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SUMMARY:April Membership Meeting 2024
DESCRIPTION:Next TGoM membership meeting will be April 10 at Oxygen Service Co.\, St. Paul\, MN\nJoin your fellow Guild of Metalsmith friends on Wednesday\, April 10 at Oxygen Service Co.\, 1111 Pierce Butler Route\, St. Paul\, MN. Oxygen Service will have a lecture for us on Safe Operating of Oxy Acetylene Torch and Alternative Gas Use. \nPotluck starts at 6:30 pm. Please bring a dish to pass. \nKeep in mind\, as a Guild member you have a 15% discount on gases and most items that are not already marked as a sale item. \nChampion for this meeting is Kim Maas. You can contact me by phone/text at 651-328-7219 or email at TGoMvolunteer@gmail.com with any questions you may have. \nOxygen Service map
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/april-membership-meeting-2024/
LOCATION:Oxygen Service Company\, 1111 Pierce Butler Route\, St Paul\, MN\, 55104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Kim Maas":MAILTO:TGoM.volunteer@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240323T170000
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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
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="George Auel":MAILTO:george.auel@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240316T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240316T170000
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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
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240309T170000
DTSTAMP:20240102T180223Z
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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
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="George Auel":MAILTO:george.auel@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240303T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240303T170000
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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
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Widenhoefer":MAILTO:pwidenhoefer@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240302T170000
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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
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240217T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240217T120000
DTSTAMP:20240131T203947Z
CREATED:20231201T185857Z
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SUMMARY:February 17 Membership Meeting 2024
DESCRIPTION:Guild meeting Saturday\, February 17 at 9:00 a.m. is ‘BYOC’ (Bring Your Own Coffee)\nNorthfield Foundry & Mach Company \n320 Water St N\, \nNorthfield\, MN 55057 \nWe will be hosted by Northfield Foundry. Herb Fick visited it prior to our meeting\, and this is most of his report: \n“The Foundry dates to 1920 when Mike Machacek moved to Northfield after an argument with the priest in New Prague MN. He developed a line of industrial woodworking machinery that was accepted worldwide. They closed the hot part of the operation in or about 1946. \n“Jeff Machacek has offered a tour of the facilities on a Saturday when the shop is quiet. The equipment ranges from large lathes\, boring machines\, planers that handle very large castings\, balancing equipment for large wheels\, rollers and arbor motors which are purposely built at the foundry. Their catalog sales are based on table saws\, bandsaws\, drop saws\, and jointers for the furniture industry. Their specials support local manufacturing industry. \n“The rules: If we want chairs\, we need to bring them. Expect to stand throughout the tour. Expect questions to be welcome. Do not wear your best clothes. This is an old shop\, and the floors are not clean. \n“The foundry has a website that will be interesting to some\, but it is limited. Right now\, their shop is booked out for about a year\, so don’t plan on buying something to take with you. A personal note: Once you are familiar with the name\, you will realize you will see their name anywhere you travel in the Western world.” \nIf you’re interested in going out to eat after the meeting\, here is Herb’s culinary review of local eating establishments: \nWe have a pretty good selection of local eating establishments in town\, my view. \n\nHigh end would be the Northfield Golf Club. They do a sandwich type of lunch. They have a liquor license.\nWe have a Culver’s that is a little better than most Culver’s. They have a back room where we sometimes gather groups.\nThe bowling alley on the south side of town has become popular with me.\nThe Ole Store is up by St. Olaf College and does more interesting food. Usually very good.\nThe Quarter Back is right on the highway and is popular. The owner is really good to the high school crowd that works there.\nLots of people like Hogans\, on Main Street. I don’t.\nThe Reunion on Main Street is a bit upscale and usually good.\nI like Fielder’s Choice on the south side of town.\nAnd there is Perkin’s.\nThere are some new places I have never tried\, but there is no lack of opportunity.\n\n— Herb \nThat’s it. Remember:  Saturday 9 am\, Feb. 17\, and eat first! If you have questions\, contact me\, (the meeting champion) Richard Zielike\, at richard@edinaclock.com or 612-860-6120.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/february-17-membership-meeting-2024/
LOCATION:Northfield Foundary & Machine Company\, 320 Water St N\, Northfield\, MN\, 55057\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240210T130000
DTSTAMP:20231101T170104Z
CREATED:20231101T165907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T170104Z
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SUMMARY:Copper Jewelry Class 2024
DESCRIPTION:Location:            Jackson Street Roundhouse blacksmith shop (MN Transportation Museum)\, 193 Pennsylvania Ave. E.\, St. Paul\, MN  55113\nInstructor:          Larry Nevin\nCost:                   $65 members; $75 non-members\nClass size:         8 maximum (18years + )\nClass manager: Kim Maas\, 651-328-7219 \, TGoMvolunteer@gmail.com \nDescription: A Copper Jewelry Class will be held Saturday\, February 10\, 2024\, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Jackson Street Roundhouse just in time for Valentines Day. Come and make a custom piece of jewelry for your favorite Valentine or\, better yet\, for yourself. This class is a wonderful opportunity for beginner metalsmiths and a good challenge for the advanced metalsmith. The class is offered to adults only\, 18+. The maximum class size is limited to 8. so don’t wait to register. \nTo register: Mail your name\, address\, phone number and email address along with a check\nwritten to The Guild of Metalsmiths ($65 for members\, $75 for non-members) to:\nKim Maas\n965 Gorman Ave\nWest St. Paul\, MN 55118 \nTo register online\, follow this link: https://www.metalsmith.org/education/\nPlease feel free to call 651-328-7219 with questions. \nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark\, and each person will be notified individually.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/copper-jewelry-class-2024/
