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SUMMARY:Japanese Chef Knife
DESCRIPTION:Students will forge their own chef knife in the style of either a Gyuto\, Santoku\, or Petty style\, up to 9″ long. Starting with W-2 steel\, smiths will forge to shape\, heat treat and harden high carbon steel\, and use a belt grinder. On the final day\, students will learn the details of traditional Japanese handles\, known as Wa style handles\, and will be able to choose from a variety of handle materials to finish their knife. The result will be a fantastic kitchen tool that will last for generations.
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/japanese-chef-knife-6/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Japanese-Chef-Knife_Russ-Jennings-scaled.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230816T180000
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SUMMARY:Open Forge Night
DESCRIPTION:Interested in blacksmithing but unsure how to start? Open Forge Night is the place for you! Every third Wednesday of the month during our blacksmithing season\, come see demonstrations by expert blacksmith Steve Gurzler. Observing the demonstration is free and open to the public. If you want to try your hand at blacksmithing there is a $20 fee to cover the cost of materials. Safety precautions must be followed – including hard shoes with no open toes\, long pants\, goggles (supplied) and gloves (supplied).
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/open-forge-night-19/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Open-Forge-Night.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230818T090000
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SUMMARY:Tomahawk Forging
DESCRIPTION:Learn to forge a tomahawk with instructor Joe Szilaski. Students will be able to customize their design and will leave the class with a unique piece.
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/tomahawk-forging-4/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Tomahawk_Joe-Szilaski.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230819T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230819T160000
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CREATED:20221214T224607Z
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SUMMARY:Tomahawk Forging
DESCRIPTION:Learn to forge a tomahawk with instructor Joe Szilaski. Students will be able to customize their design and will leave the class with a unique piece.
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/tomahawk-forging-5/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Tomahawk_Joe-Szilaski.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230820T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230820T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T160111
CREATED:20221214T224620Z
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SUMMARY:Tomahawk Forging
DESCRIPTION:Learn to forge a tomahawk with instructor Joe Szilaski. Students will be able to customize their design and will leave the class with a unique piece.
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/tomahawk-forging-6/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Tomahawk_Joe-Szilaski.jpg
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230907T203000
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CREATED:20221214T225021Z
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SUMMARY:A Taste of the Forge II
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve taken Taste of the Forge or another basic blacksmithing class at AFS\, then you’re ready for Taste of the Forge II! This class\, taught by blacksmith Steve Gurzler\, builds on the students’ prior experience to bring them to the next level\, pursuing more advanced skills. Like in Taste of the Forge\, we will follow the Artist Blacksmiths Association of North America (ABANA) curriculum in a small class format. Students can expect to create 2 or more useful or decorative objects over the course of 3 weekday evenings.
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/a-taste-of-the-forge-ii-4/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/A-Taste-of-the-Forge-II.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230908T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230908T160000
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SUMMARY:Intro to Bladesmithing: Antler Handled Hunting Knife
DESCRIPTION:Instructor Matthew Parkinson was the first winner of History Channel’s Forged in Fire. You will forge and finish one antler-handled hunting knife with a 4-inch to 6-inch blade. Topics will include working with high-carbon steel\, knife design\, forging a blade to shape\, grinding\, finishing\, heat treating\, fitting a guard\, and attaching a handle. This is an introductory class\, but some experience is helpful. Students will also cut out\, mold\, stitch\, dye and finish a leather sheath.
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/intro-to-bladesmithing-antler-handled-hunting-knife/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Intro-to-Bladesmithing_Matt-Parkinson.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230909T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230909T160000
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SUMMARY:Intro to Bladesmithing: Antler Handled Hunting Knife
DESCRIPTION:Instructor Matthew Parkinson was the first winner of History Channel’s Forged in Fire. You will forge and finish one antler-handled hunting knife with a 4-inch to 6-inch blade. Topics will include working with high-carbon steel\, knife design\, forging a blade to shape\, grinding\, finishing\, heat treating\, fitting a guard\, and attaching a handle. This is an introductory class\, but some experience is helpful. Students will also cut out\, mold\, stitch\, dye and finish a leather sheath.
