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SUMMARY:Open Forge March 2026-Members Only
DESCRIPTION:Instructor and Class Manager: Harvey Steele\, 239 671-8887\, hsteele@handeecleat.com \nThe Education Committee is offering a Free Open Forge for Guild Members Only. You can join on site.  There are eight forges available for our membership to use. There is no lesson or agenda except to get some iron hot and hit it with a hammer. If you just want to stop by and hang out\, you are welcome to do so. If there’s space at a forge\, have at it. This is an excellent opportunity to hang out with and learn from fellow smiths. Beginners are welcome and there are generally people around that can answer questions or provide assistance. \nBring a folding chair\, if you wish. \nLunch arrangement: Bring your lunch or go to restaurants in the area. \nTo register online go to The Guild of Metalsmiths website\, https://www.metalsmith.org/education  or email the class manager to reserve your place.\nMinors (under 18) must have a parent present. Minors under 14 need one adult per child. There will be no sharing of forges.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/open-forge-march-2026-members-only/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Harvey Steele":MAILTO:hsteele@handeecleat.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T020526Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to Forge Welding 2026
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Forge Welding 2026\nTools needed and the output of the class. \nInstructor: Peter Ellison\nClass Size: Maximum 8  Cost: $100\nClass Description:\nStarting with how to manage the fire for forge welding and some basic discussion of the theory of forge welding. Jump right into the first project of making a simple flux spoon with a fold over forge weld. Then work on a fireplace poker that is built up with lots of different forge welds including joining two bars\, a basket twist\, and a collar weld. Depending on the time available: welding chain\, welding mild steel to high carbon steel. The goal of this class is to walk away confident forge welding is something that can be done\, and how to troubleshoot the inevitable issues that come up. Basic forging skills needed.\nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class: Favorite hammer and tongs for 3/8 round if you have them.\nSafety Equipment: Bring safety glasses and appropriate clothing 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: Bring a lunch and water or dine at local fast food places\nClass Manager: Gordon Barr\nTo register online go to The Guild of Metalsmiths website\,\nhttps://www.metalsmith.org/education\nOr to mail in a check\, contact class manager Gordon Barr agbarr@metalsmith.org to reserve a spot or for additional information. \nAcceptance will be in the order submitted\, based on the online transaction date or postage date\, and each person will be notified individually. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/intro-to-forge-welding-2026/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon Barr":MAILTO:agbarr@metalsmith.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T073619
CREATED:20251202T015514Z
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SUMMARY:Instructor's Workshop February 2026
DESCRIPTION:Instructor’s Workshop\nDate & Time: Feb. 21\, 2026\, 9 am to 4 pm \nLead Instructor: David Skaurud\,  218-849-4630\, skaurud.gom@gmail.com\nLocation: MN School of Horseshoeing \nClass Manager: Kim Maas 651-328-7219 tgom.volunteer@gmail.com \nCost of class: Free to Guild members \nClass size: Maximum:  20        Minimum:   4 \nClass Description: \nThe Education Committee will be offering Instructors Workshops for ALL who are or are interested in becoming part of the Instructor Team. We feel it is important\, and we strongly encourage all instructors (new and experienced) to attend this informative session\, whether teaching the beginners class\, any other class in the Guild setting or starting out by assisting with class. The workshop will be offered again in August\, if the February workshop does not work for you. You are more than welcome to attend all the workshops. \nAgenda: Morning will start in the classroom with the introduction of the curriculum for The Beginners Blacksmithing Class three-day class. And discuss other possible classes. The Guild’s classes have used bits and pieces of lessons 1-25 of the Controlled Hand Forging\, the curriculum used since 2014. Lessons can be viewed at: http://www.abana.org/resources/education/chf.shtml. The class will move to the shop to continue with discussions and role play. There will be some initial training for instructors on \n1) How to do a demonstration of a written lesson.\n2) How to teach the lesson without wandering.\n3) The demonstrator / coach method of instruction.\n4) The proper time to interject alternate methods.\n5) Ideas on how to motivate a student.\n6) When is the right time to have fun. \nAll attendees will receive a certificate of completion after the class. \nLunch arrangement: Bring lunch or there are area restaurants.\nRegistration:\nNote: You need to register online so we can prepare properly. \nTo register online go to The Guild of Metalsmiths website\, https://www.metalsmith.org/education \nAcceptance will be in the order submitted\, based on the online transaction date or postage date\, and each person will be notified individually. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/instructors-workshop-february-2026/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Kim Maas":MAILTO:TGoM.volunteer@gmail.com
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T073619
CREATED:20251202T014737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T014737Z
