Blacksmithing 101 for 1-on-1
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Blacksmithing 101 for 1-on-1
Saturdays: May 11, June 8, July 13, August 10, September 14, October 12, November 2
Time: 10 am to 12 pm
Registration fee: $150/$135 for members, plus $15 materials fee payable directly to the instructor (cash)
Learn basic blacksmithing skills at the Village’s coal-fired forge in a private lesson with instructor Rick Ryer. Working alongside one of the Village’s experienced blacksmiths, learn to manage a coal forge fire; heat stock; form the stock using tools such as hammers and anvils; and complete finish work (which includes operating an electric grinder). Participant will make two J hooks. No previous experience required.