"Where wilderness wisdom from the past provides solutions for the future."
Welcome to Alderleaf Wilderness College. Alderleaf offers innovative wilderness, tracking, and nature programs in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. Led by experienced faculty, our courses provide students with valuable skills and experiences in the field of Traditional Ecological Knowledge. Alderleaf specializes in the application of nature skills for environmental conservation, education, and sustainable living. (read more)
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Check out our new course: Birding Apprenticeship with Filip Tkaczyk
 The Alderleaf Wilderness Certification Program
Our most comprehensive training program. A year-long, college-level course on Traditional Ecological Knowledge.
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 Wildlife Tracking Apprenticeship
Intensive training in wildlife tracking skills in the Pacific Northwest. Monthly classes are open for enrollment.
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 Making Fire From Sticks: Survival Fire Skills
Learn how to create fire without matches! Build a bow drill kit to take home. November 1-2, 2008.
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 Wilderness Survival Course
Learn the most important skills for survival: shelter, water, fire, and food. Gain hands-on experience. March 28-29, 2009.
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 Medicinal Plants Course with Chris Kenworthy
Learn about medicinal plants in the beautiful foothills of the northeastern Cascade Mountains. June 26-28, 2009.
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Check out our blog: "Notes from the Alderleaf Campus"
Posts from students and staff at Alderleaf Wilderness College
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