UID:6481-1770454800-1770480000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Taste of Blacksmithing February 2026
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Rebecca Hrobak \nClass Manager: Laurel Larkin                 651-955-9379          frogwench@comcast.net\nClass size: Maximum students: 8                 Minimum students: 6 \nClass Description: Ready to unleash your inner blacksmith? Todays the perfect day to give it a try – no experience\, secret skill\, or Viking ancestry required. We’ve crafted this workshop specifically for newcomers. If you know which end of the hammer to hold\, you’re already ahead of the game. With iron glowing in the forge and an anvil waiting for your command\, you’ll create take home treasures: a drive hook\, an S-hook or an entirely new species of metal object formed through enthusiasm and questionable geometry. \nBring your creativity\, your curiosity\, your safety glasses (if you have some)\, and your natural fiber clothing. We’ll take care of the rest – tools\, material\, guidance\, and plenty of encouragement to whack hot metal responsibly. \nTo register: To register online go to The Guild of Metalsmiths website\, https://www.metalsmith.org/education \nOr to mail in a check\, contact the manager’s name\, email address and/or phone number for additional information and to reserve your place. \nAcceptance will be in the order submitted\, based on the online transaction date or postage date\, and each person will be notified individually. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/taste-of-blacksmithing-february-2026/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Laurel Larkin":MAILTO:frogwench@comcast.net
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T163000
DTSTAMP:20260417T073619
CREATED:20251107T174923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T183036Z
UID:6437-1769241600-1769272200@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Pipe Tongs Class 2026
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Dave Gavin \nClass size: Maximum students: 8                   Minimum students: 4 \nClass Description: This years tongs are what I’m calling pipe tongs. They will hold pipe of nearly any size by one edge vs having one for each size of pipe that you might work with. They will also hold just about any size material. FYI – these work really well for working on bells once the end has been flared out\, as the jaws will reach over and not damage the flaring as you work on the rest of the bell. \nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class: favorite hammer\, ball peen hammer\, tongs to hold 3/8” – ½” round\, files \nSafety Equipment: (the usual for forging with coal: gloves\, safety glasses\, hearing protection\, clothing of natural fiber with no cuffs or fraying\, and leather boots or shoes.) \nOther Equipment: We will bring belt sander\, torch\, and specialty tooling to make one of the jaws. \nLunch Arrangements: On your own or local establishments \nTo register online\, go to The Guild of Metalsmiths website\, https://www.metalsmith.org/education\nOr to mail in a check\, contact the class organizer\, email your address and phone number for additional information and to reserve your place. \nAcceptance will be in the order submitted\, based on the online transaction date or postage date\, and each person will be notified individually.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/pipe-tongs-class-2026/
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:20251214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T073619
CREATED:20251001T190058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T184109Z
UID:6415-1765702800-1765728000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Open Forge
DESCRIPTION:The Education Committee is offering a Free Open Forge for Guild Members Only. There are eight forges available for our membership to use. There is no lesson or agenda except to get some iron hot and hit it with a hammer. There are sign-ups that will guarantee you a forge space. If you just want to stop by and hang out\, you are welcome to do so. If there’s space at a forge\, have at it. This is an excellent opportunity to hang out with and learn from fellow smiths. Beginners are welcome to send Harvey an email with their topic of interest or problem you’re trying to solve\, and we’ll do our best to have an answer and/or help available. \nBring: The Guild provides the space (forges\, anvils\, etc.) and coal. Please bring your own steel\, hammers\, tongs\, chisels\, etc. \nSafety Equipment: the usual for forging with coal: gloves\, safety glasses\, hearing protection\, clothing of natural fiber with no cuffs or fraying\, and leather boots or shoes \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/open-forge-2/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Harvey Steele":MAILTO:hsteele@handeecleat.com
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T073619
CREATED:20251001T004221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T004221Z
UID:6409-1765008000-1765040400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Handled Struck Tools 2025
