Join Britt from Love Fest Fibers and Margaret from Seelie Studio for this hands-on workshop where you’ll learn to knit a basket and then dye it with locally harvested purple urchins. We'll start with a big ball of hand-felted wool and huge needles. New to knitting? No problem, this is a perfect project that lets you jump right in. It’s also great for experienced knitters looking to explore a whole new style of yarn and enormous stitches. With our baskets complete, we'll break for lunch and then hit the dye baths! Together we’ll explore the beautiful soft peachy-pink hues that our local purple urchins create. You’ll leave our workshop with a hand-knit and naturally dyed basket that's ideal as a planter or for storing just about anything. 

Your participation supports the women artisans who hand-felt our yarn and helps to thin the overpopulation of purple urchins and restore California’s kelp forests.

$195 per person. Minimum 6 / Maximum 15.

Cancellation 7 days before the event qualifies for a refund, cancellation after 7 days is not refundable. Classes are transferable to friends/family if you’re not able to join us after the cancellation period.

Agenda:

10:30 - 1:30 - Knitting (3 hours)

1:30 - 2:15 - Break for lunch

2:15 - 4:00 - Urchin dyeing (1.75 hrs)

About Margaret Seelie and Seelie Studio

You’ll be joined by Margaret Seelie, owner and chief color creator of Seelie Studio, a natural dye company based in San Francisco. Margaret has spent much of the last two decades experimenting with natural sources of color from avocado pits to copper pipes. Through Seelie Studio, she aims to help the kelp grow back by creating natural dyes from the purple sea urchins that overpopulate California’s marine ecosystem (strongylocentrotus purpuratus). She has taught natural dye workshops since 2012 for clients like San Francisco Public Libraries, OpenAI, The Sea Ranch, and more. Her next solo show, Altars, opens on February 2, 2025, at Gospel Flat Farmstand Gallery in Bolinas, California.

@margaretseelie 
@seelie.studio 
seeliestudio.com

About Britt-Marie Alm and Love Fest Fibers

You'll be joined by Britt-Marie Alm, Owner & Chief String Slinger of Love Fest Fibers, a San Francisco-based yarn company. Britt has spent much of the past two decades living and working on the Tibetan Plateau and founded Love Fest Fibers with the aim of supporting communities with vibrant fiber traditions. Through Love Fest Fibers, Britt designs textiles through carefully nurtured partnerships with women artisans in Tibet, Nepal, India and at home in California. Britt loves teaching workshops and sharing the background stories behind the materials we'll be working with.

@brittmariedesigns
@lovefestfibers
lovefestfibers.com

Wednesday, 1.15 at 5pm
The Sea Ranch Lodge

Join us for a laid-back wine tasting with light bites and vinyl spun by Sea Rancher Richard Harris. We’re featuring Rootdown Wine Cellars a Sonoma County winery. Mike Lucia brings a terroir-driven approach to Rootdown. Known for his hands-off style, Mike crafts organic wines with low alcohol, high acidity, and bright character, allowing the unique vineyards of Mendocino and Sonoma to shine. Guests will receive a wine flight and light bites to graze.

Make your dinner reservation for the Dining Room following the event.

$40 per person plus tax and 20% gratuity. Ages 21 and up only.

Wednesday, 2.26 at 6pm
The Sea Ranch Lodge

The Lodge team is excited to celebrate our North Coast community with these convivial Locals Night Dinners. Join in on this monthly tradition. 

$65/person and $25/child 12 and under, plus tax and 20% gratuity. Price does not include alcoholic beverages.

Wednesday, 3.26 at 6pm
The Sea Ranch Lodge

The Lodge team is excited to celebrate our North Coast community with these convivial Locals Night Dinners. Join in on this monthly tradition. 

$65/person and $25/child 12 and under, plus tax and 20% gratuity. Price does not include alcoholic beverages.

The Lodge will be closed to the public Sunday, 1.26 beginning at 2:30pm for an Employee party.

The Lodge will be closed Wednesday, 3.19 at 2pm for a private event.

The Lodge will be closed Saturday, 4.12 for a private event.

