Date and time: August 15, 2024. 9am – 1pm PDT

Cost: $10, non-refundable. (This fee goes back into the Guild to support various programs.)

Location: Private land in Gaston, Oregon (directions and address will be emailed to registrants, closer to the date) 

Host: Ellen Hoffman. Traditionally, we thank our host by bringing a small basket or similar gift, if possible. Please see what you have that you can bring.

Maximum registrants: 15

Description: Gather broadleaf cattail (Typha latifolia) with the Guild this August. We will practice sustainable harvesting, leaving No Trace Behind; remember, this is private land. Beavers live on one side of the pond, which we will not disturb. Also note: at this site there are yellow jacket wasps galore. No dogs allowed. 

Tools to bring: 

*Sharp large knife and/or loppers. The Guild has a few extra.  

*Sheet, shower curtain, or tarp approximately 6 ft in length, to put underneath your harvested cattails.

*Broom stick or rod to keep the cattails straight. 

*Ties or rope. 

*Drinking water /and or snack. 

*Shoes or boots for the mud. This is a pond. 

*Change of shoes and socks, if needed.

This gathering event is for members only (if you are not a Guild member, but would like to become one, click here).

The last day to register is August 1. If the event fills, and you would like to be put on the waitlist, please email ColumbiaBasinBasketryGuild@gmail.com.

Please note: fees for gathering events are non-refundable.

Contact Gathering committee Sherrie with any questions at ColumbiaBasinBasketryGuild@gmail.com