We’ve added a new class the first one filled so fast!
BUILD YOUR OWN LONG BOW TAUGHT BY MASTER CRAFTSMAN JOHN STRUNK
This is a unique opportunity to learn Bow Making from a Master Craftsman. You just have to search his name in Google to find that he is a highly sought after teacher and mentor. Check out this article on Travel Oregon.
“When John carefully crafts his next “tool” from the 6-foot long, lanky stick of wood, it’s clear that the Tillamook County resident has a master bow maker’s touch. For nearly forty years, Strunk has tried and succeeded in creating everything just like native people might have: the bows, the arrows, quivers and broad heads. The natural materials he prefers for bow making include: bamboo, maple, osage and the long popular and gorgeous Yew wood.”
This class is only open to 10 students, so reserve your spot. It will be Saturday and Sunday, March 24 & 25 from 8 – 5 pm. Cost is $250+Bow staves which are provided by John. He brings a variety to choose from and they range in price from $50 to $125. They are purchased from John at the time the class begins.
A journey into the world of the Bladesmith. This intense 6 hour class will focus on the forging skills needed for bladesmithing and forging a blade. a blade with hand shaped construction will be the primary project. A focus on better hand forging skills, grinding, and proper heat treatment will be the core of the class. Basic handle construction, materials, fitting, filing and finish will be covered, it may be possible for students to leave with one completely finished blade based on skill level. A minimum of a beginners blacksmithing workshop is required.
Make sure to wear closed toed shoes and dress in layers, as they the shop gets very warm. While the knife is cooling is a good time to run to Jac’s or bring your own lunch.
This basic blacksmith class is taught by Shag, a retired farrier. Shag will show you some great tricks of the trade as you begin your journey into blacksmithing.
Dan has been smithing for five years, he built a shop at his home and most days swings a hammer for a few hours. Dan volunteers at the Heritage center in McMinnville, where they have a turn of the century blacksmith shop.
Dan will be teaching you the basics of swinging a hammer as well as taking beginners to new heights as he explores the possibilities of what blacksmithing has to offer. You will gain a working understanding of blacksmith tools and techniques including tapering, flattening, dishing and bending. $75/class
Largest plowing competition with draft animals on the West Coast. 20+ teams of draft horses and mules, Blacksmith, Sawmill, Farm demos, Food, Music, Pioneer kids’ activities, Vendors & More
Anvil will be banding wheels at the event! Every year we do it and it is so much fun!!!
$8 adults – free for kids under 12
Make your very own cutting board while learning how to use Anvil’s power tools. We will cover using the planer, ripping on the table saw, cross cutting on the miter saw, curved cuts on the bandsaw, doing a decorative edge with the router, and using a sander to finish the project.
This is a great chance to get to know, or brush up on the most powerful tools in the shop. This class is a pre-requisite for open shop access and you get to take home your cutting board. This class is for anyone 12 and older.
Rob is a great teacher that will give you the freedom to learn basic skills or go on to the next level in blacksmithing. If you have already had a basic class – bring your ideas of what you would like to try next, and Rob will work with you to make it happen – at least as much as is possible.
Rob is a great teacher that will give you the freedom to learn basic skills or go on to the next level in blacksmithing. If you have already had a basic class – bring your ideas of what you would like to try next, and Rob will work with you to make it happen – at least as much as is possible.
Spend an evening with friends or make some new ones! Wendy will be teaching and you’ll get to turn chunky candlesticks and foot massagers on the lathe. We have space for 8 for this fun night!