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Hands-On Hopi Pottery at Capitol Reef National Park

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Caroline from Mankato, MN Number of programs attended: 6
Date attended: 04/14/13 - 04/20/13
C. from MN.
I agree with the other reviews; this was one wonderful program! So well planned, a great learning, and I truly enjoyed all the group members.

Ronald from Boulder, CO Number of programs attended: 2
Date attended: 04/14/13 - 04/20/13
The pottery making was a vehicle through which we had an introduction to the amazing Hopi culture. The clay is transformed into a fond memory that will last a lifetime. Alice and Caroline were wonderful. Their talks brought the Hopi culture alive. The grandeur of Capitol Reef can only be believed by seeing it in person. Also the food was excellent. Gary and Sandy's hard work payed off with meals that required long walks to enjoy the fantastic scenery. An amazing balance.

Monique from Rockville, MD Number of programs attended: 18
Date attended: 04/14/13 - 04/20/13
What a good program !All details planned extremely well by our coordinators. Plus very good quality of food and lodging.
I have been happy to discover the Hopi culture , learn to make my own hopi pottery but also watch the whole firing process . all extremely interesting .thaanks to our devoted Hopi teacher ,
The beautiful view from our conference room was matching the relaxing and friendly atmosphere of this program. .The scenery of our easy hike at Grand Wash. Is magnificent. I also like the discovery of petroglyphes , museums and videos on geology and Hopi culture.. One more excellent program.

Sharon from Carmichael, CA Number of programs attended: 2
Date attended: 04/14/13 - 04/20/13
I haven't worked with clay since 3rd grade (55 years ago), and I was able to make a lovely "Hopi" pot. My hope was to make an okay pot. It was a wonderful experience.

Gary from Carmichael, CA Number of programs attended: 2
Date attended: 04/14/13 - 04/20/13
Alice and Caroline were wonderful. In addition to teaching how to make the pottery they taught us about the Hopi culture. The food that Gary and Sandy catered was great!!! You will gain weight on this trip. The motel had a wonderful view out the conference windows. It snowed and we were able to get great pictures of the snow covered red cliffs. Can't promise that it will snow for your trip.

Mary from Kirksville, MO Number of programs attended: 1
Date attended: 09/23/12 - 09/29/12
This was a remarkable, rememberable, life experience. Brought home more than pottery. Truly Gods country and Alice is an undiscovered national treasure. Had fantstic leaders, fantastic time. Valuable experience, personal attention, fantastic value for the dollar. Sign up for this. A+

Michael from Baltimore, MD Number of programs attended: 4
Date attended: 09/23/12 - 09/29/12
Wow! This program was a unique and extraordinary experience. We spent one week learning the traditional method of Hopi pottery-making with Capitol Reef National Park as our breathtaking venue. Hopi pottery is unique in the world in that the same people have made it in the same place using the same methods for over 1,000 years. It reflects creativity and painstaking craft in this historic context. Alice Dashee was our expert Hopi teacher who patiently guided us through the intricate and challenging traditional activites of hand building, molding, sanding, stone polishing, painting, and firing our own pottery projects. In addition, Alice shared with our group cultural insights into current Hopi life. This program is a rare opportunity for anyone interested in Native American culture and art.

Murilyn from Kirksville, MO Number of programs attended: 3
Date attended: 09/23/12 - 09/29/12
If you desire a memorable experience, participate in the Hopi Pottery program. Learn to make Hopi pottery under the expert tutelage of Alice Dashee, a skilled artisan and wonderful human being. This hands-on experience will leave you breathless.


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"Preparing to Paint our Pottery with Paint Made from Wild Spinach Leaf" Uploaded By: Gary
"Preparing to Paint our Pottery with Paint Made from Wild Spinach Leaf" Uploaded By: Gary

"Hopi Pottery Group April 14-20, 2013" Uploaded By: Gary

"Conference room view" Uploaded By: Gary

"Group hike to Hickman Bridge in Capitol Reef National Park." Uploaded By: Gary

"Here is one happy Road Scholar participant all smiles being able to take home her beautiful pottery." Uploaded By: Gary

"Alice Dashee, our Hopi Pottery Instructor discusses the sacredness and traditions of not only pottery but cultural aspects as well." Uploaded By: Gary

"Second batch after firing." Uploaded By: Gary

"First batch of Hopi Pottery is done!" Uploaded By: Gary

"Now we wait 5 hours while the pottery cooks with intense heat." Uploaded By: Gary

"Stacking dried sheep manure (traditional Hopi method) over our pottery." Uploaded By: Gary

"Setting pottery on ash bed ready to build wall of sheep manure around and over it." Uploaded By: Gary

"Our first batch of Hopi Pottery ready for firing." Uploaded By: Gary

"Using traditional Hopi symbols the pottery is getting ready for firing." Uploaded By: Gary

"Painting our pottery with paint made from wild spinach." Uploaded By: Gary

"Now polishing with smooth river stones passed down for generations." Uploaded By: Gary

"Sanding our Hopi Pottery." Uploaded By: Gary

"Finished with the molding process and now go explore Capitol Reef National Park while it dries!" Uploaded By: Gary

"Alice, our Hopi Potter helps participant in the molding process." Uploaded By: Gary

"The Hopi Pottery group with our expert Hopi Instructors, Alice and Caroline." Uploaded By: Gary
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