LOCATION:Jackson Street Roundhouse\, 193 Pennsylvania Avenue East\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Kim Maas":MAILTO:TGoM.volunteer@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240127T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240127T163000
DTSTAMP:20231101T170151Z
CREATED:20231101T164936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T170151Z
UID:5629-1706344200-1706373000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Leaf Tongs Class 2024
DESCRIPTION:Location:           MN School of Horseshoeing\nInstructor:s       Dave Gavin 715-821-9950 and Jesse Gavin 715-808-5891\nClass Size:         Maximum students: 8             Minimum students: 4\nClass manager:  Jesse Gavin\, jagavin6273@hotmail.com \nDescription:        This class will have you making tongs that will hold on to leaves and other thin and curved shapes without marking the surface or flattening out the veins. This class is for beginners that have gone through and have had some additional practice beyond the basics class. You will be drawing out the reins and forging the boss to shape and matching the sizes of the two.\nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class: Favorite hammer for forging and peening rivets\, tongs to hold 1/4”x 1”\, 1/4” x 3/4”\, 1/4” and 3/8” round\, plus other tools as you see fit – i.e. grinder\, files\, etc.\nSafety Equipment: the usual for forging with coal: safety glasses\, hearing protection\, clothing of natural fiber with no cuffs or fraying\, and leather boots or shoes.\nLunch Arrangements: Local restaurants or bring your own.\nTo register for this class: send a check for $65 written to The Guild of Metalsmiths\, along with your name\, address\, phone number and email to:\nJesse Gavin\nN8214 330th street\nSpring Valley WI 54767 \nTo register online\, follow this hyperlink to our website: 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/leaf-tongs-class-2024/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Jesse Gavin":MAILTO:jagavin6273@hotmail.com
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240120T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240120T170000
DTSTAMP:20231121T203352Z
CREATED:20231121T203352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T203352Z
UID:5642-1705739400-1705770000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Blacksmithing Classes Winter 2024\, Class 3 of 3
DESCRIPTION:Beginners Blacksmithing 3-day Class January 2024\nRegistration is now open for this series of 3 classes. \nDates: The classes are held on the following Saturdays of January 6\, 13\, 20\, 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). \n \n  \n  \n  \n\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. \nTo sign up for the three-day Beginners classes:\nSend a check made out to The Guild of Metalsmiths with contact info and email address to:\nGeorge Auel\n1865 Wellesley Ave\nSt. Paul\, MN 55105\nGeorge.Auel@gmail.com \n($180 for members\, $190 non-members) \nAcceptance will be in the order submitted\, based on the transaction date\, and each person will be notified individually.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/beginning-blacksmithing-classes-winter-2024-class-3-of-3/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="George Auel":MAILTO:george.auel@gmail.com
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240113T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240113T170000
DTSTAMP:20231121T203224Z
CREATED:20231121T203224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T203224Z
UID:5641-1705134600-1705165200@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Blacksmithing Class Winter 2024\, Class 2 of 3
DESCRIPTION:Beginners Blacksmithing 3-day Class January 2024\nRegistration is now open for this series of 3 classes. \nDates: The classes are held on the following Saturdays of January 6\, 13\, 20\, 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). \n \n  \n  \n  \n\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. \nTo sign up for the three-day Beginners classes:\nSend a check made out to The Guild of Metalsmiths with contact info and email address to:\nGeorge Auel\n1865 Wellesley Ave\nSt. Paul\, MN 55105\nGeorge.Auel@gmail.com \n($180 for members\, $190 non-members) \nAcceptance will be in the order submitted\, based on the transaction date\, and each person will be notified individually.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/beginning-blacksmithing-class-winter-2024-class-2-of-3/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="George Auel":MAILTO:george.auel@gmail.com
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240106T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240106T170000
DTSTAMP:20231121T203042Z
CREATED:20231121T203042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T203042Z
UID:5640-1704529800-1704560400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Blacksmithing Class Winter 2024\, Day 1 of 3
DESCRIPTION:Beginners Blacksmithing 3-day Class January 2024\nRegistration is now open for this series of 3 classes. \nDates: The classes are held on the following Saturdays of January 6\, 13\, 20\, 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). \n \n  \n  \n  \n\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. \nTo sign up for the three-day Beginners classes:\nSend a check made out to The Guild of Metalsmiths with contact info and email address to:\nGeorge Auel\n1865 Wellesley Ave\nSt. Paul\, MN 55105\nGeorge.Auel@gmail.com \n($180 for members\, $190 non-members) \nAcceptance will be in the order submitted\, based on the transaction date\, and each person will be notified individually.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/beginning-blacksmithing-class-winter-2024-day-1-of-3/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="George Auel":MAILTO:george.auel@gmail.com
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231203T200000
DTSTAMP:20231101T171051Z
CREATED:20231101T170530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T171051Z
UID:5632-1701604800-1701633600@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:December Membership Meeting 2023
