Youth develop metal forging skills in the blacksmith shop with experienced instructors in this very popular class. Students make BBQ tools, chisels, and other projects. The fire and tools used in this class demand respect and develop responsibility. Tillers encourages serious students willing to apply themselves for all four days. Projects are selected to build confidence and skills. Some time may also be spent in the woodshop and on the farm. Prospective students must submit a short essay describing their interest in blacksmithing at the time of registration.
Enrollment: 4 to 8
Ages: 12-16
a/ July 19-22, 2010, Monday-Thursday, 9:00-5:00pm, $280
Cook's Mill, Scotts, MI
With John Sarge and Joe Rafacz
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