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It’s happening & it’s spring time! It’s happening & it’s spring time!
Mors Kochanski would say "likely 75% of your knowl Mors Kochanski would say "likely 75% of your knowledge should be about plants! May 30-31 for our unique plant retreat series. https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/spring-wild-edible-medicinal-utilitarian-may-plant-retreat-tickets-595430959027 Another amazing testimony: After taking a number of Spring and Summer bushcraft course across the State, I had the good fortune to attend Kelly Harlton’s recent 7-day Cold Weather Wilderness training in Dapp, Alberta. Without a doubt, it was the single best wilderness training experience of my entire life. Kelly Harlton is truly an outstanding teacher and embodies all of the qualities of an expert Instructor; he is patient, compassionate, thoughtful and a master of bushcraft skills in the Boreal Forest. He was competently assisted by co-instructors Perry Kulmatyski and Mike Zacharuk, who provided both good humor and support to students (like me) who sometimes struggled to complete certain projects during the training. In addition, Hayley Rothenberg provided excellent logistical support by coordinating daily meals and meeting the needs of students over the course of the training. Hayley made everything work well for the students. This is a fantastic team that cares about its students and what they are learning. Among many of Kelly’s talents is his ability to weave various wilderness survival topics and bushcraft skills together so that his training flows nicely and makes sense to his students. He helps the student develop the mindset to live in the wilderness, especially under harsh and at times freezing conditions. As the training progressed, I often found myself saying “Hmm, how would Kelly approach this problem?” or “What did I learn from his last talk that I should be thinking about in doing the current project?”. Kelly provided both a way of thinking in the wilderness and the development of the right attitude to face challenges. I strongly recommend this course or any course that Kelly and his team teach to a student who earnestly wants to learn. Scott Bird USA
A special day! Bees were unwrapped for a peek & em A special day! Bees were unwrapped for a peek & emergency feed after being wrapped up since October. A long winter for bees & we discovered our bees were strong & in great numbers! What a surprise! Andrew made them sugar cake for a boost. They weren’t that happy to see us (hence full protection) mainly because no incoming food, cold weather, and things touching them. Mostly bees are quite docile. Well done Andrew Angus for making all this happen! 🐝
Forest lives his own name, he’s got the most swe Forest lives his own name, he’s got the most sweetest & gentle well adjusted disposition I know. An emanate ability to know…I’m not a dog person & I’m humbled by his nature because I’m not there yet…
Testimonies are the best so I’m going to feature Testimonies are the best so I’m going to feature one each week. ————— Highly Recommend this Experience.... I entered into the Winter Survival Skills course with no knowledge or experience of how to explore, survive and play in the Winter Wild. While temperatures dropped to -35C at times, there was still a playful atmosphere as we enjoyed building shelters, an outdoor steam bath, tools and snow skii's using basic implements and our bare hands. The course was a delightful mix of unfamiliarity, pushing boundaries, comradery and enjoyable connection with the elements......(There were even moments that felt down right luxurious!!) All of this, of course, curated by the unmatched birlliance of head instructor Kelly Harlton (nicknamed Bushcraft Santa:) whose skills are only surpassed by his kindness and patience. Mike & Perry who assisted in the course supported us by directing more advanced students onto their next projects while patiently helping those of us who are new in catching up. They also ensured that our basic camp supplies were stocked and took care of many little details. Hayleys warmth and care for the participants and vision for the weeks unfolding made it possible for me to have the winter experience of 'being in the wild' that I was looking for, while being nourished by good food and a few special experiences to round it all out. After arriving home, I knew something in me had changed forever, although I'm not able yet to say what that is. I'm forever touched to be introduced to such an upstanding community through this experience and very much look forward to the next. Sheena Andrea elementsofhayley.com
Only day 2 & already the magical vibe is setting i Only day 2 & already the magical vibe is setting in, with some really cool people & with some serious backbone behind the scenes making it all happen. Perry, Kelly & Mike WOWZA! So much soul goes into making it all seamlessly work. Building up for the cold front coming in with -30 over night for our campers & great time to test their sleeping systems & gear!
Setting up camp nearly completed for our 7 day win Setting up camp nearly completed for our 7 day winter skill immersion beginning tomorrow! Let the magic begin! elementsofhayley.com & ATA!
Yes we are making 2023 happen! Why? A unique summe Yes we are making 2023 happen! Why? A unique summer happening calendar that makes what we do stand out! Why? You will see, it’s happening !
We are excited with the 2023 upcoming courses! Did We are excited with the 2023 upcoming courses! Did you know we customize personal workshops & we travel to your preferred location & we can make anything happen when it comes to the great outdoors! Get on our mailing list for 2023 offerings coming soon! 🙂elementsofhayley.com
Forest moonlight training, giving him the security Forest moonlight training, giving him the security of being in the bush. He’s so smart and chilled.
Wolf moon on the homestead Wolf moon on the homestead
Yep this happened ! Yep this happened !
Check out all of these stellar courses coming up : Check out all of these stellar courses coming up :)
Super cold day setting up the group winter tents t Super cold day setting up the group winter tents today. I thought my nose was going to drop off ! Temps at least -30 & more with windchill. 🥶
Winter evenings are the best… Winter evenings are the best…
I did my first ever willow weaving basket weekende I did my first ever willow weaving basket weekender. Gosh it was challenging but the super duper warm hearted Candice Cullum with coolest patience to match made this weekend soooo much fun. What an inspiring instructor! Oh and guess what you can make your own baskets in March 2023 because the ATA is running another! Check it out because spots won’t last long & give your name to Perry Kulmatyski to get on the list! perry@albertatrappers.com elementsofhayley.com
elementsofhayley.com. WINTER SKILLS 7 DAYS IMMERS elementsofhayley.com. WINTER SKILLS 7 DAYS IMMERSION WITH KELLY HARLTON & ALBERTA CENTRE FOR TRAPPING & BUSHCRAFT Join us & dive deep into survival skills, bushcraft, self sufficiency & wilderness living under the skilled tutelage of Kelly Harlton & Alberta Centre for Trapping & Bushcraft. 7 days of magical winter skills in a beautiful setting by the lake where time stops, the stars twinkle, the moon is bright, the fire is warm and the itinerary is excellent. All learning is in a relaxed manner, safe and holistic environment with masterful & quality instruction that is incomparable. Maybe make your own ski-shoes? Perhaps sleep in a thermal shelter? Primitive cooking? Understand fire? Oh Knots? Go on an evening snowshoe & hike across the frozen lake? Learn the old ways & go back in time….and so much more…. Price includes: All evening meals, cosy shared canvas outfitter tents with wood stoves & sleeping platforms, communal outdoor kitchen, hot tent & outdoor classroom & materials. Coffee & bush tea. Optional – bring your own winter tent or shelter. Course Objective: To raise confidence and impart practical winter skills for wilderness & living skills and survival through hands-on experience. Becoming aware of the ways of nature and hone your nature awareness skills and to see. Location: Dapp, Alberta More details & schedule after sign up.
Catching the last of the magical Fall weather ! Catching the last of the magical Fall weather !
An unexpected find along a trail in the middle of An unexpected find along a trail in the middle of October, yummy!
Pretty cool Northern lights & stars tonight ! Pretty cool Northern lights & stars tonight !
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