DESCRIPTION:TGoM’s annual holiday gathering is set for Sunday\, December 3 at the CSPS Hall in St. Paul\, MN Join Guild of Metalsmiths families at 383 Michigan St.\, St. Paul\, MN 55102\, at the corner of West 7th and Western. \nThe hall will open at noon. We usually share hors d’oeuvres as people arrive\, so bring your favorites if you wish. The annual business meeting is first on the agenda\, including awards\, elections\, and the normal business stuff starting at 1:00 pm and going on for an hour or so. That leads into show and tell\, and possibly an impromptu mini-auction. By then\, we’ll all have worked up an appetite to sit down to our always delightful holiday potluck. Please bring a dish to pass. \nIf you’re a first-timer to this event\, just go upstairs at the front of the building when you get there. An elevator entrance is also located on the side just off the parking lot. Bring your family! \nAny questions about this meeting can be answered by contacting meeting champion Mike\nFrattalone at icemanfratt@aol.com. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/december-membership-meeting-2023/
LOCATION:CSPS Hall\, 383 Michigan St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Frattalone":MAILTO:icemanfratt@aol.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231202T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231202T170000
DTSTAMP:20230928T180355Z
CREATED:20230926T204221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T180355Z
UID:5582-1701504000-1701536400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Handled Struck Tools 2023
DESCRIPTION:Instructors: Jesse and Dave Gavin and others\nClass size: Max 8\, min 6\nClass champion: Herb Fick\, herb@phyque.com \nClass Description: The tools made will be punches with a wire handle and chisels with a wire handle. We will offer the option to use treadle hammers supplied by the teaching staff. (Find out if you really need one of these by trying them.) Tools for the treadle hammers will be supplied. Steel supplied will be 5/8 and 3/4 inch round 4140 AN for the punches and chisels. Handles will be fabricated from 1/4 and or 5/16 inch round mild steel. \nThe instructor’s goal for the workshop is to produce students comfortable with the process of forging and heat treating tools from nominal tool steel. A secondary goal is to have the students comfortable with the use of treadle hammers. We expect to have three treadle hammers of different styles available. The workshop gives one the ability and confidence to modify and/or repair legacy and or neighbor’s tools. We forge in the morning\, heat treat and install handles after lunch. Much of the time is spent focusing on understanding the heat treat process. There will be enough stock so we can encourage you to make a couple of serious mistakes and still go home with real tools to use. \nMuch of the time is spent focusing on understanding the heat treat process.  There will be enough stock so we can encourage you to make a couple of serious mistakes and still go home with real tools to use or to offer for the next “iron in the hat”.  The photo represents the work product. \nPower grinders are supplied.  Bring your favorite hammers and tongs suitable for the stock if you have them.  So far we have never run out of Guild tools to share.   Bring your basic safety gear (leather\, cotton\, gloves\, eye and ear protection and safety shoes). The building will be open by 8 am\, introductions and coffee will start at 8:30\, in the shop by 9 AM.  We usually finish just before 5 pm. \nHistory:\nThe lead instructor is Jesse Gavin. He is supported by Dave Gavin\, Wayne Olson\, and others. For reference probable students are invited to question former students including:\nGene Thoma\, Bryan Carlson\, Derrick Phillips\, Wayne Olson\, Jim Moenck\, or Bob Brown. \nThis class has been going annually for quite a while and has always filled.  Credit for that goes to the Jesse and Dave. \nTo register: send a check made out to The Guild of Metalsmiths for $85\, along with your contact info\, to: \nHerb Fick\n519 East Eighth Street\nNorthfield MN 55057-2508 \nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark\, and each person will be notified individually.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/handled-struck-tools-2023/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231118T170000
DTSTAMP:20231025T192226Z
CREATED:20230925T203228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T192226Z
UID:5577-1700298000-1700326800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Trivet Class 2023
DESCRIPTION:Instructors: Derrick Phillips  Phone 651-230-2363\, derrickphillipsa3o3@gmail.com and David Skaurud\nClass size: Maximum 8\, minimum 4 \nClass Description: This class is a beginner plus class. Students will hopefully have finished the beginners class\, as this class will draw on those skills and add some more. The trivet is an introduction to joinery\, forging tenons and using a monkey tool and hot riveting.  This class is the making of a basic trivet\, many variations can be made from this form.  If you think you might be interested in joinery this is a starting project in that direction. \nClass Champion: Derrick Phillips \nTools & Equipment or other items participants should bring to class: Tongs to hold ½” square stock\, and your favorite hammer \nSafety Equipment: the usual for forging with coal: safety glasses\, hearing protection\, clothing of natural fiber with no cuffs or fraying\, and leather boots or shoes \nLunch arrangements: Eat out or bring your own. \nTo register for this class: Send a check for $55 written to The Guild of Metalsmiths\, along with your contact information\, to: \nDerrick Phillips\n2461 Como Avenue\nSt. Paul MN 55108 \nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark\, and each person will be notified individually. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/trivet-class-2023/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Derrick Phillips":MAILTO:derrick_phillips@q.com
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231029T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231029T163000
DTSTAMP:20230817T201434Z
CREATED:20230817T201434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T201434Z
UID:5564-1698568200-1698597000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Hammer Rack Class 2023-Day 2 of 2
