Carve, bend and lace your own pair of wooden ash snowshoes as this course explores the traditional Ojibwe style. Pointed at both ends, this snowshoe design is efficient for travel through both wooded areas or across frozen lakes and open expanses. You will steam bend and shape ash frames and mortise in crosspieces with simple hand tools. The class will learn traditional techniques for lacing their shoes using lightweight, hollowed nylon cord. Traditional bindings will also be provided and their uses will covered in detail. For an additional cost, students may choose to lace their snowshoes with traditional rawhide. Course discussions include a variety of binding types and their application. The end result is a satisfying reflection of craftsmanship and skills handed down through the generations. Students who desire to spend more time completing the intricate lacework of both snowshoes may choose to register for an additional fourth day. If you choose to lace your snowshoes with traditional rawhide, please notify the registrar at the time of registration. The additional materials cost is $240 and will be collected at the start of the course.

Dates

Fri, Nov 18, 2011 - Sun, Nov 20, 2011 Course Full - Please call for wait list *
Fri, Jan 20, 2012 - Sun, Jan 22, 2012

Course Details

* The Nov 18, 2011 course is part of the Winterer's Gathering & Arctic Film Festival event

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