June 2025 Hammer-In at Nowthen
June 6 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Join us for the annual TGoM Spring/Summer Hammer-In at the Nowthen Blacksmith Shop! Whether you’re a seasoned blacksmith or a beginner eager to learn, this event is all about forging, sharing skills, and having a great time with fellow smiths.
Schedule of Events
Friday, June 6
3:30 PM – Early arrival & setup
4:30 PM – Late Night – Open forge
Saturday, June 7, June Member Meeting
All Day Forging
12:00 PM – Potluck & Business Meeting
Bring a dish to share if you can.
Afternoon – Blind Forging Competition
Challenge: Feel an object inside a box and forge it without looking!
Rules: Time limit applies. Prizes to be announced.
Evening – Late Night – Open forge continues
Sunday, June 8
Morning – Final forging & cleanup
Departure – Pack up and go home happy!
Focus Project & Skills Sharing
We will work toward the Fall Conference contest: Animal heads on useful tools. Bring any examples or ideas to share. If you’d rather focus on another project or skill, that’s perfectly fine!
What to Bring
Your own tools if you have them
Specific steel stock if needed (limited stock available on-site)
Scrap pieces welcome
Enthusiasm for learning and sharing!
New to Blacksmithing?
Beginners are highly encouraged to attend! This is a great opportunity to try your hand at smithing in a welcoming environment. If you’d like guidance on a specific project, reach out ahead of time, and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
Demonstrations & Contact
If you have skills in tool-making or other forging techniques and would like to demonstrate, or if you have questions, please contact Wayne Olson. (Phone number available in the Forum.)
Additional Details
Camping: Primitive on-site camping available Friday & Saturday night
Facilities: Port-a-potties on-site
Equipment:
Five forges available (coal provided)
Additional forge & anvil provided
Bring your own equipment if desired
No Charge to Participate
Tailgating Encouraged
Want to forge all night on Saturday? Challenge accepted! I’ll stay through Sunday to support those who want to keep going.
See you there!
Contact: Wayne Olson,
wayneolson10@gmail.com, 320.280.0100
