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Brian Thorkildson

St. Paul, MN
North House Folk School photo of instructor, Brian Thorkildson

Brian found his passion for woodworking while pounding nails as a kid. Recently his pursuits include building furniture, wooden boats, and many of his own tools. He shares his enthusiasm for woodworking by teaching boatbuilding to youth and adults alike. He lives in Saint Paul with his partner Beth and their two kids, who now swing hammers of their own.

Current Courses Offered by Brian Thorkildson

Teaser image for Canoe vs. Kayak: An Intro to Skin-On-Frame Building

Canoe vs. Kayak: An Intro to Skin-On-Frame Building

The idea of building your own boat can seem like a daunting task. Where do you begin? There are…
Mon, Jun 24th, 2024  –  Sat, Jun 29th, 2024
9am-5pm each day

Past Courses Offered by Brian Thorkildson

A Canoe Built By You!

West Greenland Kayak Paddle

West Greenland Kayak Paddle: Make Your Own

West Greenland Skin-on-Frame Kayak: Build Your Own

West Greenland Skin-on-Frame Kayak: Build Your Own

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