DESCRIPTION: Instructors: Jesse Gavin\, Dave Gavin\, others \nClass size: Max 8\, Min 4 \nAre you tired of bending over to pick up that dropped tool or hammer? Yes? Then this is the class for you. We will be leading a class to make a hammer rack with a table top where you can place all of those things that seem to always end up on the floor. \nThis is a project class to be taken after the Intermediate Joinery 1 class. The successful student will slot punch and drift ~13 holes to pass ½” square stock through and assemble a hammer rack with a table top. The table is one foot by two feet. Other sizes can be arranged if planned ahead of time. IF you want the table to be the same height as your anvil – please bring that height. \nThe slot punching will be done in a different way from what was taught in the Joinery class – we will use a treadle hammer. Some old favorites from the beginners class will be revisited:  twisting and riveting. \nClass Champion: Jesse Gavin\njagavin6273@hotmail.com 715-808-5891 \nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class: Favorite hammers\, tongs for ½” square stock\, hand files\, 3/8” tenoning tool (if desired)\, Oxy-propane torch – (there will be quite a bit of torch work)\, treadle hammer if you have one that can travel. \nLunch Arrangements: Eat out or bring your own. We do order out from Willy McCoys. \nTo register for this class: Send a check for $225 written to The Guild of Metalsmiths\, along with your contact info\, to: \nJesse Gavin\nN8214 330th Street\nSpring Valley WI  54767 \nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark\, and each person will be notified individually.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/hammer-rack-class-2023-day-2-of-2/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Jesse Gavin":MAILTO:jagavin6273@hotmail.com
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231028T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231028T163000
DTSTAMP:20230817T201136Z
CREATED:20230817T201136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T201136Z
UID:5560-1698481800-1698510600@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Hammer Rack Class 2023-Day 1 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Hammer Rack \n Instructors: Jesse Gavin\, Dave Gavin\, others \nCost: $225 \nClass size: Max 8\, Min 4 \nAre you tired of bending over to pick up that dropped tool or hammer? Yes? Then this is the class for you. We will be leading a class to make a hammer rack with a table top where you can place all of those things that seem to always end up on the floor. \nThis is a project class to be taken after the Intermediate Joinery 1 class. The successful student will slot punch and drift ~13 holes to pass ½” square stock through and assemble a hammer rack with a table top. The table is one foot by two feet. Other sizes can be arranged if planned ahead of time. IF you want the table to be the same height as your anvil – please bring that height. \nThe slot punching will be done in a different way from what was taught in the Joinery class – we will use a treadle hammer. Some old favorites from the beginners class will be revisited:  twisting and riveting. \nClass Champion: Jesse Gavin\njagavin6273@hotmail.com 715-808-5891 \nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class: Favorite hammers\, tongs for ½” square stock\, hand files\, 3/8” tenoning tool (if desired)\, Oxy-propane torch – (there will be quite a bit of torch work)\, treadle hammer if you have one that can travel. \nLunch Arrangements: Eat out or bring your own. We do order out from Willy McCoys. \nTo register for this class: Send a check for $225 written to The Guild of Metalsmiths\, along with your contact info\, to: \nJesse Gavin\nN8214 330th Street\nSpring Valley WI  54767 \nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark\, and each person will be notified individually. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/hammer-rack-class-2023-day-1-of-2/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Jesse Gavin":MAILTO:jagavin6273@hotmail.com
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231022T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231022T170000
DTSTAMP:20230817T194521Z
CREATED:20230817T170425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T194521Z
UID:5557-1697965200-1697994000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Pipe Tomahawk Class 2023
DESCRIPTION:Pipe Tomahawk \n Instructor: Martin Pansch\,               612-599-4762                    blacksmithingyeti@gmail.com \nClass size: Max 8\, Min 5 \nClass Description: A pipe tomahawk was a ceremonial item for Native American people from the late 17th to late 19th century. Often given as a gift at treaty signings\, it was often a highly decorative item containing symbols of both violence and peace. In this class we will be forging one using mostly traditional techniques. \nStudents will start with a piece of thick walled pipe that is split. We will open the two halves\, shape it around a drift\, and forge weld the halves together. We’ll forge weld a tool steel bit into the cutting end then forge and cut the blade to shape before turning our attention to the pipe end. If time allows we will dive into heat treating and decoration. \nA firm grasp of blacksmithing basics is essential for the best chance of success in this class. Experience with forge welding is helpful as well. \nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class. \nA good cross peen hammer (the peen can’t be too sharp)\, rrounding hammer\, hacksaw\, wire brush\, flux\, hot rasp\, hot set/cut\, tongs for holding 1/8” to 3/16” flat\, tongs for holding 1” round might be useful but not necessary. A good half round file and ½” diameter round file if you have them\, in case we get into decoration. If you have a ½” round spring fuller or guillotine tool you can bring that too otherwise we will have several to share. \nSafety Equipment – safety glasses\, ear protections\, work gloves\, long pants\, no open toe shoes\, and no synthetic fiber clothing. A shop apron is suggested as forge welding will be occurring. \nLunch Arrangements: Either bring a bag lunch with you or money to dine at some of the fine dining establishments in the area. \nTo register\, send a check written to The Guild of Metalsmiths\, for $125\, along with your contact info to: \nMarty Masters \n395 Bucher Avenue \nShoreview\, MN 55126 \n(651) 285-8731 \nmastersmw@yahoo.com \nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark and each person will be notified individually. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/pipe-tomahawk-class-2023/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Martin Pansch":MAILTO:blacksmithingyeti@gmail.com
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=MN School of Horseshoeing 6250 Riverdale Dr NW Ramsey MN 55303 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW:geo:-93.426719,45.218009
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231021T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231021T170000
DTSTAMP:20231014T185806Z
CREATED:20230926T203215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231014T185806Z
