12:30pm - Crafting Full Circle

Crafting Full Circle  - 12:30-2:30pm

During this weekend workshop, participants will learn how to make paper out of reed canaray grass, and invasive species found at Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary. In doing so we will also be exploring the impact invasive plants have on ecology, and biological processes that are taking place in paper production.

From the of collection invasive plants, creating the pulp, and exploring the techniques of making sheets of paper- each step of making your own paper! Our last week we will have art supplies set out to test out what you’ve made.

Where: The Nature House - Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary

When: Saturday afternoon 12:30 – 2:30pm 

Who: All ages welcome; Please have any participants under 15 accompanied by an adult.

Cost: $20

If cost is a barrier to attending this program, please reach out: restoration@swanlake.bc.ca

Cancellation policy: Cancellations requested more than 72 hours before the start of the program will be subject to a 25% fee. Cancellations requested within less than 72 hours before the start of the program, or any no-shows, are non-refundable. We are unable to provide make up sessions or partial refunds for missed days. 

Accessibility notice: Please be aware that this program involces up close contact to paper pulp that may have a texture that some individuals find unpleasant or uncomfortable. We encourage participants to be aware of their comfort levels before enrolling.