Basket Workshop: Guide Pack
Join us to make your very own pack basket with Wood Thrush Wilderness owner and educator Jessica Steele!
Reservations
Required
To reserve your space, please email suzanne@wellsnerr.org or call (207) 646-1555 x116.
Pricing
- Members: $120.00
- Non-Members: $150.00
Location
Mather Auditorium


Join us to make your own pack basket with Jessica Steele from Wood Thrush Wilderness! Participants have the option to choose from three different basket sizes. Please see details below and register for the basket of your choice! (Please note the size, time, and cost differences for each option).
- Explorer Pack Basket (10-12" tall), 9am-3pm, $100/member and $125/non-member
- Guide Pack Basket (17" tall), 9am-5pm, $120/member and $150/non-member
- Expedition Pack Basket (21" tall), 9am-6pm, $136/member and $170/non-member
Join us for our upcoming Guide Pack Basket Course! Whether you're a seasoned weaver or have never tried your hand at weaving before, this course is perfect for you.
Our instructors will provide step-by-step instructions to help you create your very own 17" tall basket using premium reed. These pack baskets are not only functional but also versatile, making them ideal for ice fishing, day hiking, attending music festivals, or simply visiting your local co-op. Plus, they make a fantastic gift for that special someone in your life! By the end of the course, not only will you walk away with a unique pack basket that you've crafted with your own hands, but also with lifelong weaving skills.
About the Presenter
Jessica Steele, owner of Wood Thrush Wilderness LLC, has a deep passion for the wilderness and for teaching. She has been working in the field of adventure and environmental education for more than 35 years. This leg of her journey is about connecting more deeply with herself, others, and the wilderness. Join her for a program of connection, learning, and growing.