UID:5581-1697875200-1697907600@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Blacksmithing Class Fall\, 2023-Class 3 of 3
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this class is closed.\nThe 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. \nThis 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. \nCost: (covers everything you need: the facility\, coal\, metal tools and workbook)\n$180 for members\, $190 non members\nMinors (under 18) must have a parent present. There will be no sharing of forges. \nLocation:\nThe classes are held on Saturdays at the Minnesota School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr NW\, Ramsey MN 55303\, just off Hwy 10 near the Anoka Vocational College.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/beginning-blacksmithing-class-fall-2023-class-3-of-3/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="George Auel":MAILTO:george.auel@gmail.com
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=MN School of Horseshoeing 6250 Riverdale Dr NW Ramsey MN 55303 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW:geo:-93.426719,45.218009
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231015T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231015T163000
DTSTAMP:20230817T181207Z
CREATED:20230630T203704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T181207Z
UID:5539-1697360400-1697387400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Oxy/Acetylene Welding Class 2023-Day 2 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Oxy/Acetylene Welding Class 2023-Day 2 of 2 \nInstructors: Myron Hanson\, Bob Brown\, and Dick Carlson\nMaximum students: 8\nNew to gas welding? Just want to brush up your basic skills? This class focuses on safety and hands-on learning. Students will be working at individual stations on a shared workbench\, with equipment and stock provided. If time permits\, bonus demonstrations will show advanced techniques and uses of the oxyacetylene torch. \nTools & Equipment:\nAll tools\, equipment\, and stock are furnished. \nSafety Equipment:\nStudents should be prepared for sparks and melted/hot metal: common safety garb (leather footwear and clothing made of cotton\, leather\, or wool –no synthetics\, no cuffs or frayed edges) plus eye protection with a #5 lens\, either in a face shield (preferred)\, goggles or glasses. If you wear corrective lenses\, bring those\, too. Cloth cap is optional\, gloves are recommended. \nLunch:\nPack a lunch\, or there are convenience stores/fast food joints in the area. \nTo register\, send a check written to “The Guild of Metalsmiths” and mail\, along with your contact information\, to: \nKim Maas \n965 Gorman Ave. \nWest St. Paul\, MN 55118 \nAcceptance will be in the order sent\, based on the postmark\, and each person will be notified individually. \nQuestions? Email  TGoMvolunteer@gmail.com
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/oxy-acetylene-welding-class-2023-day-2-of-2/
LOCATION:Myron Hanson’s Shop\, 4015 Dodd Rd\, Eagan\, MN\, 55123-1612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Kim Maas":MAILTO:TGoM.volunteer@gmail.com
GEO:44.811273;-93.115724
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231014T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231014T163000
DTSTAMP:20230630T203502Z
CREATED:20230630T203502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T203502Z
UID:5538-1697274000-1697301000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Oxy/Acetylene Welding Class 2023-Day 1 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Oxy/Acetylene Welding 2-day class-Day 1 of 2\nInstructors: Myron Hanson\, Bob Brown\, and Dick Carlson\nMaximum students: 8\nNew to gas welding? Just want to brush up your basic skills? This class focuses on safety and hands-on learning. Students will be working at individual stations on a shared workbench\, with equipment and stock provided. If time permits\, bonus demonstrations will show advanced techniques and uses of the oxyacetylene torch. \nTools & Equipment:\nAll tools\, equipment\, and stock are furnished. \nSafety Equipment:\nStudents should be prepared for sparks and melted/hot metal: common safety garb (leather footwear and clothing made of cotton\, leather\, or wool –no synthetics\, no cuffs or frayed edges) plus eye protection with a #5 lens\, either in a face shield (preferred)\, goggles or glasses. If you wear corrective lenses\, bring those\, too. Cloth cap is optional\, gloves are recommended. \nLunch:\nPack a lunch\, or there are convenience stores/fast food joints in the area. \nTo register\, send a check written to “The Guild of Metalsmiths” and mail\, along with your contact information\, to: \nKim Maas \n965 Gorman Ave. \nWest St. Paul\, MN 55118 \nAcceptance will be in the order sent\, based on the postmark\, and each person will be notified individually. \nQuestions? Email  TGoMvolunteer@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/oxy-acetylene-welding-class-2023-day-1-of-2/
LOCATION:Myron Hanson’s Shop\, 4015 Dodd Rd\, Eagan\, MN\, 55123-1612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Kim Maas":MAILTO:TGoM.volunteer@gmail.com
GEO:44.811273;-93.115724
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231014T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231014T170000
DTSTAMP:20231014T185859Z
CREATED:20230926T203037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231014T185859Z
UID:5580-1697270400-1697302800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Blacksmithing Class Fall\, 2023-Class 2 of 3
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this class is closed.\nThe 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. \nThis 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. \nCost: (covers everything you need: the facility\, coal\, metal tools and workbook)\n$180 for members\, $190 non members\nMinors (under 18) must have a parent present. There will be no sharing of forges. \nLocation:\nThe classes are held on Saturdays at the Minnesota School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr NW\, Ramsey MN 55303\, just off Hwy 10 near the Anoka Vocational College. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/beginning-blacksmithing-class-fall-2023-class-2-of-3/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="George Auel":MAILTO:george.auel@gmail.com
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=MN School of Horseshoeing 6250 Riverdale Dr NW Ramsey MN 55303 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW:geo:-93.426719,45.218009
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231011T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231011T210000
DTSTAMP:20231001T164855Z
CREATED:20230826T234514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231001T164855Z