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/intro-to-bladesmithing-antler-handled-hunting-knife-2/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Intro-to-Bladesmithing_Matt-Parkinson.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T160111
CREATED:20221214T225022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T225022Z
UID:10001843-1694714400-1694723400@adirondackfolkschool.org
SUMMARY:A Taste of the Forge II
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve taken Taste of the Forge or another basic blacksmithing class at AFS\, then you’re ready for Taste of the Forge II! This class\, taught by blacksmith Steve Gurzler\, builds on the students’ prior experience to bring them to the next level\, pursuing more advanced skills. Like in Taste of the Forge\, we will follow the Artist Blacksmiths Association of North America (ABANA) curriculum in a small class format. Students can expect to create 2 or more useful or decorative objects over the course of 3 weekday evenings.
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/a-taste-of-the-forge-ii-5/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/A-Taste-of-the-Forge-II.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T160111
CREATED:20230627T185445Z
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UID:10002032-1695232800-1695240000@adirondackfolkschool.org
SUMMARY:Open Forge Night
DESCRIPTION:Interested in blacksmithing but unsure how to start? Open Forge Night is the place for you! Every third Wednesday of the month during our blacksmithing season\, come see demonstrations by expert blacksmith Steve Gurzler. Observing the demonstration is free and open to the public. If you want to try your hand at blacksmithing there is a $20 fee to cover the cost of materials. Safety precautions must be followed – including hard shoes with no open toes\, long pants\, goggles (supplied) and gloves (supplied).
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/open-forge-night-20/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Open-Forge-Night.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T160111
CREATED:20221214T225022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T225022Z
UID:10001844-1695319200-1695328200@adirondackfolkschool.org
SUMMARY:A Taste of the Forge II
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve taken Taste of the Forge or another basic blacksmithing class at AFS\, then you’re ready for Taste of the Forge II! This class\, taught by blacksmith Steve Gurzler\, builds on the students’ prior experience to bring them to the next level\, pursuing more advanced skills. Like in Taste of the Forge\, we will follow the Artist Blacksmiths Association of North America (ABANA) curriculum in a small class format. Students can expect to create 2 or more useful or decorative objects over the course of 3 weekday evenings.
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/a-taste-of-the-forge-ii-6/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/A-Taste-of-the-Forge-II.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230922T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230922T170000
DTSTAMP:20260526T160111
CREATED:20221214T225305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T225305Z
UID:10001860-1695387600-1695402000@adirondackfolkschool.org
SUMMARY:Blacksmithing 101: Nail & Hook
DESCRIPTION:This 4-hour class is ideal for the beginner blacksmith with little to no experience. We will start with the basics\, and within the first hour students will be forging their own nails. From there\, students will forge hooks with a decorative twist.
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/blacksmithing-101-nail-hook-5/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T160111
CREATED:20221214T224436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T224436Z
UID:10001496-1695459600-1695474000@adirondackfolkschool.org
SUMMARY:Blacksmithing 102D: Using Jigs and Making Batches
DESCRIPTION:Hooks are one of the most useful things a new blacksmith can make. They are used in many projects\, and this makes them an excellent stepping stone for learning how to manufacture in bulk. We will start by making hooks by hand with just the hammer and anvil. After that\, you will use various tools and jugs to produce 5 matching hooks. This class is intended for students who have taken a 101 class and understand the basics of forging and managing a coal fire.
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/blacksmithing-102d-using-jigs-and-making-batches/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T180000
DTSTAMP:20260526T160111
CREATED:20221214T224520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T224520Z
UID:10001796-1695477600-1695492000@adirondackfolkschool.org
SUMMARY:Blacksmithing for Couples: Candleholder
DESCRIPTION:This intro class is meant for couples to learn and work together on a candle holder\, perfect for romantic dinners together. Students will learn everything needed to use a coal fire\, hammer\, and anvil to move and shape metal. Two smiths will share a forge and an anvil and learn how to work as a team to accomplish things that an individual smith would not be able to do easily.
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/blacksmithing-for-couples-candleholder/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230929T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230929T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T160111
CREATED:20221214T231036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T231036Z
UID:10001645-1695978000-1696003200@adirondackfolkschool.org
SUMMARY:Complete Basic Blacksmithing
DESCRIPTION:This basic class will give you the foundation needed to start out on your journey of blacksmithing. You’ll learn fire management\, hammering methods\, drawing out\, upsetting\, cutting\, splitting\, twisting\, and convenience bending along with a demo of forge welding. Make punches and chisels and learn to harden and temper them. Heating material and heat management will be taught and much more.