DESCRIPTION:Instructors: Bob Brown\, Dave & Jesse Gavin\, Herb Fick\, Wayne Olson\, George Auel \nClass size: Maximum students: 4                 Minimum students: 8 \nClass description: \nThis is Herb\, organizing yet another Handled Struck Tools Class for the day before the holiday party. We are electing Bob Brown to be our lead instructor this year. The Gavins\, Dave and Jesse\, are anxious to see how Bob would lead the workshop.\nWe will still use 4140 AN steel; 5/8 and ¾ diameter. We use this alloy because it is well known\, makes a good tool\, and makes a good example for teaching heat treating. The handle will be whatever Bob wants it to be as long as it uses 1018 rod. Special quench oil is supplied courtesy of the Northfield VFW. \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.\nHerb procures the stock and a literature package reviewing the heat treat principles and a bit of really ancient history. The principle reference used will be the book Steel Metallurgy for the non-metallurgist by John Verhoeven.   (ISBN-13: 978-0-87170-858-8) This year’s demonstrator at the fall conference\, Howard Clark\, made a contribution to that book and is a friend of Verhoeven. The book is available through the internet without charge. \nThis crew has offered the workshop for quite a few years. They have developed many ways to offer guidance on technique. Ask anyone who has taken the workshop. Rarely has anyone left the day with less than two working tools\, punch or chisel. \nA feature of this particular workshop is the use of treadle hammers. We usually have three or four available for the participants to try/use and we encourage participants to also try striking for each other. Or ask a helper to strike\, to get a feel of how this is done in demonstrations at fairs and shows. \nOn Saturday\, December 6 we gather at 8 AM at the MN School of Horseshoeing\, Ramsey Minn. We do introductions\, safety\, and review the literature that gets sent out when people register. Then at 9 AM we are in the shop. Lunch is brown bag\, or area restaurants. We usually are shut down at 5 PM. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/handled-struck-tools-2025/
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:20251115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T073619
CREATED:20250908T164225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T165313Z
UID:6392-1763197200-1763222400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Viking Knife Class 2025
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Peter Ellison \nViking Knife \nClass Description: This class’s goal is to introduce a smith to working with wrought iron and in the process make a couple of small projects: a hook and a small forge welded whittle tang knife that would have been common throughout the Viking era and beyond.  In the morning we will be getting used to working with wrought iron by drawing out some bar stock and making a hook.  In the afternoon forge welding high carbon steel to a bar of iron and then drawing out a tang and the blade to make a small forge welded knife.  Time permitting\, burn in a handle and heat treat the knife.\nThe skill level for the class is anyone who can maintain a coal fire\, work with tongs to draw out material\, minimal scrolling\, moderate hammer control\, forge welding experience is not required.  The class is not designed to be the first smithing experience.\nClass size: Maximum students:          8          Minimum students: 3 \nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class: \n\n½” or ⅝” V bit tongs (able to grab ⅜” to ⅝” round and square stock)\n¼” V bit tongs (able to grab ¼“ round and square stock)\nForging hammer\nLight weight forging hammer\nCourse Wire Brush\n\nSafety Equipment: the usual for forging with coal: gloves\, safety glasses\, hearing protection\, clothing of natural fiber with no cuffs or fraying\, and leather boots or shoes. Note that wrought iron is worked very hot and there will be a lot of scale. \nTo register online\, go to The Guild of Metalsmiths website\, https://www.metalsmith.org/education\nOr to mail in a check\, contact the class manager\, email your address and phone number (do not list personal address) for additional information and to reserve your place.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/viking-knife-class-2025/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Larry Wasmund":MAILTO:poundedtreasures@gmail.com
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T073619
CREATED:20250729T202936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T203237Z
UID:6378-1761984000-1762012800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Chalk Tongs Class 2025
DESCRIPTION:Chalk Tongs Class \nInstructor: Dave Gavin\nClass size: maximum 8\, minimum 4\nClass Manager: Jesse Gavin\, jagavin6273@hotmail.com \nAre you tired of fumbling with that short piece of chalk? Then this is the class for you. We will be making chalk tongs. This class will require you to have some serious hammer control. One wrong hit\, and you will likely be starting over. These tongs could also make a good Christmas tree ornament. If you’d like to look over the sample pair – they will be at the Fall Conference. The tongs in the photo are ~ 6” – 7” long \nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class: Light hammers\, files\, gas forges & gas. We will have 2\, but if you’d like to bring one please do.\nSafety Equipment: the usual for forging with coal: gloves\, safety glasses\, hearing protection\, clothing of natural fiber with no cuffs or fraying\, and leather boots or shoes.\nLunch arrangements: Local food or bring your own. \nTo register:\nTo register online go to The Guild of Metalsmiths website\,  https://www.metalsmith.org/education\nOr to mail in a check\, contact the class manager listed above for additional information and to reserve your place.\nAcceptance will be in the order submitted\, based on the online transaction date or postage date\, and each person will be noti-fied individually. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/chalk-tongs-class-2025/
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:20250928T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T073619
CREATED:20250630T171944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T171944Z
UID:6249-1759050000-1759075200@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Open Forge and Potluck Free to Members Only
