2026 WORKSHOPS.

applications now open!

Enjoying the high visual progress of applying earthen plaster on a cob bathhouse. #earthenplaster #mudgirlsnaturalbuildingcollective #HighVP #sandclaystrawmanure
#naturalbuilding #naturalfinishes #getmuddy

This not-quite-finished little wash-house was looking glorious this morning. #limeplaster #cob #bombaygin #sunshine #mudgirlsnaturalbuilding

The hybrid house. After investigating some moisture damage to the plaster and rough sill, the hole in this straw/clay wall was filled with spray foam that happened to be on hand. No major damage in the wall was found, and the source of the moisture t

Pictures never do it justice. Lime, seaweed gel and marble dust plaster. #limeplaster #naturalplaster #marble #marbledust #mazzaellajaponica

CHIP SLIP CABIN: INFILL PLUS SOME PLASTER AND COB

Location: Hornby Island BC

MAY 11-15TH 2026

Join us in turning this renovated chicken coop into a little cabin. The walls are framed and we will be tossing wood-chips with clay-slip and packing it into the walls for an insulating infill. Some of the cabin will be ready to apply plaster, and a small interior cob wall needs to be built. Come transform this little building nestled amidst the salmon berries, and camp on a lovely garden and forest property not far from the beach. Hands on experience balanced with morning instructionals covering a wide range of natural building principles.

$400 for 5 days

This is a small cabin, so participation is somewhat limited. Meals and camping included, childcare determined based on need.

All genders welcome.

Payment plans available.

No experience necessary.

COB BATHTUB RENOVATION

LOCATION: DENMAN ISLAND BC

JUNE 8-12 2026

This workshop is a bit of a different format than our usual. A smaller group of participants will join Mudgirl Rose Dickson at her natural home on Denman Island. During the week we will deconstruct an existing cob wall, remove windows, build a small dry stack rock foundation, install a bathtub and build a new cob wall around it. Morning instructionals will cover a variety of natural building principles, and examples of a several different building styles are represented on the property. Camp in mossy forest on a fun and functional land share. Only 6 participants will be accepted for this workshop.

$400 for 5 days

Lunch and camping is included in workshop fee, full kitchen available for breakfast and dinner, childcare options to be determined based on need.

All genders welcome.

Payment plan available.

No experience necessary.

Apply here for Denman Island June 8-12

FINISH PLASTER WALLS & FLOOR. PLUS COB BENCH

Location:Hat Creek, Secwepmc BC

June 22-26th 2026

For the 5th year in a row the Mudgirls head back up to Melawmen Flats to put the final touches to this little load bearing cob shelter. We will be putting on the finishing layers of plaster on the inside, and laying the top coat of the earthen floor. Participants will also be building a cob bench and/or possibly an oven to create an outdoor gathering for the Morgan family and friends to make music and connect. This event offers a unique opportunity to join with like minded people, build and create community.

Folks will have the opportunity to build with local and reclaimed materials, employ sustainable design principals, and use innovative techniques that combine artistry with ecological responsibility.

Come get muddy, learn, share and have fun.

Cost is $400 for this 5 day workshop.

This includes 3 meals per day, childcare, and camping on site.

All genders welcome.

Payment plan available.

No experience necessary.

Apply Here for Hat Creek, Secwepmc June 22-26th