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2/1: Bushcraft Basics: Survival Fishing Reel with Northwest Natura (Maple Falls)
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-An Introduction to Bushcraft in the Pacific Northwest
-Survival priorities
-Plant ID basics for harvesting wood for hand reels and rods
-Several carving techniques
-Craft your own survival fishing reel AKA Hobo Reel from start to finish
-Including hollow compartment in your reel to hold weights
-Learn knots to secure your monofilament line and braided bank line (handle) on the reel
-Practice casting (without bait and hook unless you are licensed to fish at the Nooksack River)
-We will practice all of these skills together in this full-day course.
Northwest Natura is providing materials including:
-Morakniv 511 and Companion knives for day-use
-Raw materials for your kit
-Black bank line
-12lb monofilament fishing line
-Sinkers and hooks
-Saws and axes for day-use (limited supply)
A list of basic things for you to bring to this course will be provided in an email 3-4 days before the event.
You are not required to bring your own outdoor tools, but you are welcome to.
Items such as a sharp carving knife (like Morakniv 106), hatchet, folding hand saw, lighter or heavier fishing line (I am providing 12lb line), bank line in your favorite color (I am providing black), and your own special hooks and lures to deck out your kit.
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This class is designed for adults (16+) who are interested in learning new skills and practicing self-reliance outdoors while having fun!
Space is limited. Please register via the event website, found on the flyer image.