Coming in 2025
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Coming in 2025 〰️
Learn to Forge
Smithy Basics
Introduction to outdoor forging! Learn traditional earthen forging and propane-powered techniques.
Jewlery Workshop
No fire required! Make hand-hammered earrings, twisted copper bracelets, and whatever you dream up!
Sword Making
Forging larger pieces presents unique learning opportunities! Learn how to forge a blade, quench and temper processes, and design guard, tang, and handle wraps to fit your project!
For additional sustainability, draw from our selection of recycled materials to make your sword handle out of fully recycled plastics.
Custom Projects
Contact the smithy to request a class or custom project!
Building Right Angles
Handy DIY and Tool Introduction
Basic tool know-how is an important skill no matter where you are! At home or on the road, knowing how to build or fix what you need saves you time and money. Plus, it’s a huge confidence boost! Also learn how to find affordable second-hand tools and determine what you need at home.
No prior knowledge required. Whether you’ve never heard of a carpenter’s square or you’re looking to brush up on your building skills, all are welcome to this introductory class.
Gardening Everywhere
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Small Scale
Have a windowsill? A sunny patch? From growing potatoes year-round in a five-gallon bucket to small-scale windowsill aquaponics, there are many ways to grow delicious, nutritous foods in any space! Come with measurements, a description, or a quick sketch of your growing space to brainstorm ideas during the course, or just come learn new skills to experiment with at home.
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Large Scale
Food security and economics resilience starts right here, in the earth. Whether you’re growing for your family or a small business, increasing crop yields, decreasing reliance on pesticides and chemical fertilizers, and becoming better abie to weather storms is better for the environment and your bottom line.
DIY Rainwater Filtration
Making Safe, Clean Water
Making clean water is ancient technology. Modern water filters are expensive and supply chains can be stressed. Learn to make your own water filtration system with readily available local materials. Rain is free and safe, clean drinking water is a basic human right!