Practice the ancient art of basket weaving to craft a functional handmade basket for your home using traditionally prepared black ash splints! Join instructor Zac Fittipaldi in creating a large hexagonal open weave basket from northern black ash tree splints, hand-harvested and prepared by the instructor.
About Woodslore with Doug ElliottWhether he’s pointing out poison ivy, pontificating on possums, extolling the virtues of dandelions, pondering the “nature” in human nature, telling wild snake tales, or wailing out a jivey harmonica tune, beloved Firefly Gathering elder Doug Elliott is known for his lively storytelling presentations as well as his broad, practical, scientific […]
About the Workshop: Introduction to Birds & Bird LanguageJoin longtime Firefly Gathering instructor Luke Cannon on this exciting introduction to the amazing lives of birds! In this discussion-based class, Luke will share his knowledge about birds’ incredible adaptations and how to interpret their vocalizations and actions to learn more about the world around us. Through […]
About the Workshop: Our Magnificent TreesJoin us for a wonderful time learning about the magnificent trees of our region and their incredible uses and folklore. Beyond being beautiful and inspiring, trees are foundational to the life and ecology of our forests and the wellbeing of our planet. As leaf mass and bramble fall into dormancy, […]
Grow your foraging skills with this immersive Winter Botany and Wild Foraging Workshop
About the Workshop: Blacksmithed Spoons and LadlesBack by popular demand, and led by our always entertaining Tod Kershaw, engineer turned off-grid dumpster diver extraordinaire! In this Blacksmithing class, Todd will walk us through the ins and outs of DIY Blacksmithing, how to forage for metal in the scrap heaps, and so much more! This class […]
About the Workshop: Spring Wildflowers of the Southern AppalachiansJoin naturalist Luke Cannon for a full-day adventure into the heart of the Southern Appalachian wilderness, where wildflowers are more than just beautiful—they are storytellers, healers, and companions in the landscape.As we hike through lush forests and meadows, you’ll learn to identify native plants, explore their medicinal […]
About the Workshop: Intro to Fruit Tree GraftingJoin renowned horticulturist and farmsteader Cailen Campbell, who has been nurturing Appalachia’s orchards for over 30 years, for an unforgettable journey into the art and science of grafting! This interactive workshop will dive into the fascinating history of grafting, explain why it’s a cornerstone of horticulture, and uncover […]
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Lily is an artist, creator, and dreamer. Since a very young age, she has been immersed in the natural world and draws heavy inspiration from the wild. Though her medium changes frequently, Lily’s art and expression always incorporate an element of the organic and unpredictable. She got her associate in fine arts in 2023, and now volunteers at her school as a ceramic studio monitor. She hopes to open a studio of her own one day to have a place to teach and inspire others. In addition to doing commission work, Lily has been creating many graphics for The Firefly Gathering since 2019. Lily grew up in the Earthskills community from the time she was eight years old, so having the opportunity to grow and give back in so many ways has been incredibly fulfilling. No matter where she ends up, this group of people and ideas will always hold a special place in her heart.
