Honoring the Animal

Many indigenous peoples view hunting as a sacred experience where the animal surrenders its physical body for the hunter’s survival. To honor that ultimate gift which the animal has given, the hunter uses as much of the animal as possible, seeing that nothing goes to waste. This course will show you how to use all parts of an animal as you make bone awls, needles, fish hooks, and other tools; process the sinew, intestine, and hide for cordage; sew rawhide containers, make hide glue and much more. This is a hands-on program emphasizing a respect for the gift of the animals, while adding wonderful and useful tools to your craft box or basket.

Date(s): Not offered in 2008
Location: Shelton, WA
Length: 3 days
Cost: $345

(includes all course materials, great meals, and on-site tenting)

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