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/complete-basic-blacksmithing-13/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Complete-Basic-Blacksmithing-Sargent.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230930T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230930T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T160111
CREATED:20221214T231037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T231037Z
UID:10001647-1696064400-1696089600@adirondackfolkschool.org
SUMMARY:Complete Basic Blacksmithing
DESCRIPTION:This basic class will give you the foundation needed to start out on your journey of blacksmithing. You’ll learn fire management\, hammering methods\, drawing out\, upsetting\, cutting\, splitting\, twisting\, and convenience bending along with a demo of forge welding. Make punches and chisels and learn to harden and temper them. Heating material and heat management will be taught and much more.
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/complete-basic-blacksmithing-14/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Complete-Basic-Blacksmithing-Sargent.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231001T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231001T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T160111
CREATED:20221214T231037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T231037Z
UID:10001649-1696150800-1696176000@adirondackfolkschool.org
SUMMARY:Complete Basic Blacksmithing
DESCRIPTION:This basic class will give you the foundation needed to start out on your journey of blacksmithing. You’ll learn fire management\, hammering methods\, drawing out\, upsetting\, cutting\, splitting\, twisting\, and convenience bending along with a demo of forge welding. Make punches and chisels and learn to harden and temper them. Heating material and heat management will be taught and much more.
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/complete-basic-blacksmithing-15/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Complete-Basic-Blacksmithing-Sargent.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231002T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231002T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T160111
CREATED:20221214T231037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T231037Z
UID:10001651-1696237200-1696262400@adirondackfolkschool.org
SUMMARY:Complete Basic Blacksmithing
DESCRIPTION:This basic class will give you the foundation needed to start out on your journey of blacksmithing. You’ll learn fire management\, hammering methods\, drawing out\, upsetting\, cutting\, splitting\, twisting\, and convenience bending along with a demo of forge welding. Make punches and chisels and learn to harden and temper them. Heating material and heat management will be taught and much more.
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/complete-basic-blacksmithing-16/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Complete-Basic-Blacksmithing-Sargent.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T160111
CREATED:20221214T224406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T224406Z
UID:10001488-1697274000-1697299200@adirondackfolkschool.org
SUMMARY:Forging Damascus
DESCRIPTION:This class will cover the basic process of forging pattern-welded Damascus steel. Students will weld up several small billets and explore the basics of pattern development. Students will also explore several common methods of forge welding as well as covering the science of forge welding. Students can expect to learn the process of choosing steels that will give good pattern and function well together in the final billet. The class will cover how to lay out and prepare the steel for forge welding both in the starting stack and in subsequent re-stacks. Special attention will be given to hand work and the making of patterns well suited to limited machinery. The main areas of pattern development will be explored as well as touching on some more advanced patterning techniques. Once the billets are forged and patterned\, the class will grind and polish a window or sample tile to etch and reveal the pattern. The class will cover several techniques to etch the sample for higher contrast. The techniques taught in class should offer students the building blocks to begin an exploration of Damascus patterns on their own. Experience of basic blacksmithing techniques suggested.
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/forging-damascus/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Forging-Damascus_Matt-Parkinson.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231015T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231015T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T160111
CREATED:20221214T224407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T224407Z
UID:10001489-1697360400-1697385600@adirondackfolkschool.org
SUMMARY:Forging Damascus
DESCRIPTION:This class will cover the basic process of forging pattern-welded Damascus steel. Students will weld up several small billets and explore the basics of pattern development. Students will also explore several common methods of forge welding as well as covering the science of forge welding. Students can expect to learn the process of choosing steels that will give good pattern and function well together in the final billet. The class will cover how to lay out and prepare the steel for forge welding both in the starting stack and in subsequent re-stacks. Special attention will be given to hand work and the making of patterns well suited to limited machinery. The main areas of pattern development will be explored as well as touching on some more advanced patterning techniques. Once the billets are forged and patterned\, the class will grind and polish a window or sample tile to etch and reveal the pattern. The class will cover several techniques to etch the sample for higher contrast. The techniques taught in class should offer students the building blocks to begin an exploration of Damascus patterns on their own. Experience of basic blacksmithing techniques suggested.
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/forging-damascus-2/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Forging-Damascus_Matt-Parkinson.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T160111
CREATED:20230627T185446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T185446Z
UID:10002033-1697652000-1697659200@adirondackfolkschool.org
SUMMARY:Open Forge Night
DESCRIPTION:Interested in blacksmithing but unsure how to start? Open Forge Night is the place for you! Every third Wednesday of the month during our blacksmithing season\, come see demonstrations by expert blacksmith Steve Gurzler. Observing the demonstration is free and open to the public. If you want to try your hand at blacksmithing there is a $20 fee to cover the cost of materials. Safety precautions must be followed – including hard shoes with no open toes\, long pants\, goggles (supplied) and gloves (supplied).
