Learn the basics of shooting the bow and arrow, utilizing some of the techniques and methods that have been adopted by the Celilo Bowman Archery Club. This course is for people 8 years of age or older with the desire to shoot a bow and arrow, but have little or no experience. Learn archery shooting fundamentals while gaining knowledge about equipment options and choices. Note: all equipment will be provided by the Celilo Bowmen Archery Club, but you may bring your own. Closed toe shoes or boots required. Every class participant must sign a waiver to access and shoot on the grounds. Anyone under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian present throughout the class. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to first class to fill out paperwork. No discounts or waivers.

Discover how to make delicious desserts without using refined sugar. Chef Tammy Huffman will teach you how to use plant-based, natural sweetners like bananas, agave, dates, and cocoa to create low-sugar desserts. For students ages 7-12. Lunch is included with class. Please note this class may include gluten, dairy, and nuts. No discounts or waivers.

Have you ever wanted to learn how to weave a basket? This is your chance to weave a Bicycle Basket. You will learn every step and leave with a completed Bicycle Basket. The techniques you will learn in this basket are a standard start stop weave, twining for locking in the base, and weaving space for the leather straps. We will be using reed from a woody vine out of Asia. These vines grow quickly and the material is wonderful for this type of weaving. No discounts or waivers.

Professional watercolor artist and CGCC Art Instructor Elizabeth Anderson is offering this beginning watercolor painting class that will cover everything you need to know about how to use watercolor and multi media water paints. Students will get the opportunity to explore all the basic watercolor painting techniques as well as the use of different papers, watercolor paints, inks, pencils and other materials in this 4 week course. Representational and abstract subject matter will be explored in this series. This class is for students age 12 and older.

Have you tried learning a different language only to find that you need a comfortable environment with guidance to practice verbally? Then here is a perfect class. Spanish learners will partner with English learners to practice everyday conversations. All levels of students are welcome, from beginners to advanced. There is no pre-required class needed and no discounts or waivers.   Esta clase reúne a alumnos españoles e ingleses para practicar conversación. Los alumnos españoles acompañarán con estudiantes ingleses y serán dirigidos en discusiones diarias. No hay clase prerequerida necesaria. Todos los niveles de estudiantes son bienvenidos desde principiantes a avanzar. Sin descuentos ni exenciones.

Professional watercolor artist and CGCC Art Instructor Elizabeth Anderson is offering this beginning watercolor painting class that will cover everything you need to know about how to use watercolor and multi media water paints. Students will get the opportunity to explore all the basic watercolor painting techniques as well as the use of different papers, watercolor paints, inks, pencils and other materials in this 4 week course. Representational and abstract subject matter will be explored in this series. This class is for students age 12 and older.

Are you interested in learning how to make handmade pastas? In this course we will make a variety of pasta “a mano” by hand. We will use two different types of doughs to make a variety of different pasta shapes. We will combine our product with seasonal produce and enjoy a meal together in the end. No discounts or waivers.

The NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting Course is for beginning and intermediate students to learn the basics of pistol safety and handling from local qualified instructors.

• Classroom is located in the basement of the Mid Columbia Senior Center, 1112 W 9th St, The Dalles, OR.

• All shooting for the class is conducted at the Indoor Range of The Dalles Rifle & Pistol Club.

• Students will be required to certify to their legal eligibility and sign a Firearm Release Form.

• Must attend all four sessions to complete the course. Emergency situations considered. Successful participants will receive a certificate of completion, which is required to apply for an Oregon Concealed Handgun License. No discounts or waivers.