How to Register

Class sizes are limited. Early registration will help ensure that you get the classes you want. You may register for classes by:

1. Mail: Complete the registration form and mail, along with full payment, to The Clearing, P.O. Box 65, Ellison Bay, WI 54210.

2. Fax: Complete and fax the registration form to The Clearing at 920-854-9751. Include your Visa or MasterCard number.

3. In Person: Sign up for Winter Program classes at The Clearing. Simply bring the registration form and payment to The Clearing. Even better, sign up while enjoying some holiday cheer at The Clearing. Simply bring the registration form and payment to The Clearing Christmas Open House on December 8 or 9 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Fees and Pricing

Information on fees and pricing is listed at the end of each class description. Some classes require an additional materials, facility or shop fee. These are noted at the end of the class descriptions.

If a Class Fills

Some classes fill completely, although most do not. Classes for which there are more registrations than available space will be lotteried. Important: To ensure you will be included in the lottery, your registration form must be received by 4 p.m. on December 13. Registrations received after 4 p.m. on December 13 will be assigned to open classes on a first-come, space-available basis. All other registrations will be added to a waiting list.

Friends of The Clearing Discount

Members of the Friends of The Clearing receive a 10% discount on the tuition part of all Winter Program classes. The discount does not apply to materials, facility or shop fees.

Friends of The Clearing Life Members

Friends of The Clearing Life Member registrations received prior to the December 13 lottery deadline are exempt from the lottery. However, if a class fills with Life Members before the lottery deadline, a separate lottery for Life Members will be held for that class. After the lottery, all registrations will be assigned to open classes on a first-come, space-available basis. If you are a Life Member, please be sure to check the Life Member box on the registration form.

Class Confirmation

You will receive an acknowledgement letter or e-mail five or six business days after the December 13 lottery deadline.

Scandia Residents

The tuition portion of the registration fee is waived for Scandia residents who take any Clearing class held at Scandia. Scandia residents still need to register with The Clearing and pay for any materials fees.

Severe Weather

During severe weather, listen to WDOR, 910 AM/93.9 FM, for cancellations. If Gibraltar School is cancelled, all Clearing classes are cancelled. If Gibraltar School has a late start, morning classes at The Clearing are cancelled, but afternoon classes will be held.

Note: If all Clearing classes are cancelled on the day of a potluck, the potluck is also cancelled. If afternoon classes at The Clearing are cancelled, the potluck is also cancelled. If only morning classes are cancelled, the potluck will be held. If in doubt, call The Clearing.

If classes are cancelled due to severe weather, make-up sessions (if any) will be left to the instructor.

Cancellation Policy

Full refunds are available only if you are unable to get into the class(es) of your choice or if The Clearing cancels a class. No other refunds will be issued. There are no discounts or refunds for missed class sessions. The Clearing will begin processing refunds for lotteried classes the second week of classes.

Potluck Notes

Can you help at the Taste of The Clearing potlucks? Please check your registration form for information on volunteer opportunities at these fun events.

Please remember to bring your own place setting to each potluck and a plastic bag for your soiled dishes and utensils.

Note about cancellations: If all Clearing classes are cancelled on the day of a potluck, the potluck is also cancelled. If afternoon classes at The Clearing are cancelled, the potluck is also cancelled. If only morning classes are cancelled, the potluck will be held. If in doubt, call The Clearing.

Helpful Things to Remember This Winter

Keep your catalog handy! It will help answer many of your questions.

Drive slowly at The Clearing. We sand the roads when conditions warrant it, but nothing helps as much as slowing down, especially on the curves!

Trails and roads at The Clearing can be uneven and rough in places. Be sure to wear appropriate winter clothing and sturdy shoes.

Many classes fill. This is good for The Clearing but can be frustrating for someone not getting into their selected class. The lottery system we use to manage over-subscribed classes isn't perfect, but we have not found a better way. We work with each instructor to establish the maximum number of students for their class. Some instructors are able, if their class fills, to offer an extra section, but most are not. Please understand that, although we do all we can to accommodate as many students as we can in each class, some classes will fill, and we will have to use our lottery system for those classes.

Accessibility

The landscape at The Clearing is somewhat 'rugged' in places. Although every reasonable effort has been made, or is being made to make the grounds accessible for students with physical disabilities, some students may find our campus difficult to negotiate. Please call The Clearing to discuss any concerns you have regarding accessibility.

Admission Policy

Students must be at least 18 years old to attend classes at The Clearing. All students are welcome at The Clearing regardless of race, sex, religion, nationality or ethnic origin.

Office and Jens Jensen Visitor Center Hours

8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday