Program Pricing
$675/person - Shared Bathroom
$750/person - Private Bathroom (tub only)
$825/person - Private Bathroom (w/ shower)
Join Linda Sherz for a weekend of traditional basket weaving. This class allows students to select between three different baskets to work on throughout the weekend. See below for a description of each of the basket options. Includes 3 nights lodging, all meals, and instruction. Additional fee for materials.
Linda will demonstrate, teach you weaving techniques and guide you while you weave your basket. All materials and tools needed will be provided.
Please note:
Basket materials need to be purchased in advance. Scroll down to choose a basket type and purchase materials.
Day pass incudes instruction and lunch on Friday and Saturday plus the cost of materials.
Students should wear comfortable clothing.
Baskets will not be stained during class.
Adirondack Gift Basket
Approximate Dimensions: 7” x 7” base x 8” – 11” to top of rim
This is a great basket for your home or camp or to fill for a gift.
Students will weave a plain weave base with the pre-cut spokes. Plain weave the sides and accent with red pine bark, optional dyed reed and seagrass. The rim is a basic rim with single lash. Harvesting and processing red pine to use will be discussed and students will prepare bark to use in basket.
Linda will demonstrate, teach you weaving techniques and guide you while you weave your basket.
Supplies Fee: $65.00
Fishing Creel
Approximate Dimensions: 10 ½” x 8” x 7”H
This newly designed creel is woven with reed in a continuous weave. There is significant attention to shaping as it is made to conform to being worn on one’s hip. Linda will be guiding students as they weave as this can be a challenge. The rim is double lashed with artificial sinew. Students will cut a lid of leather to fit their woven creel, cut the hole in it, and fit the buckle strap and attach to the creel. The harness will be made prior to class. Students have a choice of nickel or copper hardware. Choice needs to be made when registering.
Supplies Fee:
Basket with silver buckle - $95
Basket with copper buckle - $110
Instructor
An award-winning basket maker for over 30 years, Linda teaches throughout the United States for various guilds, conferences, art centers and organizations. She enjoys sharing her basketry knowledge and experience with her students. Linda especially enjoys teaching at Great Camp Sagamore.
Schedule Overview
Thursday: Check-in runs from 4:00-6:00 pm, followed by dinner and camp orientation. We’ll meet our instructor before settling in for the night.
Friday: Basket weaving class begins after breakfast. We’ll work from approximately 9:30 am - 4:00 pm. Use free time to hike, paddle, or relax. After dinner all are invited to a campfire at the historic lean-to.
Saturday: Basket weaving class begins after breakfast. We’ll work from approximately 9:30 am - 4:00 pm. Use free time to hike, paddle, or relax. After
Sunday: After breakfast, put final touches on your basket with Linda before heading home.
