CLICK HERE: Focus on Earthskills Club: New Classes, workshops and podcast link, too!

[Juanita Martin]

• Wed, Feb 26 at 12:56 PM

  EarthSkills Original Technology Series Reawaken Ancestral Knowledge Classes taking place every Saturday of the month — All spring long! Bridge the connection between yourself & nature, learn how to take care of your basic needs as provided by your local environment! EarthSkills of Manitou offers you a unique opportunity to engage in time-tested techniques that our ancestors have used to thrive in harmony with nature for millena.  Reconnect with a sense of belonging on the land as we experience hands-on learning every second Saturday of the month, this spring at Smokebrush Farm. Rediscover the fundamental skills that make us humans wild!  🪢 Fiber & Cordage – Saturday, March 8th Get hands-on as you learn the ancient art of fiber processing and cordage making. These fundamental skills were once key to creating tools, shelter, and clothing from the earth. Practice knot-tying and craft your own ultralight backpack tie 🪨 Stone & Bone Tools – Saturday, April 12th Step into the past and learn to craft cutting tools from stone and bone. Discover how our ancestors used these natural materials to make practical, sustainable tools. hape natural materials into functional, biodegradable tools and discover the power of rocks! 🔥 Friction Fire Building – Saturday, May 10th Feel the spark! Tap into the power of fire building, the ancient survival skill that helped early humans survive and thrive. Learn to use a hand and bow drill to start a fire from scratch, using local woods and natural materials to spark a flame. Rekindle your connection to nature!       first class on the schedule: Fiber & Cordage Saturday, March 8th 2025 12:00 pm — 2:30 pm 📍 Red Crags Arts and Agriculture House 302 El Paso Blvd, Manitou Springs, CO Questions? Text: 719-678-6375     💵 $15 - $30 Suggested Donation RSVP by Google Forum Here! Upcoming Earthskills Club Events and Workshops Wild Origin Nature Connection  🗓️ Last Saturday of the month all spring long! ⏰ 9am - 10:30 am 💵 $10 - $15 Suggested Donation 📍Red Crags Arts & Agriculture House 302 El Paso Blvd, Manitou Springs CO ✨RSVP by Google Forum Here! ✨ Questions? Text 719-678-6375 You Can Tend Wild Plants Too! — Hands-On Learning, Real-World Impact A Spring Equinox Celebration  🗓️ Thursday, March 20th  ⏰ 5:00 pm — 8:00 pm  💵 $20 tickets 📍Rockledge House  328 El Paso Blvd, Manitou Springs, CO 80829 Learn more about Austin and Iraiah   studio809podcasts.com Studio 809 Podcasts brings you voices of the Pikes Peak Region – thoughtful, respectful and intelligent podcasts for local residents. THIS is what community sounds like!   Listen to the EarthSkills of Manitou Interview on Studio 809 Podcast Host/co-producer Ally Richardson and guests Iraiah & Austin – who run Smokebrush’s Earth Skill Club – talk about facilitating opportunities in our local community to foster deeper connections, not only with fellow humans but with all living things in our surrounding ecosystems. Deeply engage your senses, so together we can witness how living closely with our earth is practical, accessible, & tangible. Tune in to explore how these ancient practices can enrich our modern lives. Click here to listen ROCKLEDGE HOUSE • RED CRAGS ARTS and AGRICULTURE HOUSE • ONALEDGE HOUSE Historic mountain estates thoughtfully transformed into an expansive retreat and urban farm destination — a haven for wellness, creativity, and connection. Nestled in the majestic Rocky Mountain foothills near the healing mineral waters of Manitou Springs, this serene environment is designed to be a peaceful space for deepening your practice.   All tickets for our events and workshops are now available through Humanitix, a platform that transforms booking fees into funding for vital education, healthcare, and community initiatives. Ticket links and details for all events can be found at events.humanitix.com/host/smokebrush-foundation-for-the-arts Smokebrush Foundation |  [e-mail] | smokebrush.org   Since 1992, the Smokebrush Foundation for the Arts has produced and presented innovative arts experiences that foster creativity and collaboration. Providing creative leadership and inspiring positive change in the Southern Colorado community and beyond.    Want to host a workshop or event? Email [e-mail] Interested in reserving a space for a wedding or private function? Email [e-mail]

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