Who we are

We are students of Earth living skills, who decided to make a living doing something we enjoy – Braintanning!

Kfir Mendel Founder and Head Instructor. He started studying primitive skills over a decade ago, and never thought he would end up tanning hides for a living. What began as a short term way of making an extra income, turned into a vocation and a great journey. Together with his passion for teaching, he truly loves his work, and looks forward to every hide and every workshop. He's been tanning hides professioanly since '05. Teaching teens and adults the art of Brain Tanning, and giving them the tools to make their own clothing along with the freedom that comes with it, has been an amazing honor for him. Kfir has taught people from all over the world, and collaborated with school and organizations such as Practical Primitive, The Maine Primitive Skills School, Ozark Trackers Society, Midwest Native Skills Intitute, Wildwood Bushcraft UK, and Caretakers of Israel.

We frequently join forces with other experts, instructors, and crafters to bring our customers the highest quality products and workshops we possibly can. Here are only some of our good friends...

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How we got our name

Inspired by "Two Wolves," the story of an old native grandfather teaching his grandson about life. We felt it summed up how we feel about this life we've been given, and what we strive for day to day. Read the full story here.

What we do and why

Our mission is to pursue the art of traditional Brain Tanning and to share it with others. Our hides have put smiles on many faces. Our work also supports organizations, such as the Wilderness Awareness School, White Pine Programs, Kroka Expeditions, and others who are dedicated to preserving the earth and its teachings.

What our customers have to say

We've gotten quite a bit of very positive feedback, so much so that it needed its own page. Go here to read what our customers have to say!

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