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SUMMARY:Scandi style/ bushcraft knife class 2024-Day 1 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:              Paul Widenhoefer\nClass size:              8 students max \nAre 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 a Scandinavian blade? Well\, we have the knife class for you! This class offering will be for making a scandi-style knife favored by woodworkers\, campers\, survivalists and woods men and women alike. \nWe will be covering forging a blade\, safety\, grinding\, knife steels\, handles\, heat treating\, and sharpening for this useful and versatile blade. These are typically short blades 2” to 4” in length with a wood handle. Sheathes will not be covered at this time. Students should leave with one finished (or nearly finished) knife. \nPaul Widenhoefer will be the instructor of this class. Paul has been making knives for over fifteen years and has taught knife making classes for the Guild previously. He is also a member of the ABS (American Bladesmith Society). \nWhat to bring: Students will be expected to bring safety equipment\, favorite hammer and any tongs for small stock you may have. \nLunch: Lunch can be purchased at a local establishment or brought with bag lunch style. \nTo register for this class: Send check written to Guild of Metalsmiths for $140 to: \nPaul Widenhoefer\n3618 Robin Lane\nMinnetonka\, MN 55305 \nPhone or text at 612-408-5007  Email: pwidenhoefer@gmail.com \nTo register online\, follow this link: https://www.metalsmith.org/education/. \nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark\, and each person will be notified individually. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/scandi-style-bushcraft-knife-class-2024-day-1-of-2/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
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SUMMARY:Scandi style/ bushcraft knife class 2024-Day 2 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:              Paul Widenhoefer\nClass size:              8 students max \nAre 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 a Scandinavian blade? Well\, we have the knife class for you! This class offering will be for making a scandi-style knife favored by woodworkers\, campers\, survivalists and woods men and women alike. \nWe will be covering forging a blade\, safety\, grinding\, knife steels\, handles\, heat treating\, and sharpening for this useful and versatile blade. These are typically short blades 2” to 4” in length with a wood handle. Sheathes will not be covered at this time. Students should leave with one finished (or nearly finished) knife. \nPaul Widenhoefer will be the instructor of this class. Paul has been making knives for over fifteen years and has taught knife making classes for the Guild previously. He is also a member of the ABS (American Bladesmith Society). \nWhat to bring: Students will be expected to bring safety equipment\, favorite hammer and any tongs for small stock you may have. \nLunch: Lunch can be purchased at a local establishment or brought with bag lunch style. \nTo register for this class: Send check written to Guild of Metalsmiths for $140 to: \nPaul Widenhoefer\n3618 Robin Lane\nMinnetonka\, MN 55305 \nPhone or text at 612-408-5007  Email: pwidenhoefer@gmail.com \nTo register online\, follow this link: https://www.metalsmith.org/education/. \nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark\, and each person will be notified individually. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/scandi-style-bushcraft-knife-class-2024-day-2-of-2/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
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SUMMARY:Beginners Blacksmithing 3-day Class March 2024-Day 1 of 3
DESCRIPTION:Dates: The classes are held on the following Saturdays of March 9\, 16\, and 23\, 2024 \nLocation: Minnesota School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr NW\, Ramsey MN 55303\, just off Hwy 10 near the Anoka Vocational College (see map below). \nClass Description: This 3 day class covers the basics of: Safety\, Tools\, Fire Control\, Forging Dynamics\, Tapers (ribbon\, fishtail\, point)\, Twisting\, Riveting\, Shouldering\, Upset\, Cutting\, Splitting\, Punching\, Heat Treat\, Scrolling\, Bending\, Forge weld.\nThe beginners basic classes are designed to give everyone the same understanding of the basics\, techniques and terminology. \nThe 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. \nClass Size: 8 \nCost: $190 for NON members\, $180 for Guild members (covers everything you need: the facility\, coal\, metal tools and workbook)\nMinors (under 18) must have a parent present. There will be no sharing of forges. \nClass Champion: George Auel at George.Auel@gmail.com \nWhat you need to bring: Eye\, ear and skin protection. This includes safety glasses\, ear muff or plugs and suitable clothing which includes hard shoes\, cotton or leather. Synthetic and polyester clothing will burn and melt. There will be sparks and brushes against hot metal. \nTools: Tools are provided but if you have a favorite hammer\, punches\, chisels and tools\, bring them along. A small 1 to 2 pound ball peen hammer would work. We have various hammers for you to try and get a feel for what is comfortable. \nTypical day: Classes start at 9 but people usually show up earlier to swap stories or show off recent projects. Feel free to bring projects you are working on to show. We break for lunch. \nLunch: You can either bring a brown bag or go out to a local fast food restaurant. Classes end between 3 and 5. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nTo register:  For non-members\,  Click [HERE] to register.\nFor Guild members\,  Click [HERE] to register in Neon under ‘Events’.\n****Acceptance will be in the order submitted\, based on the transaction date\, and each person will be notified individually.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Email George Auel at George.Auel@gmail.com \nMap of Location:
