Class begins at 8:30 a.m. the Blacksmithing Shop, a short level walk from Holt Lodge. Evening activities begin at 6:30 p.m. in the Holt Lodge first floor meeting room.
At the Lakeview Dining Hall, 7:30-8:30 a.m., our breakfast offers choices such as eggs, sausage, bacon, hot and cold cereals, fruit, yogurt, milk, coffee, tea, water.
Blacksmithing-Around the House-There comes a time in the life of every Blacksmith when they need or want to make gifts for family or friends. This entertaining class will allow students, based on their skill level to come up with that perfect gift. Item possibilities include candle sticks, cooking utensils, plant hangers, decorative hooks, coat racks, fireplace tools or tools themselves! Learn the fundamentals of blacksmithing while making your gift or expand your knowledge with advanced skills. This class is perfect for the beginning student to advanced students..Around the House! - The Instructor will begin with student introductions; then proceed to instructional lecture and demonstration forge preparation and maintenance. Designs will be available for several items and the Instructor will then work with students to select their design and materials to begin their projects.
Served at Lake View dining hall from 12:00-1:00 p.m.. For the noon meal your choices will include soup, salads, sandwiches, fruit and perhaps a homemade treat.
Returning to Blacksmith Shop, we will restart the forges and continue work on our projects under the instructors guidance.
Served in Lake View dining hall from 5:00-6:00 p.m..
Evening activities will begin at 6:30 p.m. with students meeting in the Holt Lodge first floor meeting room to get on a bus for a short trip into downtown Ripley where we will go to the Historic Alpine Theatre for a lecture on the history and revitalization of the Alpine followed by a Classic Movie. Popcorn will be served.