UID:5570-1697049000-1697058000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:October Membership Meeting 2023
DESCRIPTION:Our October meeting on Wednesday\, October 11\, will be at the Brooklyn Park Campus of the Hennepin Technical College (9000 Brooklyn Boulevard Brooklyn Park\, MN 55445) at 6:30 pm for potluck\, 7:00 pm for meeting\, and then touring the Welding and Machine Tool Departments. \nInstruction on parking (see map): please park in the “Student Lot 4\,” on the right after you enter the school driveway off Brooklyn Blvd. We will eat in the cafeteria (follow signs provided by Kim Maas)\, and then proceed to the west side of the school to the Welding Department. The cafeteria will be open by 5:30 p.m. \nHTC-Brooklyn Park has a rather extensive welding program.  The welding program covers MIG\, TIG\, Stick\, acetylene\, and cutting. You can learn how to weld in the flat\, vertical\, overhead positions. \n  \n  \nMachine shop view 1 \nMachine shop view 2 \nMachine shop view 3 \nMachine Shop View 4 \nPlasma Cutter \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nThey have a TIG welder that will weld a 4-inch piece of stock\, and a shear that will cut a 4-foot piece of ½” steel plate without any effort. \n“I have been taking advantage of my (physical) maturity (over age 62) and taking some welding classes\, and a CAD class for under $10 a credit.  They also have machining program and auto repair and auto body\,” said Richard Zielike. \nMeeting champion: Richard Zielike \nPlease call or email Richard with questions: richard@edinaclock.com or 612-860-6120
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/october-membership-meeting-2023/
LOCATION:Hennepin Technical College-Brooklyn Park Campus\, 9000 Brooklyn Boulevard\, Brooklyn Park\, MN\, 55445\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Upcoming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231007T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231007T170000
DTSTAMP:20231014T190033Z
CREATED:20230926T202907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231014T190033Z
UID:5578-1696665600-1696698000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Blacksmithing Class-Fall 2023\, Class 1 of 3
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this class is closed.\nThe 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. \nThis 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. \nCost: (covers everything you need: the facility\, coal\, metal tools and workbook)\n$180 for members\, $190 non members\nMinors (under 18) must have a parent present. There will be no sharing of forges. \nLocation:\nThe classes are held on Saturdays at the Minnesota School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr NW\, Ramsey MN 55303\, just off Hwy 10 near the Anoka Vocational College. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/beginning-blacksmithing-class-fall-2023-class-1-of-3/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="George Auel":MAILTO:george.auel@gmail.com
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=MN School of Horseshoeing 6250 Riverdale Dr NW Ramsey MN 55303 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW:geo:-93.426719,45.218009
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230915T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230915T160000
DTSTAMP:20230817T202339Z
CREATED:20230729T201926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T202339Z
UID:5549-1694764800-1694793600@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2023 TGoM Pre-Conference Class-Day 2 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Glenn Horr\, one of our 2023 Fall Conference demonstrators \nClass limit: Max 10 \nClass Description: This year’s pre-conference class will be making decorative hinges. Glenn Horr will be showing us the secrets to making decorative and workable hardware based on his years of experience. \nTools & Equipment students should bring to class: Anvil and forge\, tongs for flat stock (box jaw for 1-1/4″ stock)\, cross peen hammer\, 1/4” hole punch\, center punch\, hot cut chisel. optional: rounded edge chisel \,wire brush. \nSafety: Ear protection and goggles. \nLunch: bring a lunch or dine at one of the local establishments in Ellsworth. \nQuestions? Call Marty Masters at 651-0285-8731 or email mastersmw@yahoo.com \nNote: Acceptance for this class will be in the order sent\, based on the postmark\, and each person will be notified individually. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2023-tgom-pre-conference-class-day-2-of-2/
LOCATION:Pierce County Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Marty Masters":MAILTO:martin.masters@metalsmith.org
GEO:44.63343;-92.835444
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Pierce County Fairgrounds 364 N Maple St. Ellsworth WI 55033 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=364 N Maple St.:geo:-92.835444,44.63343
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230914T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230914T160000
DTSTAMP:20230817T194920Z
CREATED:20230729T201403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T194920Z
UID:5547-1694678400-1694707200@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2023 TGoM Pre-Conference Class-Day 1 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Glenn Horr\, one of our 2023 Fall Conference demonstrators \n2023 Pre-Conference Class project \nClass limit: Max 10 \nCost: $200 for members\, $240 for non-members \nClass Description: This year’s pre-conference class will be making decorative hinges. Glenn Horr\, one of our 2023 Fall Conference demonstrators\, will be showing us the secrets to making decorative and workable hardware based on his years of experience. \nTools & Equipment students should bring to class: Anvil and forge\, tongs for flat stock (box jaw for 1-1/4″ stock)\, cross peen hammer\, 1/4” hole punch\, center punch\, hot cut chisel. optional: rounded edge chisel \,wire brush. \nSafety: Ear protection and goggles. \nLunch: bring a lunch or dine at one of the local establishments in Ellsworth. \nTo register for this class: Send a check written to The Guild of Metalsmiths and your contact info to: \nMarty Masters \n395 Bucher Ave \nShoreview\, MN 55126 \nQuestions? Call Marty at 651-0285-8731 or email mastersmw@yahoo.com \nNote: Acceptance for this class will be in the order sent\, based on the postmark\, and each person will be notified individually. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2023-tgom-pre-conference-class-day-1-of-2/
LOCATION:Pierce County Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Marty Masters":MAILTO:martin.masters@metalsmith.org
GEO:44.63343;-92.835444
