Wolf Camp has been teaching adult and family classes and workshops every year since 1996, and you can still learn from the source with directors Kim & Chris Chisholm. We’re passionate about teaching the real, practical life skills our ancestors always knew, as well as enhancing that knowledge with modern research and discoveries, and ultimately sharing the profound secrets of nature that remain hidden around our neighborhoods and in the wilderness.
Annual Springtime Adult & Family Workshops
Saturdays from 9:30-5:30 and designed for adults, but youth may enroll with parents.
February 27, 2027: Wilderness Survival & Fire by Friction in Puyallup WA includes training on the order of survival, natural bivouac shelters that work in real emergencies, the best methods of making fire in all weather conditions, and knife training to carve a bow drill kit for fire-by-friction. Cost for this workshop is $165, plus $130 per additional friend/family member (including taxes) with scholarships available and carpooling from Renton.
March 20, 2027: Wildlife Safety & Awareness: Animal Tracking & Bird Language takes place near Orting WA and has a name that says it all. After today you’ll be able to use wildlife field guides and apps to identify critters most people can only guess at, and recognize how bird calls and animal tracks can keep you safe as well as bring you intimately close to nature. Cost for this workshop is $135, plus $115 per additional friend/family member (including taxes) with scholarships available and carpooling from Renton & Puyallup.
April 10, 2027: Wild Edible Foods Foraging & Herbal Medicine Making in Puyallup WA includes hands-on harvesting, cooking of wild edible plants, and making herbal medicines from plantsaround Blue Skye Farm as well as near-by fields and forests in our beautiful bioregion. Cost for this workshop $195 for one person, plus $165 per additional friend/family member (including taxes) with scholarships available and carpooling from Renton.
May 1, 2027: Map, Compass & Natural Navigation Workshop in a beautiful location near Ashford WA, including risk management training for hikes and backpacking trips, lost proofing, and orienteering with map and compass, among other critical skills when venturing alone or leading others into the wilderness. Cost for this workshop is $165, plus $130 per additional friend/family member (including taxes) with scholarships available and transportation provided from Puyallup.
May 22, 2027: Seaweeds & Shellfish of the Salish Sea on Whidbey Island is coming back after a multi-year hyatis! Cost for this workshop is $245, plus $195 per additional friend/family member (including taxes) with scholarships available and transportation provided from Puyallup, Renton, Seattle, Bellevue, Lynnwood & Mukilteo.
June 12, 2027: Subsistence Fishing at the Salish Sea in Tacoma WA is back as our lead fishing instructor Charlie Borrowman has returned from California! Cost for this workshop is $245, plus $195 per additional friend/family member (including taxes and use of all fishing gear) with scholarships available and transportation provided from Puyallup and downtown Tacoma.
Registration Options
Simply reserve your spots via one of the following methods, or click on specific programs for FAQs:
• Venmo to @Chris-Chisholm-13, or • Zelle using our 253-225-1547 phone number or email address (with that “e” on skye) as recipient, and add a note including participant names (and ages of minors), program date/theme, plus your CONTACT INFORMATION (phone number is fine if system doesn’t give email address option) if we don’t already have your info, or follow up with an email.
• Or use Credit Card or Apple Pay by clicking here and consider adding 3% using this payment method if able;
• Or call us between 9am-9pm at 425-248-0253 with a credit card to register over the phone (if we are screening for spam, leave message to have us call you back, or just text us to call you regarding workshop registration)
• Or use PayPal system appearing below after January 1st.
Or email us to be put on our list for this program in the future. We always keep your information absolutely private, and will never share it.
Join Us at Upcoming Public Event Booths!
February 6, 2027 Bellevue Camp Fair on Saturday from 12:00-3:00 at Bellevue College, sponsored by Coast-To-Coast Camp Fairs via CampSearch.com.
March 6, 2027 Meeker Creek Spring Work Party on Saturday 10:30-12:30 at the corner of 14th St SW & 10th Ave SW in Puyallup.
March 12-13, 2027 Pierce Conservation Native Plant Sale on Friday 10:00-4:00 and Saturday 11:00-3:00 at the Pierce Conservation District, 308 West Stewart Avenue in Puyallup.
March 14, 2027 Sunday Bellevue Camp Fair on Sunday from 10:00-2:00 at Bellevue College, sponsored by stemcampsfair.com/
March 27, 2027 Spring Into Adventure hosted by Friends of Lake Sammamish State Park on Saturday 10:00-2:00 at the park, 2000 NW Sammamish Rd in Issaquah.
April 17, 2027 Pierce County Earth Month Celebration from 11:00-2:00 at Merdian Habitat Park on South Hill.
