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- Explore the Magical Kingdom of Fungi with a Foray into the Forest -
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Fee: $139.00
Item Number: 41707
Dates: 5/6/2026 - 5/30/2026
Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Days: W
Sessions: 4
Building: OL011
Room: Bremerton Bldg 11, Room 117
Instructor: Aaron Hilliard
Explore the magical kingdom of fungi!
Join us and acquire a basic understanding of fungi ecosystems. This class is for outdoors lovers, scientists, naturalists, herbalists, foragers, and chefs.
Day 1 = Dive Into the Science - What are fungi
Day 2 = Wild Mushrooms - Foraging & Mushroom Identification
Day 3 = EthnoMycology - Mushroom Cultivation, Current and Historic Uses of Fungi
After the first three classes are completed Aaron will guide a foray into the forest to get your feet on the ground and your hands on the mushrooms!
The mushroom foray will be located at a park in South Kitsap on the scheduled Saturday. Address will be sent to class participants.
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- Artisan Sourdough Bread -
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Fee: $85.00
Item Number: 42417
Dates: 5/16/2026 - 5/16/2026
Times: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Days: Sa
Sessions: 1
Building: OL008
Room: Bremerton Bldg 8, Room 146
Instructor: Sara Smith
Learn the art of baking delicious sourdough bread in this hands-on workshop. Baking bread is both science and craft and you’ll learn the secrets to creating delicious and crusty loaves. This workshop will cover creating and nurturing a sourdough starter, tools and equipment, ingredients, prep, baking and troubleshooting. We will sample a variety of fresh sourdough loaves to talk about variations in taste and texture. During the workshop, we will mix, prep, and shape dough to take and bake at home the following day.
Your class fee includes a glass jar with sourdough starter, a proofing basket to use and keep, plus written instructions and recipes. Students need to bring 1) a large mixing bowl 2) a kitchen towel 3) an apron (optional). At home, you will need a Dutch oven or roasting pan with lid that can be safely heated to 450 degrees.
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- Sustainable Gardening with Aquaponics -
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Fee: $109.00
Item Number: 43934
Dates: 5/18/2026 - 6/15/2026
Times: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Days: M
Sessions: 5
Building: OLONL
Room: Online - Req Class Meetings
Instructor: Jeanine McDonnell
Dive into the fascinating world of aquaponics—a sustainable system where fish and plants thrive together in perfect balance! This engaging online class will introduce participants to the essentials of building and maintaining a home or small-scale aquaponics system.
You’ll learn what components are needed—from tanks and grow beds to pumps and plumbing—and discover where to find affordable, reliable materials locally or online. We’ll explore multiple setup designs, from simple backyard systems to more complex indoor arrangements, so you can choose the model that best fits your goals and space. Through guided discussion and demonstrations, we’ll examine how aquaponics works, the biology of the system, and how to select compatible species. We’ll also touch on the business and sustainability side—including how to market your organically grown herbs, flowers, or produce at local farmers’ markets or community outlets.
7.5 Washington Educator STEM clock hours are available for this course. To request clock hours, please email continuinged@olympic.com before course completion.
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- Leatherworking Basics: Dyeing, Tooling & More -
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Fee: $85.00
Item Number: 44874
Dates: 5/30/2026 - 5/30/2026
Times: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Days: Sa
Sessions: 1
Building: OL008
Room: Bremerton Bldg 8, Room 146
Instructor: Sara Smith
Discover the art of leatherworking in this beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop designed to build confidence and spark creativity. Over four engaging hours, you'll learn the essential skills behind quality leathercraft, including material selection, cutting, tooling and stamping, edge finishing, dyeing, hand stitching, and setting simple hardware. The class starts with a small practice projects such as a bookmarks or keychains before you choose and create a larger piece. Options include a 4×6 journal cover, knife sheath, or a smart phone cross-body or belt pouch. With guided instruction and all materials included, you will leave with new skills and a handcrafted project you can be proud of. All materials included in class fee.
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- Making Hard Cider isn't Hard - Cider 101 - Cider Pairing & Tastings
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Fee: $65.00
Item Number: 44018
Dates: 6/6/2026 - 6/6/2026
Times: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Days: Sa
Sessions: 1
Building: OLOFS
Room: Offsite Location See Notes
Instructor: Sister's Cider House
Discover how to elevate any meal with the perfect cider pairing. In this introductory tasting class, you’ll explore how appearance, aroma, mouthfeel, and flavor each shape the full sensory experience of cider. Learn what distinguishes different cider styles, how to assess them like a pro, and how to match them with foods to enhance both the drink and the dish. A fun, flavorful class for anyone curious about craft cider and confident pairing.
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- Ceramics for Fun -
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Fee: $155.00
Item Number: 46234
Dates: 6/6/2026 - 6/20/2026
Times: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Days: Sa
Sessions: 3
Building: OLOFS
Room: Offsite Location See Notes
Instructor: Lost Forest Ceramics
Whether you are new at playing with clay or a seasoned ceramicist, classes in this series provide an opportunity to learn.
The class is intended for those who want additional practice or for those who want to try out the pottery wheel for the first time but unsure if they want to commit to a class. By the end of class students will have a single glazed piece and will understand ceramic terms like bat, rams head, coning, opening, leather hard, bone dry, bisque and glaze.
This class is offered on location, at Lost Forest Ceramics, 11236 Sunrise Drive NE, Bainbridge Island, WA, 98110.
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- Fire and Steel Forging - The Blacksmith’s Knife
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Fee: $189.00
Item Number: 45175
Dates: 6/20/2026 - 6/20/2026
Times: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Days: Sa
Sessions: 1
Building: OLOFS
Room: Offsite Location See Notes
Instructor: Yori Seeger
The Blacksmith’s Knife is a great course for any student looking to create something both useful and memorable. This beginning bladesmithing class introduces the fundamentals of the craft, including proper hammering techniques, heat‑treating basics, filing methods, and safe tool use. Whether you’ve never stood near a blazing forge or already have a little experience, this class offers skills you can build on. Students will learn essential blacksmithing safety, become familiar with forging equipment, and practice drawing, tapering, and upsetting metal. By the end of the day, you’ll forge your own version of a Blacksmith’s Throwing Knife. Blacksmithing is simple—but not easy—and it’s incredibly rewarding.
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- Beer 101 - West Coast IPA
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Fee: $55.00
Item Number: 44040
Dates: 6/20/2026 - 6/20/2026
Times: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Days: Sa
Sessions: 1
Building: OLOFS
Room: Offsite Location See Notes
Instructor: Ridgeline Brewing
Curious what sets a West Coast IPA apart from the rest? Dive into the world of hops, aroma, and brewing technique in this hands‑on introduction to IPA style. You’ll explore the core ingredients and processes that define IPAs—from malt balance to hop selection—while learning what makes the bold, bright West Coast varieties so distinctive. Get up close with brewing steps like dry hopping and beer transferring, enjoy guided tastings throughout the session, and finish with a more formal tasting at the end of your facility tour. A perfect class for anyone ready to learn, taste, and talk hops.
Located at Ridgeline Brewing.
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