Adult Workshop

Marina Vasquez, from the highlands of Huehuetenango, Guatemala, is here to share her expertise in pine needle basketry. Participants will learn about various types of baskets, the materials required, how to collect and cure pine needles, and receive step-by-step instructions for crafting their own basket. Each participant will have the opportunity to start and complete […]

Join Estefania Villaquirán, creator of Natural Integrators, for a fun and creative step-by-step paper-making workshop. You will learn firsthand the techniques of working with recycled materials and pressed flowers to create one-of-a-kind sheets of paper. By repurposing fiber from old books and egg cartons, you will dive into the process of shredding, blending, pulping, screening, […]

Just in time for the holiday season, Mike Masek from The Forager's Path returns to lead our popular Winter Holiday Herb Workshop. This hands-on workshop will guide you in creating unique, useful gifts for friends, family, or even yourself.   Participants will learn to make two herbal products: Aromatic Herbal Honey – A delicious remedy for […]

The winter chill is here, warm up by building your own tea! This workshop with Ashley Doyle from Cinderfly Apothecary is designed to uplift your spirits in the midst of winter while teaching you how to craft personalized tea blends, for self-care or to share with loved ones! With February on the horizon, we will […]

Discover the vibrant and tactile art of felt painting in this beginner-friendly workshop led by artist Nox Chetcuti! Felt painting is a unique technique that uses colorful wool fibers to create stunning, textured artworks that can resemble traditional paintings. With just wool, this workshop will teach you to make a coaster or small felt painting. In this hands-on […]

Step back in time and learn the ancient art of stone tool making in this engaging 2-hour workshop led by Logan Simpson archaeologists Byl Bryce and Gavin Wisner! What You’ll Learn: The stages of tool-making, from raw materials to finished tools. Techniques like hard- and soft-hammer percussion, pressure flaking, and indirect percussion used by ancient toolmakers. Insights into prehistoric stone […]

Morel mushrooms are one of the most sought-after edible fungi throughout the world. Despite the dry desert climate of Arizona, the past several years have unveiled a surprising diversity of morels in the State from desert washes to mountain forests. This is your opportunity to learn about the morel mushrooms that can be found when […]

POSTPONED due to low enrollment. Future date TBD. Join us for a guided birding walk at Thorpe Park!Learn the basics of birdwatching, including how to use binoculars and field guides, identify birds by sight and sound, and understand bird behavior and habitat. Led by local birding expert Tim Weber, this outdoor walk will explore Thorpe Park’s pond […]

June 14th, 2025 - 9AM-3PM Willow Bend Environmental Education Center, in collaboration with the Forager's Path School of Botanical Studies, is hosting a Native Herb Festival that you don’t want to miss! This all day event will be full of expert-led workshops, including hands-on opportunities and informative plant walks. Participants sign up for a day-pass, […]

Join us for a fun and creative evening learning the art of paper quilling—a relaxing craft that uses coiled strips of paper to create beautiful designs! In this beginner-friendly workshop, you'll create a handmade flower card, perfect for celebrating summer or gifting to someone special. No prior experience is necessary—just bring your imagination! All supplies […]