Youth/Parent Blacksmith 101
1715 Hillburn Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504 (616) 735-6240
https://www.blandfordnaturecenter.org/events/youth-parent-blacksmith-101-3/?occurrence=2024-05-11
Contact: Sydney Quillian
Email: social@blandfordnaturecenter.org
Phone: (616) 735-6240
Parent and youth (12 years old and up) this class is for you! Join our experienced blacksmith in the forge to learn how fire, metal and a hammer come together to create a decorative spiral keychain! You will learn a few tricks of the trade in this introductory blacksmith class. Topics covered will include forge safety, tools, and fire building, and you will have an opportunity to work on a first project. No experience necessary! Blandford Nature Center will provide safety equipment, including gloves and ear and eye protection.
Pricing:
Member Adult: $90
Member Teen: $90
Non-Member Adult: $110
Non-Member Teen: $110
This program is only for ages 12 and up. Every registered teen must have a registered adult with them to participate.
Please Note: This program will be held indoors. It is also recommended to dress for the weather – our forge is inside an unheated, drafty building. Long shirts and pants and heavy duty, closed-toe shoes are also recommended for your safety. We suggest non-synthetic clothing for protection from sparks. If you do not have non-synthetic clothing, we can provide a leather apron. Please also bring a water bottle with you.