The Earth Club Factory, in conjunction with the Denman Island Guesthouse, proudly present Back to Basic Skills Programs, designed to promote sustainable living and personal skill-building. Choose from the following courses, and stay at the centrally located Denman Island Guesthouse for a weekend of fun & learning.

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Cobb Building Course - Book it Now!
Alternative construction technique using earth, mud, and straw. Learn the basics and construct your own fireplace or bench. We also offer excellent resources for this time-tested building formula.
$165.00 with accommodation
$145.00 without accomodation

Build a Sweat Lodge - Book it Now!
From start to finish we gather materials, weave a beehive design and finally sweat together. Experience the world of Native lore and wisdom. This unique project promotes a release from worry, and eases tension.
$165.00 with accommodation
$145.00 without accommodation

Twig Furniture Project - Book it Now!
All supplies included. We offer instruction on how to create your own unique furniture.
$145.00 with accommodation
$125.00 without accommodation

Rag Rug Course - Book it Now!
This traditional method of re-using fabric will be employed to design a number of items including our most popular projects, the rug and the hand bag.
$135.00 with accommodation
$115.00 without accommodation

Soapmaking Course - Book it Now!
Learn the basics of making soap by using vegetable oils, and scenting with pure essential oils. We encourage creativity with herbal exfolliants and natural dyes.
$26.95 without accommodation

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