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Kick Sled Building: Push and Glide

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Course Overview

Follow the tracks of generations of northern folks and take advantage of snow-covered roads, sidewalks, and trails by crafting a kick sled of birch wood this winter. Learn both basic and advanced woodworking skills—from laminating wood for making runners to shaping a customized handlebar used for steering, you will walk (or glide) away from this course with some carpentry know-how as well as a sled. Both hand tools and power tools will be used during the project. Up to two people may participate for the base tuition, so it’s a great family project. Students ages 8+ are welcome to participate with a full paying adult. A completed sled measures 72”L x 16”W x 36”H, but collapses for easy transport. With gloved hands, grip the handlebars, push, and glide! Give your friend a ride or add an exciting element to your dog walking routine this winter on your new, handcrafted sled.

Required Tools

  • Tape measure

Optional Tools

  • Eye protection (provided, but you may wish to bring your own for comfort and fit)
  • Ear protection (provided, but you may wish to bring your own for comfort and fit)
  • 6" square

Dates

Fri, Dec 6th, 2019  –  Sun, Dec 8th, 2019

Course Details

Skill Levels: Beginner to Advanced
Hours: Day 1: 5pm-8pm; Days 2 & 3: 9am-5pm
Intergenerational age: 8+
Tuition: $490.00
Materials fee: $290.00

Required

You will need the following tools for this class:

  • tape measure
  • 6" square
  • eye protection

Optional Tools

  • ear protection

More Information

Once registered, students will receive a confirmation email with further class information. Please call us if you haven't received it within 24 hours.

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Meet the Instructor

North House Folk School photo of instructor, Randy Schnobrich
Randy Schnobrich
Grand Marais, MN

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Kick Sled Building: Push and Glide - 12/6/2019