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Pierce County Fairgrounds 364 N Maple St. Ellsworth WI 55033 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=364 N Maple St.:geo:-92.835444,44.63343
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230809T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230809T210000
DTSTAMP:20230630T202751Z
CREATED:20230630T202633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T202751Z
UID:5537-1691568000-1691614800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:TGoM August 2023 Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:August 9 Guild Meeting/Corn Roast/Hog Roast\n—Prepared and submitted by meeting champion Herb Fick \n  \n\nThe Venue: The Pate Estate. ( I like the alliteration) 35730 Highway 56 Blvd\, Dennison MN 55018\nThe Hosts: LuAnn and Dan Pate. This might be the seventeenth time we have been there.\nThe Date: Second Wednesday in August. (August 9)\nThe Time: Serving at 6:30 pm. Business meeting following dinner (brief). Activities start about 8 AM.\n\nVolunteers and curious people start showing up before nine o’clock. Lunch is on your own. Sometimes \nit just doesn’t even happen. Sometimes it is at a bar in Randolph\, Cannon Falls or Dennison. \nThe Demo:\nHerb has not obtained a demonstrator yet. Herb has in the recent past talked to Seth Merritt and Brendan Stevens to demonstrate\, attempting to showcase the young talent we have. (Note that people have rarely walked away from these demonstrations.) Herb is looking for a bit of guidance on this to see if this is a durable concept. We have also had vendors like Hossfeld the last couple of years. Those demonstrations also got a lot of attention. \nMyron has offered a smithing station that will be available for the demonstrators and for teaching experience from noon on. Dan will have tools you have never dreamed of (Dan always has something new to share). \nThe Menu:\nThe menu is a lot like last years because no one has offered an alternative. \nRoger Degner is our new corn roast maven and will be keeping a watchful eye on the process! Thank you\, Roger! I suspect Dick Carlson helps in some way; he just doesn’t take credit for it.. \nHerb offered the protein (Still pork\, and if you ask nicely\, chicken). Jim and Gary and perhaps Seth and one or two others will bail out Herb\, who is always a bit over extended with the pig part of the deal. \nVegetables\, sweets\, drinks and interesting stuff like pickled pike bits seem to reliably show up. That is the responsibility of the members for a normal potluck\, except this is not really normal. Remember\, Dick Carlson started this\, and we need to keep it going. \nThe Purpose\nThis is also a good night to bring family and friends. It helps explain why our kind of people gather together. A lot has been going on\, so show-and-tell should be really good and difficult to keep moving along. The corn roast started out as “Family Night.” \nHere is the pitch for the help that it takes in addition to the stellar and consistent efforts put in by the Gavin crew for the meal. People who come early (like 8 AM to noon) have the option to help clean up the Pate estate and enjoy the comradery of the sort of folk who enjoy contributing to the pleasure of the evening. Others learn to handle exotic cars while moving them out of our way. For years we have enjoyed this venue and for years while cleaning up the next day I have asked Dan “How about doing this again?” And Dan says “Yes\, let’s.” \nPeople: Take note of this last paragraph…\nI have used it for several years in a row with amazing results. There seems to always be an adequate assortment of tools for improving the landscape\, and time to remain well acquainted with members. People might want to bring their own. I really need more than a few people to step up. Particularly\, we need people if the weather looks threatening. Dan has invested in a large party tent that takes some effort to assemble. We will not use it if the weather is good\, but it will save the day if it rains. (That has happened once.) We have always managed to leave the Pate estate looking pretty good. \nPlease contact me about your willingness to help. Best to call my cell because I expect to see Northern Minnesota\, Montana\, Wyoming\, Idaho and South Dakota between now and then. (507 649 1611) \nSo far\, there are no tricks on the route to Dan’s. Highway 56 and 357th street. Dennison MN. The road is patrolled. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/tgom-august-2023-membership-meeting/
LOCATION:Dan Pate’s Shop\, 35730 Hiway 56 Blvd\, Dennison\, MN\, 55018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Upcoming
GEO:44.4134293;-92.9877975
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230617T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230617T210000
DTSTAMP:20230430T212625Z
CREATED:20230430T203409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230430T212625Z
UID:5529-1686992400-1687035600@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:June 2023 Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Education and Program Committees extend an invitation to a trial…\nSaturday General Membership All-Day Event\nSaturday\, June 17th\nThis event will coincide with the June NOWTHEN HAMMER-IN on June 16 and 17.\nWe invite you to the Nowthen Historical Power Association show grounds: 7415 Old Viking Blvd\, Nowthen MN (north of Anoka/Ramsey)  (map below)\nThe day’s schedule:\nYou may arrive any time on Saturday morning. There will be smiths working in the shop all day making fun and beautiful forgings and you can watch or possibly assist. There will be a short business meeting conducted by our President\, Larry Wasmund at around 11:00 a.m. This meeting will last 25-20 minutes and will be followed by a potluck meal.  \nAt 1:30 there will be a group of our blacksmiths competing in a blind forging contest. No\, they are not blindfolded but they won’t know until they are done if they forged the proper item. They must reach into an enclosed box and without seeing the item\, using only one hand\, determine the shape/item/ textures\, etc. and then forge the item with the piece of stock provided. The closest forging to the original will receive special recognition. There will be forging on at least 5 stations all day long. \nEnjoy the day socializing with members and friends or watch the forging and ask questions. Stay as late as you want or until things wind up for the night. \nTaste of Blacksmithing Sessions\nAs a special offering there will be a portable shop trailer on-site and you may be able to get a TASTE OF BLACKSMITHING with hands-on demonstration. This is available to anyone who attends\, but minor children must be accompanied by their parent. There will be no cost for this “Taste” event that is about 30 minutes long\, and you will take your forging with you. Space will be limited for this event so registration and time must be reserved at the trailer that morning. \nCome on– get your hands dirty! What to bring…\nAnyone is welcome to bring their tools to forge for awhile on one of the five stations existing in the blacksmith building\, or bring your own forge and anvil and set up outside for the day. \nThis will be a family-friendly event. Alcohol in moderation is allowed on the grounds. BYOB and beverages for your family and a dish to pass for the noon potluck. Water and possibly lemonade will be provided at the meal. \nWe look forward to seeing many or all of you there!\nMap to Nowthen MN \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/june-2023-membership-meeting/
