Blacksmith 101

Name: Blacksmith 101
Start: 2024-08-24T12:00:00-04:00
End: 2024-08-24T16:00:00-04:00
Location: 1715 Hillburn Ave. NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, Michigan 49504

Schedule

Sat Aug 24 2024 at 12:00 pm to 04:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

1715 Hillburn Ave. NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, Michigan 49504 | Grand Rapids, MI

Pre-registration is required for this program. Online pre-registration closes at 12pm the day before the program date. If this program is sold out, please complete online registration to be added to the waitlist. You will not be charged to be added to the waitlist. We will contact you if spots become available.
Join us in the forge to learn how fire, metal and a hammer come together to create a functional item or a work of art! Our experienced blacksmith will teach you a few tricks of the trade in this introductory blacksmith class. Topics covered will include forge safety, tools, and fire building, and you will have an opportunity to work on a first project. No experience necessary! Blandford Nature Center will provide safety equipment, including gloves and ear and eye protection.
Pricing:
Member: $100
Non-Member: $120
This program is only for ages 18 and up.
Please Note: This program will be held indoors. It is also recommended to dress for the weather – our forge is inside an unheated, drafty building. Long shirts and pants and heavy duty, closed-toe shoes are also recommended for your safety. We suggest non-synthetic clothing for protection from sparks. If you do not have non-synthetic clothing, we can provide a leather apron. Please also bring a water bottle with you.