DESCRIPTION:FREE MEMBERS ONLY\nThis event (our second) is open to all Guild members. There are eight forges available for us to use\, and there is no lesson or agenda except to get some iron hot\, hit it with a hammer\, and hang out with fellow blacksmiths. There are sign ups that will guarantee you a forge space. If you just want to stop by and hang out\, you are welcome to do so. If there’s space at a forge\, have at it. This is an excellent opportunity to hang out with and learn from fellow smiths. Beginners are welcome to send Harvey or Peter an email with their topic of interest or problem you’re trying to solve\, and we’ll do our best to have an answer and/or help available. \nMembers in charge: Harvey Steele hsteele@handeecleat.com\, Peter Ellison peter@matrixrunner.net \, Laurel Larkin\nManager: Harvey Steele: 239-671-8887\nSafety Equipment: the usual for forging with coal: gloves\, safety glasses\, hearing protection\, clothing of natural fiber with no cuffs or fraying\, and leather boots or shoes.\nLunch arrangement: Potluck at noon\, bring a dish to share. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/open-forge-and-potluck-free-to-members-only/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Harvey Steele":MAILTO:hsteele@handeecleat.com
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T073619
CREATED:20250729T201506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T201740Z
UID:6376-1755334800-1755360000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:A Taste of Blacksmithing August 2025 - Class is full as of July 28\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Rebecca Hrobak\nClass Manager: Harvey Steele  hsteele@handeecleat.com \nDescription: This is the day to try blacksmithing. All are welcome – we have designed this for the complete novice. Hammer in hand\, iron heated in the coal forge\, anvil at the ready\, you’ll be making one or more take-home projects: a drive-hook\, an S-hook or just keep hammering and see what amazing shape comes forth. Bring your creativity\, safety glasses\, and curiosity – we supply everything else.\nSize of Class: Maximum students: 8    Minimum students: 6\nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class: Bring your favorite hammer.  Gloves are optional. \nSafety Equipment: We will be forging with coal. Safety glasses are mandatory. Wear clothing of natural fiber with no cuffs or fraying\, and leather boots or shoes. Hearing protection is optional but recommended. \nLunch Arrangements: We will break for lunch from 12:00pm-1:00pm. You can bring your lunch\, or you can grab food at a local restaurant. We encourage you to eat in the classroom and have some productive discussions\, Q&A with the instructors\, etc. \nTo register online go to The Guild of Metalsmiths website\,\nhttps://www.metalsmith.org/education \nOr to mail in a check\, contact the class manager by the information listed above to reserve your place. \nAcceptance will be in the order submitted\, based on the online transaction date or postage date\, and each person will be notified individually. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/a-taste-of-blacksmithing-august-2025-class-is-full-as-of-july-28-2025/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Harvey Steele":MAILTO:hsteele@handeecleat.com
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T073619
CREATED:20250630T171210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T171210Z
UID:6248-1754730000-1754755200@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2025 Instructor's Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Education Committee offers Instructor’s Workshops for ALL who are interested in becoming a part of the Instructor Team or just want more information. Everyone is encouraged to attend. The workshop will be offered again in February\, if the August workshop does not work for you. You are more than welcome to attend both workshops. The only item you need to bring to the class is a notebook to take notes. \nClass Instructor: Larry Wasmund \nLunch Arrangements: Bring lunch or there are restaurants in the area you may dine at. \nContact: Kim Maas\, tgom.volunteer@gmail.com\, 651-328-7219
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2025-instructors-workshop/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Upcoming,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Kim Maas":MAILTO:TGoM.volunteer@gmail.com
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T073619
CREATED:20250531T172205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250531T172548Z
UID:6239-1752310800-1752339600@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Fancy Twist Class 2025
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this class is at the St. Paul Public  Schools website. \nTo register for this class\, go to: https://stpaul.ce.eleyo.com/course/16723/spring-2025-adult/fancy-twist-class
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/fancy-twist-class-2025/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T073619
CREATED:20250331T222510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250420T193915Z
UID:6196-1747558800-1747580400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Open Forge
DESCRIPTION:FREE MEMBERS ONLY Open Forge and Potluck May 18th\nThis event is open to all Guild members. There is no lesson or agenda except to get some iron hot and hit it with a hammer and hang out with fellow blacksmiths. There are sign ups that will guarantee you a forge space. If you just want to stop by and hang out\, you are welcome to do so. If there’s space at a forge\, have at it. \nInstructors: Harvey Steele in the morning\, Marty Masters in the afternoon.\nLocation  MN School of Horseshoeing . Map see below.\nClass Manager: Marty Masters 651-285-8731\nPrice of Class:  FREE TO MEMBERS ONLY\nSafety Equipment: the usual for forging with coal: gloves\, safety glasses\, hearing protection\, clothing of natural fiber with no cuffs or fraying\, and leather boots or shoes.\nLunch arrangement: Potluck\, bring a dish to share. 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/open-forge/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Marty Masters":MAILTO:martin.masters@metalsmith.org
