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SUMMARY:New Agrarian School Workshop - Forging from the Natural World with Jeffrey Funk
DESCRIPTION:One could argue that all art and craft has its origin in the natural world around us. Inspiration from nature is part of the human experience\, and the craft of blacksmithing is uniquely poised to translate impressions from nature into objects of both function and whimsy. In this class we will begin at the source\, studying details and forms around us\, and using the forge to bring these ideas into the world in iron. All of the basic techniques of blacksmithing will be used\, including drawing\, upsetting\, punching\, fire welding\, etc. We will aim to conceive our work without reference to what has been made before\, but rather simply joining the natural world to the repertoire of techniques we have to interpret it.
URL:https://blacksmith.org/event/new-agrarian-school-workshop-forging-from-the-natural-world-with-jeffrey-funk/
LOCATION:New Agrarian School\, 990 McCaffery Rd\, Big Fork\, MT\, 59911\, United States
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SUMMARY:New Agrarian School Workshop - Tools for Farm and Garden with Jeffrey Funk
DESCRIPTION:In what has become a foundational workshop for this school\, here we will indulge in the design\, forging\, and heat treating of all manner of hand tools for use in the garden or small farm. Here we can make tools of the highest quality\, exactly as we want them\, and disregard the pile of poorly designed and made tools served up by twenty first century industrial production.  We will study good tools of the past\, along with some creative modern offerings.  Participants can expect to make trowels\, hoes of various types\, gardening “adzes”\, possibly forks for the ambitious\, as well as special tools of their design.  Basic metallurgy for this type of tools will be covered\, along with heat treating and finishing.  Expect to take home\, in addition to the new skills you learn\, a nice selection of beautiful and functional tools for use in growing food. \nBeginning students admitted with permission of instructor
URL:https://blacksmith.org/event/new-agrarian-school-workshop-tools-for-farm-and-garden-with-jeffrey-funk/
LOCATION:New Agrarian School\, 990 McCaffery Rd\, Big Fork\, MT\, 59911\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250725T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250729T170000
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SUMMARY:New Agrarian School Workshop - Zen and the Art of Hammer Swinging with Peter Braspenninx
DESCRIPTION:This class will focus on the question why. Why in concept\, and why in process. Through instructor led assignments we will cover a variety of techniques and design methods to ask the question\, why are you doing that?  To find the most direct way to construct and articulate our ideas. \nWe will be using hand forging techniques with power hammer assistance. Primarily coal forge work for the options it allows in process. \nThis class is structured so that there will be time for a final project/exploratory forging at the end of the week.  So that\, based on the information presented\, we can apply the lessons to a design of your own voice. \nBring your ideas\, an open mind\, and a sketchbook. Let’s forge around\, and find out. Forgewelding basics up to more advanced methods.
URL:https://blacksmith.org/event/new-agrarian-school-workshop-zen-and-the-art-of-hammer-swinging-with-peter-braspenninx/
LOCATION:New Agrarian School\, 990 McCaffery Rd\, Big Fork\, MT\, 59911\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250726
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250728
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SUMMARY:Hammer Jam!
DESCRIPTION:Time to put summer things in your collective minds and calendars\, mostly calendars. HAMMER JAM! What is a Hammer Jam one might ask (well at least one)?  The last weekend of July (26th/27th)\, come to Scio\, Oregon for a Hammer-in… but wait… and a JAM AND BREAD MAKING-in. Dan will host the hammer-in\, Lisa will host bread making (including grinding grains) and jam making. Camping is available\, a swimming hole\, sharing of foods\, and some sort of blacksmithing video for the evening’s “entertainment.” The “Great Oregon Steam Up” is that weekend and the following and just up I-5\, so make it a weekend. We ask no dogs or children; our dogs are plenty for us to wrangle. Contact Dan Partin (dustbunnyforge@gmail.com) or Lisa (awence@yahoo.com) or find us on the Instagram (gunterhausfrau or didimos_farm)
URL:https://blacksmith.org/event/hammer-jam/
LOCATION:MT
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250728T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250801T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T081825
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SUMMARY:New Agrarian School Workshop - Blacksmithing with Mark Aspery
DESCRIPTION:Come and join us for a week with the prolific and well- known teacher\, Mark Aspery.  Mark has been a force in blacksmithing education for many years throughout the West\, and in this class he will build on the ABANA national curriculum to cover an array of essential techniques.  “Forge welding\, punching and drifting\, tool-making all feature strongly in this class\, with gnashing of teeth\, frustration and sharp intakes of breath well represented.”  Don’t miss this rare opportunity to study with Mark here in Montana. \nBeginning students admitted with permission of instructor
URL:https://blacksmith.org/event/new-agrarian-school-workshop-blacksmithing-with-mark-aspery/
LOCATION:New Agrarian School\, 990 McCaffery Rd\, Big Fork\, MT\, 59911\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250804T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250815T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T081825
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T055803Z
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SUMMARY:New Agrarian School Workshop - Utensil Forging: Design and Refine with Anna Koplik
DESCRIPTION:Throughout this workshop\, students will learn to make their own functional and decorative spoons\, spatulas\, and more with a focus on refinement\, design\, and delicate forging. The class will cover the basics of forging\, forming\, bending\, and file work to make single piece steel and iron utensils. Students will be encouraged to push themselves on accurate forging and explore their own unique details and designs. Class will start with demos and projects\, aiming to build technique and introduce process. Then class will expand to encourage more independent designing and challenge precise forging skills. This class is great for those new to blacksmithing or for people with prior experience who want to build their forging accuracy and design skills. Come learn to make your own unique hand-forged utensils in a fun\, enthusiastic\, and inclusive environment!
