Ties that Bind: Explore the art of Hawaiian cordage

Join special guest instructor Ken Ching, a longtime volunteer with UH’s Urban Garden Center, to learn the art of making cordage from natural fibers. In this hands-on class, participants will discover traditional techniques for stripping fibers and twisting them into strong, durable cordage. Perfect for anyone interested in sustainable crafting, survival skills, or cultural practices!

Instructor: Ken Ching (volunteer from the Urban Garden Center)

What to wear/bring:

• Comfortable, closed-toe shoes with good traction (required) You should be prepared to walk on uneven terrain.
• Long pants (to keep mosquitoes off. Optional: a light jacket or long-sleeved outer shirt.)
• Bug Spray (optional but recommended)
• Water bottle (optional but recommended)

Class will be held at the downstairs Visitor Center classroom with hike through the Lyon Arboretum grounds.

P roceeds from this class go to the Lyon Arboretum Education Department.

Deadline for refunds: March 21, 2025

Refunds will not be given for tickets purchased after the refund deadline. Ticket fees cannot be transferred to other classes.

***This class is co-sponsored by the Friends of Lyon Arboretum (FLA). FLA members receive a 20% discount on this workshop and other Lyon Arboretum Education Department classes/workshops. If you are a member, an email will be sent out prior to the opening of class registration with a discount code. Please contact us by email at [email protected] if you have not received your registration discount code.

To learn more about the Friends of Lyon Arboretum and to become a member, please see our .***

For questions about the class content or logistics, please call Lyon Arboretum at (808) 988-0456 or email [email protected].

For questions about ticketing, please call and leave a message for Friends of Lyon Arboretum at (808) 988-0464 or email [email protected].

Host or Publisher Lyon Arboretum Education Department