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T073619
CREATED:20250228T222111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T222111Z
UID:6179-1746864000-1746896400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Hammer Making Class 2025
DESCRIPTION:Instructors: Derrick Phillips & others\nClass size: Max 8\, min. 4\nClass Description: It is recommended that anyone wishing to take this class have taken at least a few days long beginners class\, and have several weeks of forging time. This will help ensure a certain comfort at the forge and with hot metal\, as this class works with a larger hot piece. This class will teach you the skills you need to make a basic rounding hammer. With this knowledge you will then be able to expand your tool chest with other handled tools. All handled tools such as top fullers\, punches and flatters start with this same process. We will begin with a piece of tool steel\, punch the eye\, shape both striking ends\, heat treat and add the handle. You will go home with your own hammer. There will be an assortment of weights to choose from so you can make a hammer to fit your size and needs. This is an intermediate skill level class\nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class: Bring your favorite hammers; one for striking hot metal and one for striking punches and drifts. A tongs for holding 1-1/2″ square stock if you have that size\nSafety Equipment: the usual for forging with coal: safety glasses\, hearing protection\, respirator or dust mask for grinding\, clothing of natural fiber with no cuffs or fraying\, and leather boots or shoes.\nSpecial Instructions: This class can run late just to give a heads up\nLunch Arrangements: Bring your own lunch or eat at one of the local establishments. We will take an hour break around noon. \nTo register online go to The Guild of Metalsmiths website\, https://www.metalsmith.org/education\nOr to mail in a check\, contact Derrick Phillips at derrickphillipsa3o3@gmail.com to reserve a spot. \nAcceptance will be in the order submitted\, based on the online transaction date or postage date\, and each person will be notified individually. \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/hammer-making-class-2025/
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:20250503T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T073619
CREATED:20250331T222201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T223253Z
UID:6195-1746262800-1746288000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:A Taste of Blacksmithing 2025
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Rebecca Hrobak\, 612-226-8608\, rebelhornbrook@gmail.com\nClass size: Maximum students: 10; Minimum students: 6 – Must be 18 years of age. \nS-Hooks \nThis is the day to try blacksmithing. We have designed this for the complete novice. Hammer in hand\, iron heated in the coal forge\, anvil at the ready\, you’ll be making one or more of these take-home projects: a drive hook\, an S-hook or just keep hammering and see what amazing shape comes forth. Bring your creativity\, safety glasses\, and curiosity. We supply everything else. \nTo register for this class\, go to: https://stpaul.ce.eleyo.com/course/16723/spring-2025-adult/a-taste-of-blacksmithing
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/a-taste-of-blacksmithing-2025/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Marty Masters":MAILTO:martin.masters@metalsmith.org
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:20250329T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T073619
CREATED:20250131T221706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T221706Z
UID:6149-1743238800-1743264000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Forge Welding 2025
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Gordon Barr \nClass Description: How to manage the fire\, forge with and without flux\, preparing scarfs on the ends to be welded. Depending on time available\, possible projects include a flux spoon\, tripod\, chain links\, jump weld\, leaves and tendrils\, basket twist\, attaching a hard steel edge to tools. Basic forging skills needed \nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class: Favorite hammer and tongs for 3/8 round if you have them. \nSafety Equipment: Bring safety glasses and appropriate clothing 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:  Bring a lunch and water or dine at local fast food places \nClass Manager: (Person to whom questions should be asked) Gordon Barr\, agbarr@metalsmith.org \nTo register online go to The Guild of Metalsmiths website\, https://www.metalsmith.org/education \nOr to mail in a check\, contact Gordon Barr   agbarr@metalsmith.org  to reserve a spot or for additional information. \nAcceptance will be in the order submitted\, based on the online transaction date or postage date\, and each person will be notified individually. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/intro-to-forge-welding-2025/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon Barr":MAILTO:agbarr@metalsmith.org
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T073619
CREATED:20250101T190228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T191728Z
UID:6111-1740819600-1740848400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Zombie Killer / Chopping Knife 2-Day Class IS CLOSED!
