Traditional Log Building
Learn the Art of Handcrafted Log Homes in the Heart of the Saskatchewan River Delta
Build with Tradition, Learn for a Lifetime
Join us for a one-of-a-kind, hands-on learning experience where land-based knowledge, practical skills, and cultural teachings come together.
Our Traditional Log Building Course invites you to step back into ancestral ways of building—using natural materials, time-honored techniques, and tools passed down through generations.
Under the guidance of experienced log builders, you’ll learn the foundations of off-grid log construction, tool safety and maintenance, and the methods used to craft a Trapper-style cabin using local timber. Whether you're a beginner or looking to deepen your skills, this course is designed to be both empowering and practical, grounded in community and connection to place.
What You’ll Learn
Help build a Trapper-style cabin and see how these skills can spark local opportunities like rentals or events.
Why Learn Log Building?
This course is more than just learning a skill—it’s about reclaiming knowledge, working with your hands, and honouring the relationship between people and the land. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of traditional construction methods and a renewed respect for what it means to build something that lasts.
Meet Your Instructors
Together, your instructors bring over 45 years of combined experience in log home building, restoration, and teaching. This course is a rare opportunity to learn from some of the most respected log builders in the region.
Leo Claret
With over a decade of experience apprenticing and working in Norway and France, Leo has taught log building courses to First Nations communities across Canada. He trained under Marius Holje of Trehjerte AS and specializes in Norwegian notch techniques, timber framing, and custom restoration work.
Solomon Carriere
Solomon has over 30 years of experience in log construction and teaching. A proud Cree man and fluent Cree speaker, he was trained by Dan Hassel of Isanti, Minnesota and helped introduce the Norwegian Notch method to the region. His work reflects a lifetime of craftsmanship rooted in tradition and community.
Michela Carriere
Founder of Aski Holistic Adventures, Michela brings her experience in custom log work and traditional building, taught by her father Solomon Carriere and Marius Holje. Michela offers a unique blend of cultural wisdom, technical skill, and a deep connection to the land.
