Primitive Skills

Meet with locals who are interested in tracking, tool making, edible plants among other "Primitive Skills". Every month we provide a free Skills afternoon, focusing on basic methods for tracking, foraging, fire by friction, tool making...the list goes on. We are also bringing in some the best and the brightest instructors for a more advanced and in-depth learning in the arts that you want. Practical Primitive, OnPoint Tactical to name a couple, along with established flint knappers and foragers. Come on out and join the Primitive Fun, learning new skills and meeting new friends. There is a world in which you live...this could be your door to it. Our monthly meetings are family friendly. "The true value of a man is not judged by what he has, but rather by what he can do without."

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Flint Knapping with Nick Stamates
- Sat Jun 01
  10:00 AM
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North Park Village Nature Center

5801 N Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL (map)
We try and cover it at least once a year...Flint Knapping!!! a true primitive skill, tested over time as an essential survival skill and rewarding hobby. Nick Stamates... Learn more

Hosted by: sean shaffer

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Ryno joined
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"Hi, I'm interested in developing these type of 'survival skills' to further advance myself. I am seeking an alternative to normal, cubical style employment and would love to learn things like this."
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"I love the outdoors; do a lot of backpacking, hiking, bowhunting, skiing.. lately I've been thinking of doing solo trips and am looking to learn better survival skills."
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"New in town from Texas. Looking to learn something new."
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Virgil joined
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"Greetings! I am interested in foraging, permaculture, and other skills that lead to a more sustainable and self-sufficient way of living."
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Survival Kit Basics
Tuesday 6:00 PM at Pratt's Wayne Wood