The Mariners Guild is a community of anglers, kayakers, foragers, and survival experts. They are wise in the ways of the water, studying the fish, plants, and currents. Join them and begin your study of the ways of the Mariner.
A Mariners Apprenticeship
Through a combination of fishing our local waters, learning about the tides and weather patterns, and kayaking, apprentices will become one with the water. The values and respect for our oceans and rivers that apprentices learn will stay with them for their entire lives.
Activities may include but are not limited to:
Fishing Students learn how to fish using several different styles and techniques including fly fishing and conventional rod-and-reel.
Foraging Finding our own foods and vegetables to eat is very rewarding! We will teach sustainable harvesting techniques. The freshest mussels, clams, limpets, crabs, kelp and several varieties of wild greens and berries make for memorable feasts.
Kayaking Learn basic techniques for launching, maneuvering and landing your craft. Advanced kayakers will also be able to fish and crab from their kayaks.
Shoreside Survival Learn the basics of shelter, fire and water. Fire making will be a staple skill taught and practiced every weekend as we will need fire to cook, purify water, and stay warm. Potable water will always be available, however; we teach several methods to collect, filter, and purify water for drinking.
How it Works
Schedule
1 weekend a month, September - May. At our Monthly Training Weekends, Apprentices join a team of friends learning from expert mentors. See below for dates and available schedules.
Single Saturdays - 1 Saturday per month; 8:45 AM - 4:00 PM. Available for Grades 1-8. The most flexibility for families.
Overnight Weekends - 1 orientation Saturday and 8 Friday-Sunday overnight trips. Available for Grades 6-12. Our most immersive experience.
Also Included:
Graduation Day community picnic - Saturday May 30
Holiday Family Party - Saturday December 14
Additional optional Community & Family Events - Dates Vary
Monthly community skills night - 2nd Wednesday of the month, September - May
Mora stainless steel knife
Schedule B: Saturdays
September 14, 2019: Field Day
October 5, 2019: Field Day
October 26, 2019: Field Day
November 16, 2019: Field Day
December 14, 2019: Optional Holiday Party
January 18, 2020: Field Day
February 8, 2020: Field Day
March 7, 2020: Field Day
March 21, 2020: Make-Up Day IF NEEDED
April 18, 2020 Field Day
May 9, 2020 Field Day
May 30, 2020: Community Graduation Potluck Picnic
Special Needs
Some special needs can be accommodated, please contact for more details.
A few classes offer the following text regarding special needs students:
"We believe all children should have an IEP! Every person learns in a different way, at their own pace. Individualized, project-based learning means being intensely familiar with all one’s students abilities and needs. We will trust our teachers to present curriculum in a way that provides the right level of challenge at the right time. When we observe that a student could benefit from additional support, we will work with the parents and call in outside resources as necessary to help provide the tools to succeed for that child."
Deals
Need-based scholarships and flexible payment plans are offered for those who need it. Please contact for more information.