Get wild and “embrace the invase” in this kudzu/bamboo= “KuBoo” Basket Weaving class! Get to know split bamboo and kudzu as weaving materials. Learn how to harvest and strip a kudzu vine. Engage with refined, hand-crafted split bamboo. Weave the Kudzu and Bamboo together to create your own personalized and unique KuBoo basket!
We will provide baubles and decorations for you to choose from to make your basket unique. Many of these embellishments will be made of bamboo, including beads and buttons made from canes and rhizomes.
We will also provide all weaving materials.
While we weave, Aaron will be available for a Q&A session about bamboo. Bamboo is a mysterious plant to many. Ask Aaron questions to learn more about bamboo while you weave.
What to bring:
A water bottle
Pack your own lunch or snacks
A “Can-Do” attitude!
We will provide:
All crafting and weaving materials and tools
Camp Croft State Park’s Shelter #3 has an open area for exploring and restrooms within walking distance.
Additional Cost: Croft State Park is over 7000 acres and offers everything from a playground to hiking and biking trails. As a state park, there is an admission fee: $3 for adults over the age of 15, $1.50 for seniors, $1 for kids ages 6-15, and free for children age 5 and under. This admission fee is NOT included in your ticket price and must be paid separately upon entry into Croft State Park. Note: You may choose to avoid this fee by requesting a SC State Parks Passport from your local library. If you choose this option, we recommend making a request for this item a few weeks in advance before the class, due to possible high demand and low availability.
WORKSHOP #1:
Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
Location: Croft State Park Shelter #3
Address: 450 Croft State Park Rd, Spartanburg, SC 29302
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (this time frame is extended to allow everyone to complete a basket. You may finish much earlier based on your skill set).
Cost: $50-105 per participant (recommended ages 13+)
Purchase your tickets here: https://carolinabamboo.org/product/kuboo-basket-weaving-may-9-2026/
NOTE: If you have trouble with our online payment form, you may also send your payment directly to our Paypal account at: We***@************oo.org and we will follow up with a confirmation of payment email.
Important Note: No ticket refunds are available for this event.
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