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MERCK FOREST WORKSHOPS

Register by calling 802-394-7836.

Spring 2008


All workshops will take place rain or shine unless otherwise noted. Please register early! Most classes have limited enrollment; others may be canceled if minimum enrollment is not met. Please give 24 hour's notice if you cannot attend so that we may open the space to someone else. We reserve the right to charge no shows.

Card Making

Saturday, April 26, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Join local artist Jane Davies for a handmade cardmaking workshop. Jane has 17 years of experience as an artist and will guide participants in making handmade cards using a variety of materials and collage techniques. This is a great opportunity to make a Mother’s Day and other special occasion cards. Feel free to bring photographs and/or collage materials to incorporate into your cards. You will come away with new skills and inspiration for all of your card-making projects, as well as several unique cards for your loved ones. Participants should bring a sturdy pair of scissors. All materials will be provided.
$12.00/members $15.00/non-members

Building a Dry Stone Wall

Saturday, May 3, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
How many times have you seen an old building site and the only thing left standing was the stone wall? Building a dry stone wall takes patience and foresight. For a wall to last a century or more each and every stone must be placed just so. Learn which stones will stand the test of time by joining Tom Ward in this hands-on workshop. Participants will study native stone and help to build a wall at Merck Forest. A heavy pair of gloves and good boots are a must!
$8.00/members $10.00/non-members

Rug Hooking

Saturday, May 10, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Liz Williams of McAdoo Rugs will teach a two hour punch rug hooking workshop. Students will learn the basic technique of making these rugs out of virgin wool yarn which is hand-dyed at McAdoo's. The fee includes use of the materials - frames, needles, scissors, yarn, etc. Participants will be working on individual 6"x6" samplers. Participants are advised that they will be learning the technique of rug hooking and will not going home with a finished piece. Chairpads and rug kits, materials and instruction book will be available for sale.
$10.00/members $12.00/non-members

Trail Stewards Work Day

Saturday, June 7, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Come join Stewardship Educators Deb Lyon and Melissa Patterson for a day out on the trails. We will be getting our trails ready for the summer hiking season. Participants should bring lunch, a water bottle, rain gear and wear sturdy boots! This program is open to participants age 15 and over. No experience necessary! Free and open to the public
$0.00/members $0.00/non-members

Working with Draft Horses

Saturday, June 14, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Learn the basics of working with draft horses. Larry Newcombe will be here with his team of horses showing people how to harness, hitch the team and do some ground driving. Bring a bag/picnic lunch. Space is limited. $40/members, $50/non-members
$40.00/members $50.00/non-members

Plant Identification: Walking with the Weedman

Saturday, June 28, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
"Weedman" Steven Schlussel leads a "weed" walk to discover the wonders of nature of Merck Forest & Farmland Center. Participants will learn to identify plants with culinary and medicinal uses and which to avoid, as well as other native flowers. Traditional and historical uses of these plants, some botany as well as bits of plant humor will be mixed into the discussion. Participants should wear sturdy walking shoes, and should bring a notebook, magnifying glass, a snack and some drinking water. Mr. Schlussel is co-founder of Casa Verde Herbs and firstherb.com, and has been leading "Weed Walks" for 10 years.
$8.00/members $10.00/non-members
info@merckforest.org    802 394-7836 - Fax: 802 394-2519    3270 Route 315, Rupert, VT 05768