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Paul Widenhoefer \nMap to MN School of Horseshoeing \nClass size: Minimum of 4 students. Maximum of 8 students (More if there are parent/child participants) Minimum age 14. Must be accompanied by an adult.\nClass Manager: Paul Widenhoefer\, Email: pwidenhoefer@gmail.com\, (612) 408-5007 (cell) \nClass Description: Do you fear the zombie apocalypse? Do thoughts of a worldwide economic collapse and pandemics send you scurrying for your bug-out bag? Or perhaps you just want a good chopping knife capable of doing some hard work? If so\, we are offering a knife making class for you! It is designed for someone with little forging experience\, but can accommodate those with a more advanced skill set.\nWe will be covering basic knife forging\, knife design\, heat treatment\, grinding\, sharpening and attaching handles. Participants should leave with a finished (or nearly finished) primitive style knife ready for rough use. Due to time and facility limitations this is NOT a class to make a kitchen knife.\nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class:  Forging hammer\, tongs to hold tapered flat stock.\nSafety Equipment: the usual for working at a coal forge: clothes of natural fiber\, no cuffs or frayed edges\, non-synthetic boots or shoes. Eye and ear protection are mandatory. In addition\, grinders\, torches\, and hot quenches will be used so keep long hair and shirt tails contained.\nLunch Arrangements: bring a lunch or eat at a local establishment. \nTo register online:  click here to our website Education page \nTo register with a check: Contact Paul Widenhoefer Email: pwidenhoefer@gmail.com Phone: (612) 408-500 for instructions. \n Acceptance will be in the order submitted\, based on the online transaction date or postage date\, and each person will be notified individually. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/zombie-killer-chopping-knife-2-day-class-is-closed/2025-03-01/
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
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T163000
DTSTAMP:20260417T073619
CREATED:20241030T210438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T210728Z
UID:5881-1737792000-1737822600@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Box Jaw Tongs Class 2025
DESCRIPTION:Instructors:  Dave Gavin & Jesse Gavin \nClass size: Max 8\, Min 4\nClass Description: This class will have you making tongs that will hold onto ¼” X 1” flat bar stock. This class is for beginners that have gone through and have had some additional practice beyond the basics class. You will finish drawing out the reins and forging the boss to shape and matching the two different jaws to hold the stock.\nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class: Favorite hammer for forging and peening rivets\, tongs to hold 3/4”x 3/4”\, 1/4” x 3/4”\, 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 online:  click here to our website Education page\nTo register with a check: Contact class manager Jesse Gavin at 1-715-808-5891 or jagavin6273@hotmail.com for instructions. \n Acceptance will be in the order submitted\, based on the online transaction date or postage date\, and each person will be notified individually. \n Updated Directions to MN School of Horseshoeing:\nTake US10 towards Elk River. Past the exits for Main St\, Anoka and Thurston Ave there is a new stop light that comes up quickly\, so be watching. Google and Apple don’t have this intersection yet. Turn Left and follow the frontage road to Tungsten St. Then turn right on Riverdale Drive. \n \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/box-jaw-tongs-class-2025/
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:20241207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T073619
CREATED:20241001T171617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T171916Z
UID:5850-1733562000-1733590800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Handled Struck Tool Class 2024
DESCRIPTION:Instructors: Bob Brown\, Wayne Olson\, Jesse Gavin\, Dave Gavin\, Herb Fick\, George Auel\nClass size: Max 8\, min 6 \n\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.\nBring: Power 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.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/handled-struck-tool-class-2024/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241102T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241102T163000
DTSTAMP:20260417T073619
CREATED:20241001T170549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T170549Z
UID:5849-1730536200-1730565000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Candle Chandelier Class 2024
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:          Don Hogenson\nClass Manager: Jesse Gavin\nClass size: maximum 8; minimum 4 \nClass Description: In this class you will be forging\, twisting\, and riveting together a candle chandelier. You’ll be working with round\, flat\, and short sections of pipe.  Students should have completed the basics classes. Side note: Don learned how to make this in a class given by Dave Mariette – far enough in the past that we couldn’t come up with the year!\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” and 3/8” round\, thin flat stock and pipe\, plus other tools as you see fit – i.e. wire brush\, touch mark\, 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. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/candle-chandelier-class-2024-2/
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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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241019T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T073619
CREATED:20240801T192353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T172545Z
UID:5810-1729324800-1729357200@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Betty Lamp Class 2024