April 22, 2027 Earth Day Activities in the neighborhood of the Wolf Camp home office of Blue Skye Farm, 1026 14th St SW, Puyallup, with 2027 Schedule TBA. The 2026 schedule included 9am-11am Bird Walk with Jerry Broadus starting at Decoursey Park; 11am-12noon Land Acknowledgement, Clark’s Creek Watershed History & Native Plant Walk at Blue Skye Farm; 12:00-2:00 Washington State University Extension Pierce County Master Gardeners, Puyallup Demonstration Garden Tours; 2:00-4:00 Pierce Conservation District Open Lobby; 2:00-3:00 MAD Energy Solar Tour; 3:00-4:00 Clark’s Creek Park Nature Walk & Trail Cleanup with Puyallup Parks Ranger Chris Meland; 4:00-5:30 Puyallup Historical Fish Hatchery Education Center Open House and Second Star Farm Outdoor Nature School’s Animal Farm Tours; 5:30-6:30 Firemaking, Garden Biochar & Carbon Impact Workshop at Blue Skye Farm; 6:30-7:30 Campfire Pot-Luck Dinner; 7:30-8:30 Sunset Campfire Music with Chris Chisholm.
April 24, 2027 Issaquah Sustainability Fair on Saturday 9:00-2:00 at the Pickering Barn, 1730 10th Ave NW in Issaquah next to Costco.
May 15, 2027 Puyallup Kids Fishing Derby on Saturday 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at Bradley Lake Park, 531 31st Ave SE, Puyallup.
June 5, 2027 Issaquah Wildlife Co-Existence Day on Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at the Pickering Barn, 1730 10th Ave NW in Issaquah next to Costco.
September 18, 2027 Meeker Mansion Cider Squeeze on Saturday from 10:00-3:00 at 312 Spring St in Puyallup.
October 2, 2027 Pierce County Salmon Homecoming on Saturday from 11:00-3:00 at the Puyallup Historic Fish Hatchery.
November 6, 2027 Meeker Creek Orca Recovery Day Work Party on Saturday 10:30-12:30 at the corner of 14th St SW & 10th Ave SW in Puyallup.
Workshops/Classes FAQs & Liability Release
FAQ – Can we get a refund if we cancel, and do we need to sign a liability release? Our refund policy only offers credit for future programs if you cancel, as detailed in the second to the last paragraph below. Please click on specific workshop pages above for answers to additional FAQs.
By registering for any program, you thereby agree to our liability release herein unless you specify disagreement with specific portions in advance, such as sharing of photos and video for promotional purposes. Otherwise, Christopher & Kimberly M. Chisholm, dba Wolf Camp, the Wolf College, Blue Skye Farm and School of Natural Science, all hereinafter known as Wolf Camp, cannot guarantee that the risks listed or implied herein won’t occur. So in consideration of services of Wolf Camp, its owners, officers, agents, employees, assistants and all other persons or entities associated with this business – including third parties such as collaborators, financial contributors, and host sites / land owners and renters upon whose property this business conducts programs like the Conservation College, WA State Parks, WA DNR, WDFW, city parks, private farms and campgrounds, etc. along with their officers, elected officials, agents and employees (hereafter known as Third Parties) – you agree as follows:
“Although Wolf Camp will take reasonable steps to provide me (or my child) with appropriate support and security, certain risks cannot be eliminated without compromising the educational character of Wolf Camp programs. The same elements that contribute to this educational character can be causes of loss or damage to equipment, accidental injury or illness, or in extreme cases, permanent trauma, illness or death. I understand since its legal founding, Wolf Camp participants have experienced cuts, bruises, burns, concussion, broken bones, sprained knees and ankles, likely infections, illness including appendicitis, heat exhaustion, and once in a while some tears, despite the best efforts by staff to attend to the physical, emotional, mental, and social needs of participants.In group teaching situations, it is impossible to prevent discomfort and even trauma in every circumstance, even though it is a top priority. I trust that Wolf Camp staff wants me (or my child) to become a healthier person, but in order to facilitate the kind of education Wolf Camp intends, I agree to waive all claims of liability on the part of Wolf Camp and its Third Parties.
“The lands and facilities that Wolf Camp utilize may be natural areas next to wilderness, and services can be few. Participants living in tents and in the open may be exposed to weather, venomous and wild animals, human intruders and all hazards common to living. As anywhere, the services provided, including sanitary facilities, drinking water, kitchen and food services at Wolf Camp programs are susceptible to contamination. Those who participate in Wolf Camp programs and assist in camp maintenance, food preparation and clean-up do so in good faith but assume no responsibility for accidental or incidental illness or injury that may result. Fires, knapping pit, weapons/archery range, farm animal areas, sharp tools, hazardous plants, boats, water, vehicles and other hazards expose participants to risk. There are times when participants are able to range freely within designated boundaries, go alone to their study site, pet animals, play in wooded areas which have limited visual perspective, and participate in supervised swimming and boating.
