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Timber Framing

Log to Timber: Building by Hand

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Course Overview

This course takes us back to a time when the building process was mostly human-powered. Starting with a stack of freshly cut logs we will use a combination of felling axes and broad axes to make square timber. For the smaller scantlings (smaller cross-sectioned timbers) we will re-saw some timbers using a two-man pit-saw. During the second part of the course, students will use traditional layout methods and techniques to work with hand-hewn timber. Hand tools are most suited to cut the joinery in this environment, and students will have an opportunity to try out axes, chisels and beam drills. The result will be a 12-foot by 12-foot square pavilion with magnificent tool marks showing off its truly hand-crafted nature.

Dates

Mon, May 13th, 2019  –  Tue, May 21st, 2019

Course Details

Length: 9 Days
Skill Levels: Beginner to Advanced
Hours: 9am-5pm
Tuition: $855.00

Required

You will need the following tools for this class:

  • carpenter's pencil
  • X-acto knife
  • clothing appropriate to work outdoors in spring weather- raincoats, sweaters, sunscreen, etc.

Optional Tools

Feel free to bring your favorite tools and whatever materials you might feel appropriate for this course.

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, Peter Henrikson
Peter Henrikson
Grand Marais, MN

Meet the Instructor

North House Folk School photo of instructor, Gerald David
Gerald David
Duluth, MN

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Log to Timber: Building by Hand - 5/13/2019