the Natural Resources Field for 14

years. Lynn has spent recent years focusing on

food, having been a founder of Fizzeology

(dedicated to the art of Lactofermentation) and

now working with cacao and chocolate making.

She is passionate about whole foods, mindful

eating, exercise, dancing, travel, and good

chocolate.

Angie Lemar is the Program Director for thenon-profit Recycling Connections Corporation.

She received her degree in Soils and Waste

Resources from UW-Stevens Point and has been

composting for almost 15 years. She became a

Master Composter in 1999 and in 2010 attended

the Midwest Compost School. She lives with her

husband and two sweet daughters on Avalanche

Ranch off the West Fork of the Kickapoo River.

Edward Stanton Lemar is an award-winning singer/songwriter, playwright, multi-

instrumentalist, wedding officiant, story teller, &

festival organizer. He is based in the rolling hills

of the Driftless area in Southwest Wisconsin on

a farm along the West Fork of the Kickapoo

River. Ed plays the guitar, didgeridoo, piano,

pump organ, flute, sax, various percussion,

ukulele, and more.

Ed has written plays, musicals, PSA's, theme

songs, singing banana-grams, soundtracks for

puppet theater, and telephone hold music. Ed

just released his 11th album. Ed has been

traveling the world collecting instruments and

sharing his music for almost 2 decades. His

music, stories & theatrics are a favorite among

music festivals, art fairs, barn dances, college

radio and concert series.

Amorin Mello (below) grew up with thenorth woods and drifting snow banks of

Bayfield County where he first learned to craft

art with natural resources. Amorin is a

permaculture activist and has led natural

building projects with Burners Without

Borders, Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival, Lake

Superior Traditional Ways Gathering, Red Cliff

Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, and

Northland College. Amorin has previously

served both the Bad River and Red Cliff Bandsof Lake Superi or Chippewa through

AmeriCorps*VISTA, and currently serves on

the Board of Directors for the Chequamegon

Bay Habitat for Humanity. Amorin is a

resource for families that are building their own

earthen homes.

Mike Nordskog lives on a farm nearViroqua with his wife and three children. He

grew up on the north shore of Lake Superior

and first delved into sauna history while

rehabilitating his family's lakeside cedar-log bath

house. His award-winning book "The Opposite

of Cold: The Northwoods Finnish Sauna

Tradition," published in 2010 by the University

of Minnesota Press, explores the introduction of

sauna to the region by Finnish immigrants and

documents how the popularity of this soothing

and healthful bathing practice has endured.

Brandon Norsted is an explorer of manythings. You may find him mushroom hunting

in the warmer months, repairing old Subarus,

making furniture, brewing beer and building all

sorts of other things the rest of the time. He

lives in Madison with his wife and son and is

currently employed as a product developer for a

start-up called Rowheels. He also runs an

alternative contemporary art space in his

backyard call PIER 12_18.

Grant Olson is a gardener, and teacherwho developed an interest in self-sufficient

living while growing up in the fields and forests

of southwest Wisconsin. He currently creates

educational and interpretive content for Seed

Savers Exchange in Decorah, Iowa, and

maintains their display gardens during the

growing season.

Jon Passi is an educator and advocate foralternative energy and sustainable technologies

with over 30 years construction experience, who

moved to the area in 2006 in order to build a

nearly zero-energy, well insulated, off-grid home

utilizing photovoltaics and batteries for power

solar for water and radiant floor heat, and a

windmill to pump water. He is also a residentia

solar hot water and photovoltaic assessor for the

state of Wisconsin. Now that the house is done

he's working locally, playing music, enjoying thedriftless region, and trying to live light on the

earth.

Michelle Rasmussen has been blessedto live her passion of training horses and people

since 2004 when she began studying and using

Parelli Natural Horsemanship. As a mother o

four young children at the time, her goal was to

teach the children to be safe, confident and

understand how horses think. Her goals have

expanded to teaching others who want to learn

to be natural with their animals. She has trained

many horses and has five of four different breeds

of her own. Each horse teaches her daily theimportance of growing as a natural horseman

while having fun and using her God-given gifts to

inspire, encourage and help her students and

horses. Her husband of 31 years, Brian, i

supportive and appreciative of her business and

the horses. www.morningstarstables.com

Corky (Coreen) Roethel has been aHunter Education Instructor since 2004 with the

Coon Valley Conservation Club and an assistant

with the Viroqua Hunter Education class. She

was an instructor for Women In The Outdoors

pheasant hunting class in 2003. She also is a

mentor for hunters new to the sport of pheasant

hunting. She is owner/operator of Badgerland

Pheasant Farm, LLC hunting preserve nea

Westby, WI.

Doug Sandberg is the owner of SandbergArchitecture and Design and has over 20 years o

experience as an architect. He has a specia

interest in environmentally

responsible design and healthy materials, and

the challenge of creating efficient small spaces

exemplified by his own home for which he was

the architect, developer and genera

contractor. www.sandbergarchitecture.com

Kelsey Sauber-Olds has been workingwith wood for the past 15 years. He earned a

degree in sculpture before teaching himself the

art and craft of furniture making. Kelsey owns

and operates a small woodworking studio where

he specializes in custom furniture and cutting

boards. His shop is attached to the home he

shares with his wife and their three young boys

outside Viroqua, Wisconsin. Kelsey has recently

put furniture making on the back burner to work

with his wife on a series of collaborative

sculptures.

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Instructors



Erin Schneider (below), farms, facilitates,and loves fruit. She co-owns Hilltop CommunityFarm, a small-scale diverse CSA (CommunitySupportedAgriculture)operation in LaValle WI, whereshe, in partnershipwith her husbandRob McClure,specialize in

agroforestry andunique varieties ofMidwest fruits- -uti li zi ng forestgardening as a technique to plant their youngorchard. Erin brings over 14 years experiencedesigning programs that further innovation andcollaboration in sustainable agriculture and hassupported farme

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