What we’re about
Note - it's more expensive to pay for classes on Meetup. Meetup charges an additional fee (that does not go to us) for any of our paid classes. To avoid paying this fee, go to our website (www.firecraftnw.com)
Join Ryan and Licia, owners of Firecraft Northwest (www.firecraftnw.com), for walks, hikes, outings, and gatherings focused on naturalist lessons, nature awareness and connection, and survival and bushcraft skills. Together, we have more than 15 years of outdoor education experience including as Executive Directors, Program Directors and instructors. You can find our full bios and learn more about us on our website: https://www.firecraftnw.com/about-us
We hope those who join us learn more about the natural world, connect with others in their community, and get inspired to keep getting outside!
We also publicize/have sign ups for all of our events on our website as well (www.firecraftnw.com), so Meetup may not reflect full attendance. We do our best to note when our events are full or when minimal spaces remain due to sign ups coming from our website.
Participants will be asked to sign a waiver upon arrival and prior to class start. For all free classes, waiver language is as follows. For paid workshops (which are longer sessions and generally include tool usage, fire, cooking, and other activities, a more comprehensive waiver is required. Let us know if you'd like to view the waiver prior to class or registration).
LIABILITY & HAZARD WAIVER I am aware that outdoor programs led by Firecraft Northwest may occur near bodies of water, such as rivers, creeks, and lakes, and that those bodies present risks such as drowning and hypothermia. I am aware that the outdoors is a dynamic space that may include uneven terrain, hazards such as falling branches, downed logs, wildlife encounters and inclement weather (e.g. rain, sleet, snow, wind, wildfire smoke). I understand that there may be use of tools during the program such as knives, axes, lighters, cordage and other equipment that could potentially result in injury. I understand that participating in the sampling of demonstration cooked and/or foraged items is at my own risk. I release Ryan Johnson, Licia Sahagun and Firecraft Northwest from any liability for injuries that might occur as a result of participating in these programs. I attest that I am in adequate physical health to participate in these programs safely, and that it is my responsibility to ensure I wear appropriate clothing for the weather. All participants are responsible for providing their own health and accident insurance.
Upcoming events
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Wild Women Walks - Wolf Moon (Free with suggested donation)
Wolf Haven International, 3111 Offut Lake Rd. SE,, Tenino, WA, USJoin Licia for January’s Wild Women full moon walk. January’s moon, known by some as the Wolf Moon, refers to the sound of hungry wolves howling in the night.
Though they won’t be hungry, we might be lucky to hear the wolves howling thanks to our partners at Wolf Haven International welcoming us to their wolf sanctuary for this outing!
We’ll start by discussing the other local names for the January moon and meander through the now-rare oak prairie as we chat and get to know each other. Then, we’ll be joined by someone from Wolf Haven to learn more about the history of wolves in our area and their efforts to conserve wolf habitats and populations. We’ll even spend a quiet stretch walking through the wolf santuary to meet their current wolf residents!
This outing is free with a $25 suggested donation to Wolf Haven to support their work and our visit to the sanctuary. RSVP is required12 attendees
Happy Hour Nature Walk (Free)
McLane Creek Nature Trail, 5044 Delphi Road SW, Olympia, WA, USTake a break from your screens and get outside before the sun sets! We’ll meet at the McLane Creek Nature Trail to move slowly through the dripping forest, meet new friends, and see what we can find in the ever-verdant temperate rainforest we call home. This social walk will be focused mostly on connecting with each other and enjoying a slow hike, but we’ll also throw in some naturalist knowledge about what we find along the trail! This outing is free, but RSVP is required.
This trail is mostly flat, with some boardwalks. Read a more full description of the trail here. This is DNR-managed lands and a Discover Pass is required for parking. There is a vault toilet a short walk from the parking lot.12 attendees
Past events
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