Bowl Carving
Using traditional hand tools, students shape and hollow a wooden bowl from green wood, learning safe technique, grain awareness, and the fundamentals of balanced form.
Spoon Carving
Starting with freshly split green wood, students shape a spoon blank with an axe before refining it with straight and hook knives. Along the way, you’ll learn safe carving grips, how to read the grain, and the techniques that bring balance and character to a finished spoon.
Timber Framing
This class introduces students to timber frame construction, covering layout, tools, and classic joinery methods used in structural wood framing.
SketchUp Pro
Learn the essentials of SketchUp Pro and turn your ideas into accurate 3D models. This hands-on class covers core tools, workflows, and practical techniques for real-world projects.
Heavy Equipment Operation
This class introduces students to heavy equipment operation, covering basic machine functions, safe operation practices, and practical experience.
Drystone Walling
(wall built by Kim Coggin, PA, DSWA level 4) Get your hands dirty and learn the age-old craft of drystone walling. This immersive event offers practical instruction, teamwork, and the satisfaction of building something that lasts.
Leather Working
Learn the basics of leatherworking through hands-on projects that cover cutting, stitching, and finishing techniques.
Basket Weaving
Students learn the fundamentals of traditional basket weaving—building a strong base, setting stakes, and weaving with consistent tension to create a durable, functional basket from natural materials.
Blacksmithing
Learn the fundamentals of blacksmithing through hands-on forging, basic tool use, and traditional metalworking techniques.