Orange County Blacksmith Guild
Introduction to Basic Blacksmithing First Saturday of the Month
13 years of age is our minimum in the shop.
We work with fire and hot metal, a safe environment is the first priority.
We burn coal in our forges, some smoke is part of the experience, if you have any respiratory issues this class may now be a good choice. Some of our students bring respirators or masks.
Anyone not able to drive themselves to the shop must be accompanied by an adult that will remain on site
4.5 hour Introductory Class begins at 8:30 sharp
Class includes:
History of blacksmithing
Overview of shop safety
Overview of materials and tools
How to work with the coal forge
Building and controlling a coal fire
Making a meat turner working at the forge
Our Introduction Class fills up quickly and is usually filled months out
Stop in early on a first Saturday of the month,
take a look at our shop,
Intro Spots are Scheduled
Email Caroline at [email protected]
We will get back to you with the next opening on the schedule
Bring:
Download a compressed copy of the introduction to bring to class,
or, we can provide one at an extra cost.
$75 non refundable class fee, check made to (Caroline Smith) or cash
Dress:
Cotton or wool clothing (no shorts) Full toe shoes, no open toe, canvas not recommended Hat or some sort of head covering Ear protection is recommended, but not required Safety Glasses (these can be purchased at any big box home store or local hardware) ( You must have side protection on these safety glasses)
We burn coal in our forges, some smoke is part of the experience, if you have any respiratory issues this class may not be a good choice. Some of our students bring respirators or masks.
We will provide the necessary tools
Please read rules and shop safety information at the bottom of our HOME page.
