Brian will be demonstration and how-to's of sharpening hand planes, gouges, chisels and card scrapers. Will also include hands-on setup/use of these tools.

Cost of the event is $14.96 for members and has a maximum of 6 students. 

This class introduces you to the new blacksmithing zone. We cover propane forge operation, zone safety, basic hand forging, and nail making. At the completion of the class, members will receive a key to access the forge and foundry building.

Proper attire is natural fiber clothing such as cotton jeans and T-shirts. Cotton/polyester blend is OK but synthetic clothing or other materials that can melt are unsafe. We have eye protection available but suggest you bring your own if you have them.

Billy will give you a basic introduction to the machining area. This class will begin with a tour of the machining area with a, in-depth discussion of each tool, it’s uses, proper procedures, and safety. At the end of this class, all participating members will be authorized to use the drill press, box pan brake, handtools, and the horizontal bandsaw.

Brian will be demonstrating the technique he use for making wood inlays. In this class you will practice this technique and create an inlay of a leaf on a piece of ash stock. You will be using marking knives, routers, gouges, chisels and the bandsaw. All materials and tools will be provided, however if you have your own marking knife or gouges you would prefer to use I encourage you bring them.