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The beginners’ basic classes are designed to give everyone the same understanding of the basics, techniques and terminology. The basic classes or proficiency is required before taking any of the many other classes the Guild offers. This enables those classes to concentrate on advanced techniques without having to spend time on basic concepts. This 3…

The beginners’ basic classes are designed to give everyone the same understanding of the basics, techniques and terminology. The basic classes or proficiency is required before taking any of the many other classes the Guild offers. This enables those classes to concentrate on advanced techniques without having to spend time on basic concepts. This 3…

Instructor: Paul Widenhoefer Minimum of 4 students, max is 8 Are you afraid of being stuck in the wilderness with only a knife at your side? Or do you just want to carve some Dala horses with an authentic Scandinavian blade? Well we have the knife class for you! This class offering will be for…

Taste of Blacksmithing projects to make This is the day to try blacksmithing! We’re designing this for the complete novice. Hammer in hand, iron heated in the coal forge, anvil at the ready, you’ll be making one or more of these take-home projects: a drive-hook, an S-hook, a wrist cuff (Viking arm band, anyone?), or…

Instructor: Jim Scott Class size: 8 max, 5 minimum The day will include: Prepare a punch, a slitting chisel and a drift using approximately 5/8 inch round stock. We will fabricate normal length (6 to 8 inches) hand held tools (no handles). We will heat treat using oil. We will have trainers who offer all…

Instructor: Larry Wasmund Minimum students 5 Maximum students 10 We will be using the most basic procedures to construct a Forge Rake, Water Can, Forge Shovel, and a Poker. Bring safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and wear denim or cotton clothes. Entry level skills to intermediate level skills, depending on the handle design. Lunch: 1…