Saturday, 1.18 from 9am - 10am
The Meadow Room

Wake up with an hour of yoga led by local instructors. Free to the public. Please bring your own mat and other props.

Please plan to arrive 10 mins early. Space is limited.

Saturday, 1.25 from 9am - 10am
The Meadow Room

Wake up with an hour of yoga led by local instructors. Free to the public. Please bring your own mat and other props.

Please plan to arrive 10 mins early. Space is limited.

Saturday 1.18, from 2pm-4pm
The Farm

Traverse century-old logging roads through lush riparian zones, open rangelands with coastal views, and serene silvopasture. The 1.5-mile trail includes a 400-foot elevation gain — and a scenic descent back down.

Bring sturdy shoes and water for this rewarding trek through The Sea Ranch’s diverse landscapes! Note: Steep sections may be challenging for those with mobility issues.

To register, email [email protected]. $20 per adult and $10 per child. Please view the cancellation policy on the registration page.

*Max 25 guests, ages 7+

Sunday, 1.19 from 10:00am - 1:00pm
The Sea Ranch Farm

Local guide “Ty The Fungi” will lead participants into our bioregion and teach basic ecology for how to safely and correctly find local wild flora and fungi. Includes lessons in proper harvesting techniques, foraging etiquette and stewardship of the natural world. While finding wild food is the highlight, guests should be prepared to learn that foraging doesn’t always yield an impressive harvest. The expectation should be as much about the experience and education of the natural world as it is about finding and harvesting its bounty. The process should be emphasized as much as the outcome. Note: Steep sections may be challenging for those with mobility issues.

$130.00 per person. Space is limited, 7 people maximum.

Wednesday, 1.29 at 6pm
The Dining Room

The Lodge team is excited to celebrate our North Coast community with these convivial Locals Night Dinners. Join in on this monthly tradition. Come celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year with traditional dumplings and Chinese dishes. 

$65/person and $25/child 12 and under, plus tax and 20% gratuity. Price does not include alcoholic beverages.

Saturday, 2.1 from 9am - 10am
The Meadow Room

Wake up with an hour of yoga led by local instructors. Free to the public. Please bring your own mat and other props.

Please plan to arrive 10 mins early. Space is limited.

Saturday, 2.8 from 9am - 10am
The Meadow Room

Wake up with an hour of yoga led by local instructors. Free to the public. Please bring your own mat and other props.

Please plan to arrive 10 mins early. Space is limited.

Saturday, 2.15 from 9am - 10am
The Meadow Room

Wake up with an hour of yoga led by local instructors. Free to the public. Please bring your own mat and other props.

Please plan to arrive 10 mins early. Space is limited.

Saturday, 2.22 from 9am - 10am
The Meadow Room

Wake up with an hour of yoga led by local instructors. Free to the public. Please bring your own mat and other props.

Please plan to arrive 10 mins early. Space is limited.

Saturday 2.1 from 2pm - 4pm
The Sea Ranch Lodge

Come to The Lodge for a fun-filled afternoon of storytelling and nature exploration! Local author Jeanne Jackson will read Sunny Loves Winter on the California Coast, and volunteer Terry Slaman will share Tree Full of Wonder. Kids can dive into hands-on activities like exploring leaves with magnifying glasses, learning math concepts inspired by nature, and creating their own bookmarks. Plus, every child gets to pick out books to keep! Snacks, books, and more are  all provided at no cost.

For questions or to volunteer, contact Sara at 925-378-5234 or [email protected].

Sunday, 2.2 from 10:00am - 1:00pm
The Sea Ranch Farm

Local guide “Ty The Fungi” will lead participants into our bioregion and teach basic ecology for how to safely and correctly find local wild flora and fungi. Includes lessons in proper harvesting techniques, foraging etiquette and stewardship of the natural world. While finding wild food is the highlight, guests should be prepared to learn that foraging doesn’t always yield an impressive harvest. The expectation should be as much about the experience and education of the natural world as it is about finding and harvesting its bounty. The process should be emphasized as much as the outcome. Note: Steep sections may be challenging for those with mobility issues.

$130.00 per person. Space is limited, 7 people maximum.

