Teen Blacksmithing

This is a one day holiday class for younger people (12 - 16 years old) interested in reconnecting with their hands and learning some creative skills. This is an especially good course for younger people interested in blacksmithing or metalwork.

We will cover

• workshop safety
• using a gas forge
• using hammers and tongs to move and hold metal
• forging a point
• flattening metal
• bending, twisting metal into shapes

Projects will include

• A fire poker or toasting fork
• Camp fire tripod
• Hooks and other tools to use with the tripod
• ...and more depending on available time

You will need to bring your lunch and sensible clothing (t-shirt and long pants) and covered footwear (sneakers ok).

We will provide safety equipment, tools, metal, morning and afternoon tea.