Cattail Harvest and Cordage

This outdoor class invites students to learn directly from the landscape while working with cattail. Together, we will explore where cattail grows, how to identify healthy stands, and how to harvest with care using principles of honorable harvest.

Students will learn how to properly prepare cattail leaves in the field, including splitting, drying, and storing techniques that support future weaving projects. We will also spend time making cattail cordage out of instructor brought dried cattail, practicing the twisting technique that transforms individual leaves into strong, useful rope fiber.

Registration Includes

Instruction and materials are included. Students will leave with handmade cordage and the knowledge needed to continue harvesting and preparing materials for future projects.

What goes into our class pricing? As a local nonprofit, Duluth Folk School is committed to supporting both our instructors and community. We want to compensate our instructors fairly, keep class sizes small, and keep our doors open—while also keeping prices as low as we can.

Thank you for participating in our local handcraft and education economy! Together, we help keep Duluth a fun and vibrant place.

Student Requirements

• Skill Level/Prerequisite Skills: No prior experience needed, you will need hand dexterity/fine motor ability, we will be outdoors on uneven swampy terrain
• Best for Ages: 18 and older
• You should bring: Wear boots for walking on swampy terrain, and you can bring a camp chair/sit upon to sit on while making cordage

Location

Class will meet at the Waabizheshikana Trail (Marten Trail)

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