Cordwood Construction Workshops @ Talking Water Nature Retreat
Schedule
Sat, 13 Sep, 2025 at 08:30 am to Sun, 21 Sep, 2025 at 05:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Talking Water Nature Retreat | Chattanooga, TN

About this Event
π²π‘ Cordwood Construction Workshops at Talking Water πΏπͺ
Ready to build something beautiful and sustainable? Join us for a hands-on Cordwood Construction Workshop at Talking Water Nature Retreat!
π Workshop Dates:
- Sep 13-14 (Saturday & Sunday)
- Sep 20-21 (Saturday & Sunday)
- Sign up for one weekend or both!
π Time: Saturday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm & Sunday 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
π Location: Talking Water Nature Retreat, Suck Creek Mountain, Chattanooga, TN
π©βπ« Instructor: Bobbie Such & the Talking Water team
π¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦ Family-Friendly: Kids welcome with an adult (Contact Bobbie for family discounts)
π² Cost: $315 per student
- Early Bird: $275 if registered before June 15, 2025
- Cash/Check Discount: Save $20 when you pay with cash or check
- Group Discount: Save $30 off each additional ticket purchased
Whatβs Included:
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Tools & materials provided
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Vegan-friendly breakfast & lunch each day
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Hands-on instruction & construction practice
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Tour of a completed cordwood cabin
Why Attend?
- Learn how to build eco-friendly, energy-efficient cordwood walls.
- Pick up practical tips on materials, permitting, and best practices.
- Explore creative design options for homes, sheds, and more.
π Register Now: TalkingWaterTN.com
π§ Questions? Contact Bobbie: [email protected] | π (423) 713-3641
Space is limited to 12 participants per workshopβsecure your spot today!
Agenda
π: 08:30 AM
Saturday Light Breakfast & Introductions
π: 09:30 AM
Overview of Topics
π: 10:00 AM
Tour of Cordwood Buildings On Site
π: 10:30 AM
Hands-On Construction
π: 12:30 PM
Lunch
π: 01:00 PM
Hands-On Construction
π: 04:00 PM
Q&As
π: 08:30 AM
Sunday Morning Light Breakfast
π: 09:00 AM
Detailed Lessons & Content Review
π: 11:00 AM
Lunch & Review of Student Construction Plans
π: 12:00 PM
Hands-On Construction & Skillsbuilding/Q&As
Where is it happening?
Talking Water Nature Retreat, 6405 Suck Creek Road, Chattanooga, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 75.00 to USD 337.98
