Birds are the eyes and ears of the natural world; they know when ‘movement’ is coming—even at a great distance. Their senses have been honed through the ages to help them communicate with each other, acting as an early warning detection system to avoid danger. This awareness of ‘baseline’ is part of what keeps birds […]
Alexis will be speaking about bow drill (creating fire by friction) & firecraft at the 2016 Georgian Homestead & Survival Show.
The world-famous Algonquin Park is home to some of the most beautiful country that Canada has to offer and echoes the call of the wilderness. It is also home to such wildlife as the moose, eastern wolf, white-tail deer, red fox, otter, beaver, osprey, loon, marten, mink and a plethora of other species. For thousands […]
The Art of Mentoring is a dynamic, week-long overnight experience with programs for all ages, immersing participants in a living, learning culture of nature and self-awareness. Each program runs simultaneously, weaving together to form a week-long “village” with connection to nature, community, and self as the culture. This workshop provides knowledge, tools and practices that […]
One weekend a month we meet with our Tracking Apprentices in a different location in Southern or Central Ontario and guide them in learning about the science and art of wildlife tracking. We are happy to open 1 of these weekends to anyone curious about the program or who just want to spend a weekend […]
This class is one of our Plants Apprenticeship weekends that we open to the public to get a ‘feel’ for the program. It is also designed as a stand-alone class in learning about the utilitarian uses of plants. We look at plants from the perspective of wilderness living skills. We will spend time learning how […]
In this workshop we will go through each step of the salve and tincture-making process in great detail. Learning which plants are good for cuts, scrapes, bruises, colds and flu’s etc. By growing and harvesting plants from your garden or the wild you can use them to create quality medicinal oils, salves, balms, ointments and […]
Ever wondered what animals do in the winter? How their winter patterns are different from other seasons? Join us for this two-day workshop in Algonquin park as we explore the winter wonderland and learn about the wildlife around us. You'll learn how to distinguish different animal tracks, how to interpret signs of animal activity, understanding […]
This one-day workshop will focus on learning about some of the many edible plants that are found during the spring. After a long winter it is the vitamins and minerals contained in these plants that our bodies need and ‘crave’. It is not ironic, but completely natural that many plants that are the first to […]
This one-day workshop will focus on learning about some of the many edible & medicinal plants that are found during the spring. After a long winter it is the vitamins and minerals contained in these plants that our bodies need and ‘crave’. We will focus on learning about many of these plants in our area […]
This one-day workshop will focus on learning about some of the many edible & medicinal plants that are found during the summer. Many plants are entering their prime growth period at this time of year and are ‘ripe’ for harvesting. We will focus on learning about many of these plants in our area and gain […]
Join us for a weekend to explore the diverse relationships that humans have with plants. Whether you have an interest in herbal medicine, stewardship, foraging, gardening, craftsmanship, spiritual connection or simply the enjoyment of observing a wildflower; this gathering is for you! This conference aims to bring together people from a multitude of backgrounds who […]
*This trip is currently full, hopefully you can paddle with us next year* The world-famous Algonquin Park is home to some of the most beautiful country that Canada has to offer and echoes the call of the wilderness. It is also home to such wildlife as the moose, eastern wolf, white-tail deer, red fox, otter, […]
One weekend a month we meet with our Tracking Apprentices in a different location in Southern or Central Ontario and guide them in learning about the science and art of wildlife tracking. We are happy to open 1 of these weekends to anyone curious about the program or who just want to spend a weekend […]
This class is one of our Plants Apprenticeship weekends that we open to the public to get a ‘feel’ for the program. It is also designed as a stand-alone class in learning about the utilitarian uses of plants. We look at plants from the perspective of wilderness living skills. We will spend time learning how […]
This one-day workshop will focus on learning about some of the many edible plants that are found during the spring. After a long winter it is the vitamins and minerals contained in these plants that our bodies need and ‘crave’. It is not ironic, but completely natural that many plants (not all) that are the […]
This one-day workshop will focus on learning about some of the many edible & medicinal plants that are found during the late spring/early summer. Many of the common plants around us can be used for food and medicine. Time will also be spent discussing how these plants can be used for survival and wilderness living skills. […]
This one-day workshop will focus on learning about some of the many edible & medicinal plants that are found during the summer. Many plants are entering their prime growth period at this time of year and are ‘ripe’ for harvesting. We will focus on learning about many of the native and non-native plants in our […]
Earth Tracks has run this workshop for the last 14 years and it is hands-down one of our favorite workshops! It takes place in a kitchen setting and goes through the step by step process of making plant based medicines from start to finish. In this workshop you will learn how to make many different […]
Wildlife Tracking enables us to have a deeper understanding of the animals and how they relate to the environment. This experience is designed to provide you with a base for your tracking knowledge to grow from. Learning the art and science of tracking opens up a whole new way of looking at the natural world […]
Join us for a weekend to explore and celebrate the diverse relationships that humans have with plants. Whether you have an interest in herbal medicine, stewardship, foraging, gardening, craftsmanship, spiritual connection or simply the enjoyment of observing a wildflower; this gathering is for you! This conference aims to bring together people from a multitude of […]
Earth Tracks will be at this Herbal Retreat here in Ontario on September 8th. A Walk on the Wild Side Join Alexis Burnett as we walk the fields and forests discovering the tracks and sign left behind by the animals that call this place home. This walk will focus on learning about the land […]
Have you ever wondered how herbal tinctures are made? The shelves in the health food store are filled with small bottles of tinctures made with many different healing plants that help us in times of need. This workshop will walk you step by step through the tincture making process. Making your own herbal medicines is […]
This one-day workshop will focus on learning about some of the many edible plants that are found during the spring. After a long winter it is the vitamins and minerals contained in these plants that our bodies need and ‘crave’. It is not ironic, but completely natural that many plants (not all) that are the […]
This one-day workshop will focus on learning about some of the many edible & medicinal plants that are found during the late spring/early summer. Many of the common plants around us can be used for food and medicine. Time will also be spent discussing how these plants can be used for survival and wilderness living skills. […]
This one-day workshop will focus on learning about some of the many edible & medicinal plants that are found during the late spring/early summer. Many of the common plants around us can be used for food and medicine. Time will also be spent discussing how these plants can be used for survival and wilderness living skills. […]
Join us for a weekend to explore and celebrate the diverse relationships that humans have with plants. Whether you have an interest in herbal medicine, stewardship, foraging, gardening, craftsmanship, spiritual connection or simply the enjoyment of observing a wildflower; this gathering is for you! This conference aims to bring together people from a multitude of […]
Earth Tracks will be at this Herbal Retreat here in Ontario on September 7th 2019 For more information please visit: https://theginkgotree.ca/btyr/
Are you interested in learning to grow and use cannabis as medicine? Do you want to learn more about this plant and how it can be used in a safe and effective manner? Check out these informative educational workshops that will teach you how to grow cannabis and the many ways it can be used […]