Tuesday, 2.4, at 6:30pm
The Bar + Lounge

Join us at the Lodge for Trivia Night. Bring your team, grab bites and drinks at The Bar, and compete for prizes! 

Saturday, 2.8 from 12:30pm - 2:30pm
The Sea Ranch Lodge

Join the Kids Club at the Lodge throughout the year for a series of kid-friendly seasonal events! Get crafty with your little ones as we make suncatchers, valentines’s card boxes, and more! All ages are welcome.

Saturday, 2.8, from 3pm-5pm
The Sea Ranch Lodge

Join us for Write Now!, a new writing group led by local writing coach Mark Sanford Gross. 

Write Now! is an in-the-moment program for all folks who want to explore free writing, story-telling, and curiosity about what happens when you get a notebook, pen, and a nudge. Share the beauty of 'the spoken word' with others in this enthusiastic community-building event through writing in a non-judgemental and trusting atmosphere. Bring friends and family.

Mark Sanford Gross has been building community through writing for the past few years along our coast.  He is the Creator and Co-Host of the local radio station's weekly program KGUA-Writers. He hosts writing workshops for local schools, recovery programs at Mendonoma Health Alliance, and local pop-up destinations.

Saturday 2.15, from 2pm-4pm
The Farm

Traverse century-old logging roads through lush riparian zones, open rangelands with coastal views, and serene silvopasture. The 1.5-mile trail includes a 400-foot elevation gain — and a scenic descent back down.

Bring sturdy shoes and water for this rewarding trek through The Sea Ranch’s diverse landscapes! Note: Steep sections may be challenging for those with mobility issues.

To register, email [email protected]. $20 per adult and $10 per child. Please view the cancellation policy on the registration page.

*Max 25 guests, ages 7+

Tuesday, 2.18, at 6:30pm
The Bar + Lounge

Join us at the Lodge for Trivia Night. Bring your team, grab bites and drinks at The Bar, and compete for prizes! 

Saturday, 3.1 from 9am - 10am
The Meadow Room

Wake up with an hour of yoga led by local instructors. Free to the public. Please bring your own mat and other props.

Please plan to arrive 10 mins early. Space is limited.

Saturday, 3.8 from 9am - 10am
The Meadow Room

Wake up with an hour of yoga led by local instructors. Free to the public. Please bring your own mat and other props.

Please plan to arrive 10 mins early. Space is limited.

Saturday, 3.15 from 9am - 10am
The Meadow Room

Wake up with an hour of yoga led by local instructors. Free to the public. Please bring your own mat and other props.

Please plan to arrive 10 mins early. Space is limited.

Saturday, 3.22 from 9am - 10am
The Meadow Room

Wake up with an hour of yoga led by local instructors. Free to the public. Please bring your own mat and other props.

Please plan to arrive 10 mins early. Space is limited.

Saturday, 3.29 from 9am - 10am
The Meadow Room

Wake up with an hour of yoga led by local instructors. Free to the public. Please bring your own mat and other props.

Please plan to arrive 10 mins early. Space is limited.

Tuesday, 3.4, at 6:30pm
The Bar + Lounge

Join us at the Lodge for Trivia Night. Bring your team, grab bites and drinks at The Bar, and compete for prizes! 

Saturday, 3.8, from 3pm-5pm
The Sea Ranch Lodge

Join us for Write Now!, a new writing group led by local writing coach Mark Sanford Gross. 

Write Now! is an in-the-moment program for all folks who want to explore free writing, story-telling, and curiosity about what happens when you get a notebook, pen, and a nudge. Share the beauty of 'the spoken word' with others in this enthusiastic community-building event through writing in a non-judgemental and trusting atmosphere. Bring friends and family.

Mark Sanford Gross has been building community through writing for the past few years along our coast.  He is the Creator and Co-Host of the local radio station's weekly program KGUA-Writers. He hosts writing workshops for local schools, recovery programs at Mendonoma Health Alliance, and local pop-up destinations.

