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Currently Scheduled Woodworking & Furniturecraft Courses

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Adirondack Chair Building

Instructors: Randy Schnobrich
Without question, the Adirondack chair is a timeless classic; its high back, large armrests, and…
Fri, Jun 3rd, 2022  –  Sun, Jun 5th, 2022
Days 1-2: 9am-5pm; Day 3: 9am-noon
Instructor: Randy Schnobrich
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Build a Small Table from Reclaimed Wood

Instructors: John Hodnefield
Build a highly functional new table–with a minimal amount of tools–which is perfect for…
Fri, Aug 26th, 2022  –  Sun, Aug 28th, 2022
Days 1 and 2: 9am-5pm, Day 3: 9am-1pm
Instructor: John Hodnefield
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Build Thoreau's Cabin: Basic Building Skills Workshop

Instructors: Randy Schnobrich
Pick up your hammer! This course is designed for students with little or no building experience who…
Wed, Aug 24th, 2022  –  Sun, Aug 28th, 2022
9am-5pm each day
Instructor: Randy Schnobrich
Wed, Sep 28th, 2022  –  Sun, Oct 2nd, 2022
9am-5pm each day
Instructor: Randy Schnobrich
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Coopering: Make a Wooden Bucket

Instructors: Eric Edgin
Coopering, the craft of joined wooden staves to create a vessel, was an integral skill in many…
Fri, Dec 2nd, 2022  –  Sun, Dec 4th, 2022
9am-5pm each day
Instructor: Eric Edgin
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Fine Furniture: Windsor Comb Back Mini Settee

Instructors: David Abeel
In order for a piece of furniture to become a treasured family heirloom, someone has to build it.…
Wed, Oct 12th, 2022  –  Sun, Oct 16th, 2022
Day 1: 4-7pm; Day 2-5: 9am-5pm
Instructor: David Abeel
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Furniture Design and Modeling

Instructors: Jim Sannerud
You can find almost anything you need while wandering through a certain Swedish big box furniture…
Fri, Nov 4th, 2022  –  Sun, Nov 6th, 2022
9am-5pm each day
Instructor: Jim Sannerud
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Handcrafting A Northwoods Paddle

Instructors: Mike Schelmeske
Create the traditional paddle used by Northwoods travelers for hundreds of years. In this course, a…
Fri, Jun 10th, 2022  –  Sat, Jun 11th, 2022
9am-5pm each day
Instructor: Mike Schelmeske
Wed, Jun 29th, 2022  –  Thu, Jun 30th, 2022
9am-5pm each day
Instructor: Mike Schelmeske
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Lathe Turning: The Wooden Bowl

Instructors: Marybeth Garmoe, Nate White
The wooden bowl is a reflection of both utility and beauty - an inspiring craft form to experience.…
Tue, May 24th, 2022  –  Thu, May 26th, 2022
9am-5pm each day
Instructor: Marybeth Garmoe
Fri, May 27th, 2022  –  Sun, May 29th, 2022
9am-5pm each day
Instructors: Marybeth Garmoe, Nate White
Mon, May 30th, 2022  –  Wed, Jun 1st, 2022
9am-5pm each day
Instructor: Nate White
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Pole Lathe: Turning

Instructors: Jarrod Dahl
Turning wood on a pole lathe—a wonderfully simple hand-built machine that needs only your leg…
Fri, Nov 4th, 2022  –  Sun, Nov 6th, 2022
9am-5pm
Instructor: Jarrod Dahl
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Shaker-Style Carriers

Instructors: Tom McKinney
The Shaker-style of bentwood boxes and carriers have been made in the US since the 18th century.…
Fri, May 27th, 2022  –  Sun, May 29th, 2022
9am-5pm each day
Instructor: Tom McKinney
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Twig Furniture: Crafting the Twig Chair

Instructors: Paula Sundet Wolf
The twig chair is the hallmark project for someone who appreciates the traditional craft of twig…
Tue, May 31st, 2022  –  Thu, Jun 2nd, 2022
9am-5pm
Instructor: Paula Sundet Wolf
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Wattle Fences and Garden Trellises

Instructors: Paula Sundet Wolf
Have you ever needed a small garden fence? A trellis or wattle fence is the answer! Sometimes…
Fri, Jun 3rd, 2022
9am-5pm
Instructor: Paula Sundet Wolf
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Youth Craft Camp: Introduction to Woodworking

Instructors: Angela Robins
Spend a week exploring woodworking using both hand and power tools. You will learn how to safely…
Mon, Jul 25th, 2022  –  Fri, Jul 29th, 2022
9am-4pm
Instructor: Angela Robins