“Wolf Camp owners and staff, paid and volunteer, offer their services to make programs wonderful. However, I agree they are not responsible for accidents, injuries, illnesses or losses that may come as a result of my (child’s) participation. I understand that the description of risks is not complete and that other unknown or unanticipated risks may result in loss, injury or death. I agree to assume responsibility for all risks, even those not identified herein. My (child’s) participation in Wolf Camp activities is purely voluntary. By signing below, I elect to participate in spite of the risks, listed or implied or not, and I waive all legal claims against Wolf Camp and its Third Parties. I assume full responsibility for all costs resulting from all losses and expenses thereof, whether resulting from evacuation, transport, treatment, future effect or otherwise. I have read, understood, and accepted the terms and conditions stated herein and acknowledge that this participation agreement, assumption of risk, and waiver of liability shall be effective and binding upon myself, all family members, heirs, assigns, personal representatives, estates, interested friends and partners.
“Health Insurance & Medical Treatment: I certify that the applicant named on this form is capable of participating in this activity, and that she/he/they has current, full medical coverage at all times while attending Wolf Camp activities with a deductible not to exceed $2,000 per incident and per year. I understand Wolf Camp can direct me to affordable temporary health insurance upon request. I give full consent (for my child) to receive medical treatment deemed necessary by those responsible, whether or not reasonable attempt made to inform next of kin is successful. I will assume full financial responsibility for any cost relating to any accident or injury that may occur while participating in Wolf Camp programs. I hold all people associated with Wolf Camp harmless for any loss, accident, injury or death that might occur, and I hereby agree to release and indemnify Wolf Camp and its Third Parties whatsoever, from any claims and/or damages arising out of my (child’s) participation. Qualified instructors, guides, and other facilitators associated with Wolf Camp may provide First Aid and CPR response to participants in case of injury or other health problems, including calling for professional medical assistance. I also understand that emergency medical response may not be readily available due to travel outside of 911 call areas. I agree to indicate on an attached paper any health care requests that may conflict with the training of Wolf Camp staff, and I understand that although efforts will be made to accommodate my attached requests, that persons responsible may nonetheless make “Good Samaritan” decisions that they deem best in health care situations.
“Behavior & Lost Items: I will not hold Wolf Camp, Third Parties, nor any program participant responsible for articles or personal belongings lost or damaged by any means (fire, theft, activities, laundry, etc.). I know that participants may be asked to leave at any time for inappropriate behavior, and no refund nor credit will be given for the portion of the program which is missed. I will be sure to read the behavioral agreements after registering, or view them meanwhile online. I also understand that people gathering as strangers in a common space bring with them their own politics, spirituality, and social behaviors, creating group dynamics that may be new. Wolf Camp encourages participants to be exposed to a variety of age-appropriate backgrounds, value systems and acceptable behaviors. I agree that I (and my child) will be respectful, tolerant and temperate in behaviors while participating in Wolf Camp activities. I also understand that unpredictability of human nature can’t guarantee a lack of incidents on the part of other participants.
“Refund & Suspension Policy: Deposits and payments are not refundable unless we don’t accept your application. If you cancel for any reason, you may receive a prorated credit good through the following calendar year on appropriate and available programs listed on our schedule, although an additional deposit is needed to secure your spot in the future program. If a program you sign up for is canceled and not rescheduled at a time you can attend, you may receive a full refund except in cases of natural (weather, geologic, wildfire, etc) disasters, grid failures, epidemics, government shutdowns, conflicts or curfews, or other unforeseen emergencies making it unsafe for staff and/or attendees to reach or use program locations, in which case all payments made will be held by us without expiration date for your future use in appropriate/available programs of your choice. Reasons include the expenditure of funds (property rentals, advertising, materials, admin staff time, etc.) long before programs take place, i.e. deposits make it feasible for Wolf Camp to schedule programs in the first place, but our mutually understood agreement is that Wolf Camp will run the program at the safest available time in the future. Finally, no refund, nor credit, is given if a participant is asked to leave a program for inappropriateness as determined by our kids, youth and adult agreements for participation, so I commit to reading the agreements and (my child) adhering to them, taking full risk of (she/he/they) missing program time without refund.
“Photos, Video & Recordings: I give permission for pictures, audio and video recordings (of my child) to be taken and for the sounds and images to be used for Wolf Camp advertisements, websites, social networking sites, and other program promotions or outreach, unless otherwise indicated. In consideration of all statements made on all pages of this release, and not relying on any other information stated or published by Wolf Camp or any other entity that may or may not contradict statements on these pages, I wish to (have my child) participate in the Wolf Camp activities indicated or implied through program payments.”