LOCATION:Nowthen Historical Power Association Blacksmith Shop\, 7415 Old Viking Blvd\, Nowthen\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Upcoming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230617T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230617T210000
DTSTAMP:20230430T212320Z
CREATED:20230330T211919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230430T212320Z
UID:5525-1686988800-1687035600@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:TGoM Spring 2023 Hammer-In Day 2 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Days and times: Friday\, June 16: 4:30pm-0’dark:thirty.\nSaturday\, June 17: O’dark: thirty to O’dark: thirty (all day).\nDue to lack of attendance on Sunday——No Sunday event this year.\nThis year there will be our regular business meeting scheduled at the same time! See the June meeting page\, and what a way to jam pack a full day! Check the May Forum.\nHot stuff will be happening at the annual Spring Hammer-In taking place at the Nowthen Threshing Show grounds blacksmith shop\, 7415 Old Viking Blvd\, Nowthen\, MN\nThe blind forging competition will return on Saturday afternoon. The goal will be a friendly forge-off. An object is placed inside a box and you must create (forge) the unknown object by what you can feel\, no peeking! Prizes to be announced!\nWe will focus our efforts on the Fall Conference contest: Basic Key FOB’s and advanced leafs and flowers. If you want to work on skills or another project\, that’s ok!\nCome and hang out with a bunch of your friends\, make new friends\, and share/learn some new skills. Beginners/Newbies highly welcome to come and try your hand at smithing.\nCamping on-site is available Friday & Saturday night on primitive sites. Port-a-potties on site. Five forges are open for use. Coal will be provided. I will also bring another forge and anvil for use.\nBring any examples you have to share with others. Bring your own tools if you have them. Some limited steel stock is available\, but if you need specific sizes\, feel free to bring your own steel. Scrap pieces ok. This event will give you inspiration to help you to with your own design for the Fall Conference contest and help you learn how to make it. If you don’t know how to make something\, ask ahead and we will try very hard to accommodate.\nIf you have some skills in the creation of fireplace tools and would like to demo or have any questions about the event\, please contact Wayne Olson\, event champion\, at 320.280.0100. There is no charge to participate in this event. I plan on arriving around 3:30 pm on Friday for anyone who wants to help set up\, and I will need some help to clean up very late on Saturday night. Your help is very much welcome. See ya there!
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/tgom-spring-2023-hammer-in-day-2-of-2/
LOCATION:Nowthen Historical Power Association Blacksmith Shop\, 7415 Old Viking Blvd\, Nowthen\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Wayne Olson":MAILTO:wayneolson10@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230616T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230616T220000
DTSTAMP:20230330T211553Z
CREATED:20230330T211553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T211553Z
UID:5524-1686933000-1686952800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:TGoM Spring 2023 Hammer-In Day 1 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Days and times: Friday\, June 16: 4:30pm-0dark:thirty.\nSaturday\, June 17: Odark: thirty to Odark: thirty (all day).\nDue to lack of attendance on Sunday——No Sunday event this year. \nThis year there may even be a regular business meeting scheduled at the same time! Details forth coming and what a way to jam pack a full day! Check the May Forum.\nHot stuff will be happening at the annual Spring Hammer-In taking place at the Nowthen Threshing Show grounds blacksmith shop\, 7415 Old Viking Blvd\, Nowthen\, MN\nThe blind forging competition will return on Saturday afternoon. The goal will be a friendly forge-off. An object is placed inside a box and you must create (forge) the unknown object by what you can feel\, no peeking! Prizes to be announced!\nWe will focus our efforts on the Fall Conference contest: Basic Key FOB’s and advanced leafs and flowers. If you want to work on skills or another project\, that’s ok!\nCome and hang out with a bunch of your friends\, make new friends\, and share/learn some new skills. Beginners/Newbies highly welcome to come and try your hand at smithing.\nCamping on-site is available Friday & Saturday night on primitive sites. Port-a-potties on site. Five forges are open for use. Coal will be provided. I will also bring another forge and anvil for use.\nBring any examples you have to share with others. Bring your own tools if you have them. Some limited steel stock is available\, but if you need specific sizes\, feel free to bring your own steel. Scrap pieces ok. This event will give you inspiration to help you to with your own design for the Fall Conference contest and help you learn how to make it. If you don’t know how to make something\, ask ahead and we will try very hard to accommodate.\nIf you have some skills in the creation of fireplace tools and would like to demo or have any questions about the event\, please contact Wayne Olson\, event champion\, at xxx-xxx-xxxx. There is no charge to participate in this event. I plan on arriving around 3:30 pm on Friday for anyone who wants to help set up\, and I will need some help to clean up very late on Saturday night. Your help is very much welcome. See ya there!
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/tgom-spring-2023-hammer-in-day-1-of-2/
LOCATION:Nowthen Historical Power Association Blacksmith Shop\, 7415 Old Viking Blvd\, Nowthen\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Wayne Olson":MAILTO:wayneolson10@gmail.com
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