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:             Martin Pansch\, 612-599-4762  blacksmithingyeti@gmail.com\nClass size:              Maximum 8 students; minimum students 4 \nBetty Lamp \nClass Description: A Betty lamp is an 18th century oil lamp of Germanic origin that could use any number of household oils (fish oil\, fat trimmings\, bacon grease\, etc.) In this class we will be making Betty lamps by cutting\, filing\, and bending pieces from thin sheet metal. Pieces will be held together by small rivets while we braze the bottom in the coal forge to make it water (oil) tight. The top will include a light hinge. The forging in this class is minimal and light\, making rivets and the spine. Some students may not finish the lamp during class time. \nClass Manager:  Marty Masters  Contact Marty with questions: mastersmw@yahoo.com or 651-285-8731 \nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class: A forging hammer\, a small (8 oz or so) cross peen\, a medium size flat mill file\, small/jewelers square files\, a hacksaw with fine blade (18 or 24 TPI)\, small cold chisel\, vernier calipers\, long flux spoon\, borax flux\, tongs for 1/8”\, center punch\, scribe\, fine Sharpie. For making small rounds and square holes (1/8” or so) you can either bring a drill and bits or small punches. If you have a vise with good jaws that you can bring that would be helpful. \nSafety Equipment – safety glasses\, ear plugs\, natural fiber clothing (nothing that will melt). \nLunch Arrangements: You can either bring lunch or grab something from one of the local dining establishments. \nTo register online:  click here to our website Education page \nTo register for this class with a check: Contact class manager Marty Masters at mastersmw@yahoo.com or 651-285-8731 and send him a a check for $75 written to The Guild of Metalsmiths. \nAcceptance will be in the order submitted\, based on the online transaction date or postage date\, and each person will be notified individually.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/betty-lamp-class-2024/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Marty Masters":MAILTO:martin.masters@metalsmith.org
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T073619
CREATED:20240227T195001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T170953Z
UID:5710-1714813200-1714842000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Hammer Class 2024
DESCRIPTION:Hammer with anvil \nInstructor: Derrick Phillips and others\nClass size: Max 8\, min 4\nDescription: It is recommended that anyone wishing to take this class have taken at least a few days long beginners class\, and have several weeks of forging time. This will help ensure a certain comfort at the forge and with hot metal\, as this class works with a larger hot piece. This class will teach you the skills you need to make a basic rounding hammer. With this knowledge you will then be able to expand your tool chest with other handled tools. All handled tools such as top fullers\, punches and flatters start with this same process. We will begin with a piece of tool steel\, punch the eye\, shape both striking ends\, heat treat and add the handle. You will go home with your own hammer. There will be an assortment of weights to choose from so you can make a hammer to fit your size and needs. This is an intermediate skill level class. \nTools and other items to bring: Bring your favorite hammers: one for striking hot metal and one for striking punches and drifts. A tongs for holding 1-1/2″ square stock if you have that size.\nSafety equipment to bring: the usual for forging with coal: safety glasses\, hearing protection\, respirator or dust mask for grinding\, clothing of natural fiber with no cuffs or fraying\, and leather boots or shoes.\nTools and other items to bring: Bring your favorite hammers: one for striking hot metal and one for striking punches and drifts. A tongs for holding 1-1/2″ square stock if you have that size.\nSafety equipment to bring: the usual for forging with coal: safety glasses\, hearing protection\, respirator or dust mask for grinding\, clothing of natural fiber with no cuffs or fraying\, and leather boots or shoes.\nLunch arrangements: Bring your own lunch or eat at one of the local establishments. We will take an hour break around noon. \nTo register for this class with a check:  Send a check written to -The Guild of Metalsmiths for $75 to:\nDerrick Phillips\n2461 Como Ave\nSt. Paul MN 55108\nContact Derrick with questions.  derrickphillipsa3o3@gmail.com.\nTo register online:  click here to our website Education page \nAcceptance will be in the order submitted\, based on the online transaction date or postage date\, and each person will be notified individually. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/hammer-class-2024/
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
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:20240428T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T073619
CREATED:20240201T160648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T161120Z
UID:5693-1714293000-1714320000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Joinery One 2024 2-Day Class-Day 2 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Instructors:      Derrick Phillips and others\nClass size:         Maximum students:  8             Minimum students:  4\nClass Description:\nThis is Part One of Three in a Joinery class series. The overall courses are skills based\, to incorporate all that was learned in a class taken by the instructors and taught by Mark Aspery. In this first 12 hours of instruction the student will learn the importance of proper tool making to accomplish successful joinery. We will concentrate this portion on forging tooling to perform ½” slot punching and drifting with ½” round and square drifts. The class is open to all students that have taken the beginners class.  