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/open-forge-night-21/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Open-Forge-Night.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T160111
CREATED:20221214T224321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T224321Z
UID:10001770-1697878800-1697904000@adirondackfolkschool.org
SUMMARY:Forging a Kitchen Knife
DESCRIPTION:In this three-day class students will create a hand forged high carbon steel kitchen knife with a wood handle. Forging\, grinding\, and sharpening skills will be covered.
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/forging-a-kitchen-knife/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231022T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231022T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T160111
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SUMMARY:Forging a Kitchen Knife
DESCRIPTION:In this three-day class students will create a hand forged high carbon steel kitchen knife with a wood handle. Forging\, grinding\, and sharpening skills will be covered.
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/forging-a-kitchen-knife-2/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Kitchen-Knife_Mace-Vitale.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231023T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231023T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T160111
CREATED:20221214T224322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T224322Z
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SUMMARY:Forging a Kitchen Knife
DESCRIPTION:In this three-day class students will create a hand forged high carbon steel kitchen knife with a wood handle. Forging\, grinding\, and sharpening skills will be covered.
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/forging-a-kitchen-knife-3/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Kitchen-Knife_Mace-Vitale.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T170000
DTSTAMP:20260526T160111
CREATED:20221214T225306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T225306Z
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SUMMARY:Blacksmithing 101: Nail & Hook
DESCRIPTION:This 4-hour class is ideal for the beginner blacksmith with little to no experience. We will start with the basics\, and within the first hour students will be forging their own nails. From there\, students will forge hooks with a decorative twist.
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/blacksmithing-101-nail-hook-6/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231029T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231029T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T160111
CREATED:20221214T224450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T224450Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to Toolmaking: Chisel or Punch
DESCRIPTION:Blacksmiths have always made their own tools and it’s a skill every smith should know. This class will work with carbon steel to make a punch or chisel that will be hardened at the working end and soft at the striking end. Each student will leave with a usable tool and the understanding of how to create more. The details of metallurgy and hardening will be discussed in depth.
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/intro-to-toolmaking-chisel-or-punch-2/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231101T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231101T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T160111
CREATED:20230627T185600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T185600Z
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SUMMARY:Open Forge Night
DESCRIPTION:Interested in blacksmithing but unsure how to start? Open Forge Night is the place for you! Every third Wednesday of the month during our blacksmithing season\, come see demonstrations by expert blacksmith Steve Gurzler. Observing the demonstration is free and open to the public. If you want to try your hand at blacksmithing there is a $20 fee to cover the cost of materials. Safety precautions must be followed – including hard shoes with no open toes\, long pants\, goggles (supplied) and gloves (supplied).
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/open-forge-night-22/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Open-Forge-Night.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T160111
CREATED:20231207T194222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231207T194222Z
UID:10002163-1708538400-1708545600@adirondackfolkschool.org
SUMMARY:Open Forge Night
DESCRIPTION:Interested in blacksmithing but unsure how to start? Open Forge Night is the place for you! Every third Wednesday of the month during our blacksmithing season\, come see demonstrations by expert blacksmith Steve Gurzler. Observing the demonstration is free and open to the public. If you want to try your hand at blacksmithing there is a $20 fee to cover the cost of materials. Safety precautions must be followed – including hard shoes with no open toes\, long pants\, goggles (supplied) and gloves (supplied).
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/open-forge-night-23/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Open-Forge-Night.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T160111
CREATED:20231221T230140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T230140Z
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SUMMARY:Blacksmithing 101: Forging Basics & Making Hooks
DESCRIPTION:This 4-hour class is ideal for the beginner blacksmith with little to no experience. We’ll explore basic techniques first\, then move on to forging hooks with a decorative twist. ABANA
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/blacksmithing-101-forging-basics-making-hooks/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Birch-Container-Dona-Nazarenko.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240310T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240310T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T160111
CREATED:20231221T230740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T230740Z
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SUMMARY:Woodworker's Holdfast
DESCRIPTION:Forge a simple holdfast from a steel rod. A holdfast utilizes a workbench hole (or anvil pritchel hole) to secure a workpiece. A holdfast has the advantage over a clamp in that it has a longer reach and can be quickly repositioned. If you have a workbench or anvil hole you’d like to use\, bring its measurement to class.
URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/event/woodworkers-holdfast/
LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Woodworkers-Holdfast-Arnie-Barsky.jpg
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