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/beginners-blacksmithing-3-day-class-january-2024-day-1-of-3/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
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SUMMARY:Beginners Blacksmithing Class March 2024-Day 2 of 3
DESCRIPTION:Dates: The classes are held on the following Saturdays of March 9\, 16\, and 23\, 2024 \nLocation: Minnesota School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr NW\, Ramsey MN 55303\, just off Hwy 10 near the Anoka Vocational College (see map below). \nClass Description: This 3 day class covers the basics of: Safety\, Tools\, Fire Control\, Forging Dynamics\, Tapers (ribbon\, fishtail\, point)\, Twisting\, Riveting\, Shouldering\, Upset\, Cutting\, Splitting\, Punching\, Heat Treat\, Scrolling\, Bending\, Forge weld.\nThe beginners basic classes are designed to give everyone the same understanding of the basics\, techniques and terminology. \nThe 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. \nClass Size: 8 \nCost: $190 for NON members\, $180 for Guild members (covers everything you need: the facility\, coal\, metal tools and workbook)\nMinors (under 18) must have a parent present. There will be no sharing of forges. \nClass Champion: George Auel at George.Auel@gmail.com \nWhat you need to bring: Eye\, ear and skin protection. This includes safety glasses\, ear muff or plugs and suitable clothing which includes hard shoes\, cotton or leather. Synthetic and polyester clothing will burn and melt. There will be sparks and brushes against hot metal. \nTools: Tools are provided but if you have a favorite hammer\, punches\, chisels and tools\, bring them along. A small 1 to 2 pound ball peen hammer would work. We have various hammers for you to try and get a feel for what is comfortable. \nTypical day: Classes start at 9 but people usually show up earlier to swap stories or show off recent projects. Feel free to bring projects you are working on to show. We break for lunch. \nLunch: You can either bring a brown bag or go out to a local fast food restaurant. Classes end between 3 and 5. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nTo register:  For non-members\,  Click [HERE] to register.\nFor Guild members\,  Click [HERE] to register in Neon under ‘Events’.\n****Acceptance will be in the order submitted\, based on the transaction date\, and each person will be notified individually.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Email George Auel at George.Auel@gmail.com \nMap of Location:
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/beginners-blacksmithing-class-march-2024-day-2-of-3/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
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SUMMARY:Beginners Blacksmithing Class March 2024 - Day 3 of 3
DESCRIPTION:Dates: The classes are held on the following Saturdays of March 9\, 16\, and 23\, 2024 \nLocation: Minnesota School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr NW\, Ramsey MN 55303\, just off Hwy 10 near the Anoka Vocational College (see map below). \nClass Description: This 3 day class covers the basics of: Safety\, Tools\, Fire Control\, Forging Dynamics\, Tapers (ribbon\, fishtail\, point)\, Twisting\, Riveting\, Shouldering\, Upset\, Cutting\, Splitting\, Punching\, Heat Treat\, Scrolling\, Bending\, Forge weld.\nThe beginners basic classes are designed to give everyone the same understanding of the basics\, techniques and terminology. \nThe 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. \nClass Size: 8 \nCost: $190 for NON members\, $180 for Guild members (covers everything you need: the facility\, coal\, metal tools and workbook)\nMinors (under 18) must have a parent present. There will be no sharing of forges. \nClass Champion: George Auel at George.Auel@gmail.com \nWhat you need to bring: Eye\, ear and skin protection. This includes safety glasses\, ear muff or plugs and suitable clothing which includes hard shoes\, cotton or leather. Synthetic and polyester clothing will burn and melt. There will be sparks and brushes against hot metal. \nTools: Tools are provided but if you have a favorite hammer\, punches\, chisels and tools\, bring them along. A small 1 to 2 pound ball peen hammer would work. We have various hammers for you to try and get a feel for what is comfortable. \nTypical day: Classes start at 9 but people usually show up earlier to swap stories or show off recent projects. Feel free to bring projects you are working on to show. We break for lunch. \nLunch: You can either bring a brown bag or go out to a local fast food restaurant. Classes end between 3 and 5. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nTo register:  For non-members\,  Click [HERE] to register.\nFor Guild members\,  Click [HERE] to register in Neon under ‘Events’.\n****Acceptance will be in the order submitted\, based on the transaction date\, and each person will be notified individually.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Email George Auel at George.Auel@gmail.com \nMap of Location:
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/beginners-blacksmithing-class-march-2024-day-3-of-3/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
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