Arizona Gourd Society’s Gourding in the Desert
Sponsored by the Arizona Gourd Society, the annual Gourding in the Desert Retreat brings together grouders from all over the Southwest! Arrive Monday night in time for a delicious dinner at 6:00pm and visiting with friends. Take class(es) on Tuesday and/or Wednesday, or bring your own projects to work on. Thursday morning grab an optional breakfast and head home with a brain full of new and creative ideas.
Join us at Spirit in the Desert for a few days of camaraderie with other gourders!
Tuesday & Wednesday Schedule
8:30-10:30am – Morning Class
10:30am-12:00pm – Brunch & Break
12:00-4:00pm – Afternoon Class
4:00-6:00pm – Free Time
6:00pm – Dinner
7:00pm – TBA
OPTIONAL CLASSES
Register and pay for your class(es) directly with the instructor. More information, including fees and required materials/tools, will be provided after you register for the Retreat.
Morning Classes
Tuesday
Wire Weave Rimmed Gourd
Lynne East-Itkin
Wednesday
Small Spirits in the Desert
Julie Hemer
Afternoon Classes
Tuesday
Contemplating: A Carved Filagree Bird
Vicki McKenna
Wednesday
Variations on Teneriffe Weaving: Beyond the Basics
Shelley Fletcher
Registration
Please register early as rooms at Spirit are limited and may not be available after February 1st. PRICES LISTED ARE PER PERSON.
Deadline: FEBRUARY 17, 2025 • NO REFUNDS after FEBRUARY 17, 2025.
Can’t make it for the full retreat? Just come for a day or two – Commuters are welcome!
You must be a member of AZGS in order to attend the retreat: ArizonaGourdSociety.org/Membership
Questions: azgourdsoc@gmail.com or call 480-431-3060 and leave a message for a call-back.
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