Five Hours with a Master: Making White‑Oak Baskets in Stanley’s Shenandoah

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Five Hours with a Master: Making White‑Oak Baskets in Stanley’s Shenandoah

A focused, 5-hour workshop led by local artisan Clyde Jenkins that teaches traditional white‑oak basketry techniques and delivers a finished basket to take home.

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Five Hours with a Master: Making White‑Oak Baskets in Stanley’s Shenandoah.

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Location
Stanley
Operator
Shenandoah National Park
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Workshop
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Set within Shenandoah National Park near Stanley, Virginia, this hands‑on workshop pairs intimate instruction with a slow, deliberate craft: over five hours you’ll learn to make a white‑oak basket under the guidance of local artisan Clyde Jenkins, using techniques handed down through generations.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE ARTISAN

Learn from Clyde Jenkins

Local basket artisan Clyde Jenkins returns to Shenandoah to teach the workshop, sharing techniques passed down through his family and community.

THE CRAFT

White‑oak Basketry

Participants are taught the traditional methods for making a white‑oak basket, progressing through the essential steps of the craft during the session.

THE TAKEAWAY

Finish with a Handmade Basket

Across the workshop you will create and complete a white‑oak basket to keep—a tangible result of the day’s focused instruction.

What the day feels like

What the Workshop Feels Like

The workshop is an immersive, single‑day experience: over five hours participants work directly with an experienced artisan to learn and apply the craft of white‑oak basket making, moving from demonstration to hands‑on weaving and finishing.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this workshop suits—and who should think twice.

1
FamiliesThe workshop is offered as an all‑ages activity, making it appropriate for families looking for a shared, hands‑on cultural experience.
2
BeginnersOpen to casual learners interested in craft and traditional techniques; the format is a guided learning session rather than an advanced course.
3
Craft EnthusiastsA focused opportunity to practice traditional white‑oak basketry in a single session led by a local artisan.
4
Visitors to ShenandoahA concise, 5‑hour cultural workshop that fits into a day of exploring Shenandoah National Park and nearby Stanley.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Duration & Cost

The workshop runs for 5 hours; the rate is $80 per person plus taxes.

What to Bring

No specific gear list was provided in the supplied details.

Operator & Location

Operated by Shenandoah National Park in Stanley, Virginia, United States; the session is led by local basket artisan Clyde Jenkins.

Booking Notice

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Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the basket‑making workshop?

The workshop lasts 5 hours.

How much does the workshop cost?

The rate is $80 per person plus taxes.

Who teaches the workshop?

Local basket artisan Clyde Jenkins leads the instruction.

What will I make during the workshop?

Participants will make a white‑oak basket.

Is the workshop suitable for children?

The workshop is described as all‑ages.