Where are classes held?

Classes are held at Woodspirit School, 2nd Floor, 1400 3rd Street West, Ashland, WI 54806 unless otherwise noted. Addresses for off site courses and events are sent in a confirmation email.

What is the closest airport?

Ashland, WI (pop. ~8,000) is a little over an hour’s drive from Duluth, MN where the closest international airport DLH is with connections from Chicago and Minneapolis. There is a smaller airport with limited flights in Ironwood, MI. Some people also drive here from the airport in Minneapolis, MN ~4 hours away.

Where can I stay?

We are working on a list of local friends who have rooms to rent. Check out the basic descriptions on our Local Housing List webpage, then send us an email for more details.

There are hotels, VRBO’s and Airbnb’s in Ashland as well as campsites (both tent and RV). Prentice Park is the closest campground to the school, but they do not take reservations. You could also look for places near Washburn or a little further in Bayfield.

https://riverrockinn.net/

VRBO in Ashland

Airbnb in Ashland

https://www.visitashland.com/plan-your-visit/lodging/

https://campgrounds.rvlife.com/regions/wisconsin/ashland

What is there to eat?

Food and shopping options include a great bakery-Ashland Baking Company, cafe-The Black Cat Coffeehouse, the Copper Pasty shop, a Natural Foods Co-op, Super One grocery store, a few restaurants, breweries, and a Walmart.

Nice Places to Eat/Drink:

Taqueria La Monarcha in Ashland—The Quesa Birria is good

We like Adventure Club Brewery in Bayfield. They have a food truck on weekends throughout the summer.

Patsy’s—Friday Fish Fry and Burgers Washburn

Delta Diner a bit of a drive

St. James Social in Bayfield, posh interior, drinks, food

What else is there to do in the area?

Kayaking, Beaches, Swimming, Hiking, Beer Breweries, Live Music, cheese curds…

Art & Beer: The Ghost Ship Gallery is run by super cool people, hang out and have a drink while perusing local and beyond artwork, pottery, art supplies and gifts. Watch out for ghosts and live music!

Beaches: Our favorite is Bayview Beach between Washburn and Bayfield

Things to do in Ashland, WI

Things to do in Washburn, WI

Things to do in Bayfield, WI

Health & Safety

Class participation is at your own risk. Class sizes are limited and lessons take place inside and outside. By registering for an event or course you are acknowledging responsibility for your own health and safety and agree to hold hosts, instructors, and participants harmless.

Cancellation/Refunds

Cancellation is very difficult due to small class sizes and the challenges of replacing your spot. Let us know as soon as possible if you are cancelling. All cancellations are subject to a 15% cancellation fee. Some courses have a Special Cancellation Policy listed in their description.

Standard Cancellation Policy: 85% refund for cancellations more than 6 weeks before the start of class. No refunds for cancellations of less than 6 weeks unless your place in class is filled by someone on a waitlist.

Special Cancellation Policy: No refunds for cancellations unless your spot is filled from the waitlist.

If the workshop is cancelled by Woodspirit School a full refund will be given. If a class doesn't meet minimum enrollment, it may be cancelled by us.

Work Study/Scholarship Fund/Reduced Tuition

Spots in select classes are available for work study trade to local folks. Contact us to find out more.

We are also working on a fund to provide financial assistance to low income people interested in traditional craft and to locals.

We are looking for donors to this project, email us!

Return students will get an early bird discount coupon for 2025 classes! Check your email and register by April 1, 2025. One use per returning student.

Give Craft to Someone You Love!

Gift certificates are available here!