Tap into your inner wildness as Jessica Carew Kraft, author of Why We Need To Be Wild, offers natural navigation techniques, wildlife tracking strategies, and perceptual awareness exercises used by ancient humans to thrive and survive in the wild. Hear about her adventures with folks reviving and refining these Paleolithic skills in the modern age.
But the magic doesn't stop there. We then invite you to embark on a guided tour inside the magnificent Conservatory, a sanctuary of flora and fauna that will leave you spellbound. Marvel at the vibrant colors, breathe in the intoxicating scents, and witness the harmony between nature and architecture in this oasis within the city.
This is an extraordinary opportunity to be part of an event that celebrates art, nature, and the power of storytelling. Don't miss your chance to experience the transformative world of Rewilding and gain a deeper understanding of our interconnectedness with the environment.
After your immersive experience there will be time for you to purchase your own copy of this exciting book, and enjoy coffee with delicious organic plant based donuts generously provided by Mighty-O Donuts during an outdoor book signing. This would be the perfect time to get your copy and read more in the park.
Jessica harvested oak galls to create a traditional ink that dates back thousands of years and was used to sign the Declaration of Independence and many ancient manuscripts. She will use the ink to sign copies of her book.
The Elliott Bay Book Company teamed up with the Friends of the Conservatory for this unique experience.
To support the Friends of the Conservatory consider becoming a member or making a donation, both support the programming and preservation of this majestic site.
About the Author:
Jessica Carew Kraft is the author of Why We Need to Be Wild: One Woman’s Quest for Ancient Human Answers to 21st-Century Questions (Sourcebooks, 2023). In mid-life, she became a naturalist and wild food forager. Formerly residing in Berkeley, she now lives with her partner, two daughters, and like-minded neighbors of various species in the forest of the Sierra Foothills.
Her reporting on health, culture, tech, and education has been published in The New York Times, The Atlantic, Forbes, San Francisco Chronicle, Politico, NBC News, KQED, and many other outlets.
About Mighty-O Donuts:
Mighty-O was founded based on the core values of providing the community with organic, non-GMO, vegan, affordable, and sustainable donuts.
About The Elliott Bay Book Company:
Located in the heart of Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood, The Elliott Bay Book Company is a full service bookstore. We offer one of the region's best selection of new books, with over 150,000 titles, as well as a large collection of remainders. In addition, Elliott Bay presents an unparalleled schedule of author readings and events throughout the year. This reading is the first offsite experience with the Volunteer Park Conservatory.
About the Friends of the Conservatory:
Starting in 1980 when we saved the Conservatory from the brink of demolition, FOC and community have raised millions of dollars for essential capital improvements, advocated for expanded city support, and enriched the on-site experience through public education programs and arts and culture activations. This movement began with concerned neighbors and community members who came together to save and then advance the Conservatory. For over four decades, the Friends of the Conservatory has been a dedicated champion of the Volunteer Park Conservatory.