Wednesday, 3.12 at 5pm - 7pm
The Sea Ranch Lodge

Join us for an evening of wine, bites, and vinyl spun by Sea Rancher Richard Harris. Experience the artistry of two exceptional women-led wineries this Women’s History Month. Courtney Humiston crafts sparkling wines inspired by Northern California’s coastal beauty, while Maggy Hawk’s winemaker, Sarah Wuethrich, brings the elegance of cool-climate winemaking from the fog-shrouded vineyards of Anderson Valley. Both Sarah and Courtney will be present to share insights into their craft. Guests will enjoy a wine flight, light bites, and a relaxed, welcoming vibe.

Make your dinner reservation for the Dining Room following the event.

$45 per person plus tax and 20% gratuity. Ages 21 and up only.

Thursday, 3.27, from 6pm-9pm

Sit back and relax with some light jazz and entertainment.. The Bar will be open for wine, beer, cocktails and light bites. Dinner reservations required for The Dining Room. 

Tuesday, 3.18, at 6:30pm
The Bar + Lounge

Join us at the Lodge for Trivia Night. Bring your team, grab bites and drinks at The Bar, and compete for prizes! 

Saturday 3.29, from 2pm-4pm
The Farm

Traverse century-old logging roads through lush riparian zones, open rangelands with coastal views, and serene silvopasture. The 1.5-mile trail includes a 400-foot elevation gain — and a scenic descent back down.

Bring sturdy shoes and water for this rewarding trek through The Sea Ranch’s diverse landscapes! Note: Steep sections may be challenging for those with mobility issues.

To register, email [email protected]. $20 per adult and $10 per child. Please view the cancellation policy on the registration page.

*Max 25 guests, ages 7+

Tuesday, 4.1, at 6:30pm
The Bar + Lounge

Join us at the Lodge for Trivia Night. Bring your team, grab bites and drinks at The Bar, and compete for prizes! 

Thursday, 4.10, from 6pm-9pm

Sit back and relax with some light jazz and entertainment.. The Bar will be open for wine, beer, cocktails and light bites. Dinner reservations required for The Dining Room. 

Join us at The Sea Ranch Lodge for an unforgettable experience. Tap into new levels of joy as you open your heart and tune into your senses during an ancestral Cacao Ceremony led by Charlotte Keane and Heart Opening yoga session led by Shoshana Hebshi.

The ceremonial cacao drink will be prepared and consumed in the ritual shared by Charlotte's ancestors. As a plant medicine, cacao itself calls us to share her loving energy with others. Paired with drums, rattles, and movement you will be able to tap into new levels of joy and exhilaration.

Priestess Charlotte brings ritual and ceremonial customs from her family in Mexico, Central and South America. She is a healer, shaman, curandera, and ordained priestess in the Order of the Magdalene. Shoshana is the founder and owner of Revolution Yoga in Santa Rosa. She has been practicing yoga for more than 20 years, and as an instructor aims to nurture the same spirit of joy, connection and calmness that was lit for her by her teachers.

$48/person. Pre-registration is required, and enrollment is limited to 20 attendees; registrations will close 1 hour prior to the event.

Please bring your own yoga mat.

Thursday, 2.27, from 6pm-9pm

Sit back and relax with some light jazz and entertainment.. The Bar will be open for wine, beer, cocktails and light bites. Dinner reservations required for The Dining Room. 

Saturday, 2.15 from 3pm - 4pm
The Lounge

Enjoy a curated flight of wines with Wine Director, Chloe Tula. In this guided and educational experience, improve your palate and learn about style characteristics of wines from all around the world.

$50 per person. Ages 21 and up only.

Saturday 3.22, from 2pm-4pm
The Sea Ranch Farm

Welcome spring with a hands-on day at the farm! Help prepare garden beds, plant vegetables, start seedlings, and spread pollinator-friendly seeds. Along the way, we’ll discuss soil health and ways to boost biodiversity.

Take home your own garden starts — and bring the kids! This family-friendly event is a great way to get your hands in the dirt and learn together.

Every Tuesday from 4pm-6pm

Bring your needlework and come together for a relaxing time visiting whilst knitting, crocheting, or hand-stitching by the fire. This free-form event is meant to gather our community around a shared interest in textile arts.