Understand that if the student has not had a year or so of reasonably consistent practice\, this class will be extra challenging. \nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class:\nPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)\, hammers (rounding & flat face/peen)\, tongs to firmly hold (inline and perpendicular) ½” round\, and square\, and ¾” round\, files (hot rasp & 12″ bastard)\, center punch\, hot cut chisel\, measuring device (non-flammable)\, worn or broken grinding wheel or a sharpening stone (for polishing for heat treating). \nSafety Equipment:  The usual for forging with coal: safety glasses\, hearing protection\, respirator or dust mask for grinding\, clothing of natural fiber with no cuffs or fraying\, and leather boots or shoes. \nLunch Arrangements: Bring your own lunch or eat at one of the local establishments. We will take an hour break around noon. \nTo register for this class:  send a check written to -The Guild of Metalsmiths for $160 to:\nDerrick Phillips\n2461 Como Ave\nSt. Paul MN 55108 \nTo register online:  click here to our website Education page \nContact Derrick with questions.  derrickphillipsa3o3@gmail.com. \nAcceptance will be in the order submitted\, based on the online transaction date or postage date\, and each person will be notified individually.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/joinery-one-2024-2-day-class-day-2-of-2/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
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SUMMARY:Joinery One\, 2-Day Class 2024\, Day 1 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Instructors:        Derrick Phillips and others\nClass size:         Maximum students:  8             Minimum students:  4\nClass Description:\nThis is Part One of Three in a Joinery class series. The overall courses are skills based\, to incorporate all that was learned in a class taken by the instructors and taught by Mark Aspery. In this first 12 hours of instruction the student will learn the importance of proper tool making to accomplish successful joinery. We will concentrate this portion on forging tooling to perform ½” slot punching and drifting with ½” round and square drifts. The class is open to all students that have taken the beginners class.  Understand that if the student has not had a year or so of reasonably consistent practice\, this class will be extra challenging. \nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class:\nPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)\, hammers (rounding & flat face/peen)\, tongs to firmly hold (inline and perpendicular) ½” round\, and square\, and ¾” round\, files (hot rasp & 12″ bastard)\, center punch\, hot cut chisel\, measuring device (non-flammable)\, worn or broken grinding wheel or a sharpening stone (for polishing for heat treating). \nSafety Equipment:  The usual for forging with coal: safety glasses\, hearing protection\, respirator or dust mask for grinding\, clothing of natural fiber with no cuffs or fraying\, and leather boots or shoes. \nLunch Arrangements: Bring your own lunch or eat at one of the local establishments. We will take an hour break around noon. \nTo register for this class:  send a check written to -The Guild of Metalsmiths for $160 to:\nDerrick Phillips\n2461 Como Ave\nSt. Paul MN 55108 \nTo register online:  click here to our website Education page \nContact Derrick with questions.  derrickphillipsa3o3@gmail.com. \nAcceptance will be in the order submitted\, based on the online transaction date or postage date\, and each person will be notified individually. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/joinery-one-class-2024-day-1-of-2/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon Barr":MAILTO:agbarr@metalsmith.org
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SUMMARY:Candle Chandelier Class 2024
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Don Hogenson\nClass size:   Max 8\, min 4 students \nClass Description In this class you will be forging\, twisting\, and riveting together a candle chandelier. You’ll be working with round\, flat\, and short sections of pipe.  Students should have completed the basics classes. Side note: Don learned how to make this in a class given by Dave Marriette – far enough in the past that we couldn’t come up with what year it was. \nClass Champion: Jesse Gavin 1-715-808-5891 jagavin6273@hotmail.com \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” and 3/8” round\, thin flat stock and pipe\, plus other tools as you see fit – i.e. wire brush\, touch mark\, 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: bring a bag lunch or visit one of the nearby establishments. \nTo register for the class online\, follow this link: \nhttps://www.metalsmith.org/education/ \nTo register with a check:   Send a check written to The Guild of Metalsmiths for $65\, including your contact info\, to:\nJesse Gavin\nN8214 330 St\nSpring Valley WI 54767 \nAcceptance will be in the order submitted\, based on the online transaction date or postage date\, and each person will be notified individually. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/candle-chandelier-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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240323T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240323T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T073619
CREATED:20240102T180533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240102T180533Z
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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
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240316T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240102T180416Z
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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
ORGANIZER;CN="George Auel":MAILTO:george.auel@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240309T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240309T170000
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CREATED:20231231T215450Z
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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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UID:5655-1709456400-1709485200@www.metalsmith.org
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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