OLD CEDAR FORGE WORKSHOPS

OLD CEDAR FORGE
220 E Cronquist Rd
Allyn, WA 98524
360-275-6769
www.oldcedarforge.com

2008-2009 WORKSHOPS

Sign up early to insure you get a slot in these basics techniques classes under the direction of the legendary Mr. C, plus three additional instructors to assist with taking you to your next level of blacksmithing. Twenty-two hours of intense instruction and hands-on forging.

DATES SCHEDULED:
November 14-16, 2008- Basics of Blacksmithing (Beginning and Intermediate)
February 20-22, 2009 Basics of Blacksmithing (Beginning and Intermediate)
March 20-22, 2009 Basics of Blacksmithing (Beginning and Intermediate)

Please indicate on the Registration Form which workshop you would like to attend. Directions to shop will be sent with confirmation of deposit.

HOURS:
Friday: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Saturday: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Sunday: 7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

INSTRUCTOR TEAM: Master Blacksmith Jerry Culberson, Elijah Burnett, Tri Ficker and Dean Mook

CURRICULUM:**
Beginning class: Basic Blacksmithing Techniques (heat treating, drawing, upsetting, punching, fullering, twisting, riveting, etc.) in structured learning environment. Instructors will work with students at their skill level. No prior experience required. Hands-on projects include punch, chisel, tongs, fireplace poker and your choice(s). Many demonstrations including heat treating, forge building, tooling, and “wish I’d thought of that” ideas and techniques. Demonstrations are followed by hands-on work. Students take home what they produce.

**Intermediate class is held concurrently with Beginning class with separate instruction and hands-on experience. One-on-one instruction is geared to take you to your next level. Come prepared with either a project in mind or what it is you want to learn to take you to your next level.

SIZE: Workshops limited to 12 students.

All Classes: first come (pay), first serve

COST:$400 for three days. $200 non-refundable deposit required to guarantee your space. remaining $200 due at registration Friday morning. ALL $$ ARE U.S. CURRENCY. No credit cards accepted.

TOOLS AND MATERIALS: All provided, but you are welcome to bring your favorite hammer. Mark your tools in some fashion for easy identification during checkout at end of workshop.

GRUB: Lunch is provided all three days. We eat blacksmith style--good and plenty of it!! (Vegetarians, just let us know so we can throw in a couple more turnips).

LODGING: Plenty of camping space at Old Cedar Forge (some electrical hook-ups; shower in the shop). Local motels include: Belfair Motel, 6 miles down the road, 360-275-4485. In Shelton (17 miles from Old Cedar Forge): City Center Best Rates Motel, 360-426-3397; Shelton Inn Motel, 1-800-451-4560; Super 8 Motel, 360-426-1654

THINGS TO BRING: Dress warmly. Bring safety glasses, earplugs, and leather gloves. Wear cotton clothes and sturdy boots or shoes. No tennis shoes. Bring a notebook and a couple of sharp pencils for taking notes.

CONTACT: Ina Culberson, Workshop Coordinator
Phone: 360-275-6769 or e-mail: oldcedarforge@wavecable.com