URL:https://blacksmith.org/event/new-agrarian-school-workshop-utensil-forging-design-and-refine-with-anna-koplik/
LOCATION:New Agrarian School\, 990 McCaffery Rd\, Big Fork\, MT\, 59911\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250816T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250816T160000
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SUMMARY:Mentoring Center Event: Derek Lanhart - Fundamentals of Blacksmithing
DESCRIPTION:Mentoring Center Event: Derek Lanhart \nTopic: Fundamental techniques for the beginner \nAll participants at the sessions are asked to contribute $20 to assist with the supplies for the session and MC operations. The Registration Table will be open to process New and Renewing Members immediately prior to the start of the demonstrations. \n 
URL:https://blacksmith.org/event/mentoring-center-event-derek-lanhart-2/
LOCATION:Mentoring Center\, 1900 7th Avenue\, Longview\, WA\, 98632\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250818T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250822T170000
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SUMMARY:New Agrarian School Workshop - American Axes with Jeffrey Funk
DESCRIPTION:This class will explore the history\, design\, forging\, and use of axes for felling timber and working wood. Before the advent of the chainsaw spelled the end of the axe as a primary tool for felling trees in America\, this ancient tool reached its most effective forms for use by both the woodsman and the carpenter. We will focus on good geometry and metallurgy to create tools that are both beautiful and practical. A variety of forms will be demonstrated including a folded wrought iron single bitted axe\, a classic Northwest style double bitted axe from one piece\, and a single bitted axe forged from one piece. Students can expect to finish three axes (or more for ambitious participants). If time allows\, finished axes can be hung on handles made here from hickory blanks.
URL:https://blacksmith.org/event/new-agrarian-school-workshop-american-axes-with-jeffrey-funk/
LOCATION:New Agrarian School\, 990 McCaffery Rd\, Big Fork\, MT\, 59911\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251003T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251005T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T081825
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SUMMARY:Swaptoberfest 2025
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar! Swaptoberfest 2025 will be held from October 3rd through the 5th at the Cowlitz County Fairgrounds. \nMore details to come soon!
URL:https://blacksmith.org/event/swaptoberfest-2025/
LOCATION:Cowlitz County Fair\, 1900 7th Ave\, Longview\, WA\, 98632\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260410
DTSTAMP:20260425T081825
CREATED:20251212T053542Z
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SUMMARY:John Winer - 3-day Workshop
DESCRIPTION:John Winer will be holding a 3-day long workshop from April 7th through April 9th at the NWBA Mentoring Center just before the Spring Conference. Each day will be 8 solid hours of hands on instruction. The cost for all three days is $500 for members and $550 for non-members (membership in the NWBA is $60/year). Skill level required is intermediate with some power hammer experience preferred. \nThis workshop is limited to six students total to ensure maximum hands-on benefit\, \nLocal experts Peter Clark and Mark Manley will be on hand at the NWBA Mentoring Center to assist students as well during the workshop. \nAlso available is a one-day audit of the workshop for $35 on Thursday\, April 9th\, 2026. This will be available to NWBA members only on Thursday (the last day of the workshop). Participants of the audit will be allowed to spend the day viewing the workshop from the bleachers in the Mentoring Center. John will interact with the audience off and on throughout the day. Audit tickets can be purchased at the door. \nCamping will also be available onsite at the Cowlitz County Fairgrounds for $20 per day. \nThe John Winer workshop is full. Please contact nwbainfo@gmail.com to be put on a waiting list.
URL:https://blacksmith.org/event/john-winer-3-day-workshop/
LOCATION:Mentoring Center\, 1900 7th Avenue\, Longview\, WA\, 98632\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260410
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260413
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SUMMARY:NWBA Spring Conference - Longview
DESCRIPTION:NWBA Spring Conference 2026 is happening April 10th through April 12 at the Cowlitz County Fairgrounds/Event Center – NWBA Mentoring Center located at 1900 7th Ave\, Longview\, WA 98632. \nConferences demonstrators this year are John Winer and  Lisa Geertsen with Dave Lisch as Sunday’s Hot Tips Demonstrator. We’ll also have hands-on workshop demonstrations throughout the weekend from Dan Bowyer\, Joey Guerra\, and Paul Thorne. \nMore details here: https://blacksmith.org/spring-conference-2026/
URL:https://blacksmith.org/event/nwba-spring-conference-longview/
LOCATION:Mentoring Center\, 1900 7th Avenue\, Longview\, WA\, 98632\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261111T080000
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SUMMARY:2026 ABANA National Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 ABANA National Conference will be held in Bentonville\, Arkansas
URL:https://blacksmith.org/event/2026-abana-national-conference/
LOCATION:MT
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