Programs
There are two separate demonstration areas at our meets. The main forge with a traditional coal forge or optional gas forge is where the main demonstrations takes place, and is lead by nationally recognized blacksmiths geared toward an advanced skill level. A large pavilion with ten forging stations hosts our hands-on teaching program, designed for those wanting to learn and practice basic forging and fire tending skills. Participants are welcome to migrate between the two program areas to discover their comfort level. Both areas have all the tooling required, but participants are welcome to bring their own tools. Safety glasses, protective footwear, and noncombustible clothing are required, i.e. leather shoes and cotton or wool clothing instead of nylon or fleece. Participants under 16 must have an adult chaperone present. Children as young as 10 may be allowed to participate based on experience and maturity. Adult chaperones that are not actively participating in forging may register at the discounted student rate. Hands-on sessions are often limited to two hours so everyone that wants to may get some forge time, and are on a first-come basis. Choose your session when you sign-in on sight, and keep your expectations realistic! You will NOT be forging a beautiful knife your first time at the forge!
Forging tools and equipment will be available for sale. Tailgate venders are welcome at no additional charge! High grade forging coal is also available for sale.
Cancellation Policy: If you cancel your registration before 9/20/24, you will receive a full refund. After 9/20/24, you may chose a 50% refund or full credit toward a future seminar.
"Iron in the hat" is an important and fun part of our program. All attendees our encouraged to bring a donation to be raffled off to help offset the cost of running our program and to purchase tools and equipment for our teaching program. Donations may include tools, equipment, apparel, materials, or just about anything else that you might find at a typical yard sale. Tickets are sold at lunchtime on Saturday, and the raffle winners are chosen right after lunch.
Forging tools and equipment will be available for sale. Tailgate venders are welcome at no additional charge! High grade forging coal is also available for sale.
Cancellation Policy: If you cancel your registration before 9/20/24, you will receive a full refund. After 9/20/24, you may chose a 50% refund or full credit toward a future seminar.
"Iron in the hat" is an important and fun part of our program. All attendees our encouraged to bring a donation to be raffled off to help offset the cost of running our program and to purchase tools and equipment for our teaching program. Donations may include tools, equipment, apparel, materials, or just about anything else that you might find at a typical yard sale. Tickets are sold at lunchtime on Saturday, and the raffle winners are chosen right after lunch.
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