Instructor - Bob Hungerman
Assistant Instructor - Jim Crusse
Overall Course Fee: $200
Description - BS101 Beginner Blacksmithing is a 2-day weekend course designed to teach the basics of blacksmithing. The student will learn how to start and control a fire in a coal forge, hammer control, using the anvil to draw, out, bend, twist and upset steel.
The student will learn to forge a fish tail scroll, pig tail scroll, tab hook, drive hook, forge poker, water can handle, and other selected projects as time permits. Throughout the class, emphasis will be on safety and hammer control. Discussions will include where to acquire tools, steel and literature for the blacksmith of today. The student will make several items to take home from the class.
Registration Options - You can call 410-386-3881, or email Karen Jones at ksjones@carrollcountymd.gov, or you can register in person at the Farm Museum (M – Th 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) You must confirm space is available in the class with Karen before payment can be made. Full payment is made to the Carroll County Farm Museum by either cash, check or credit card and is required to confirm your registration and space in the class. All classes are limited to 8 students. There must be a minimum of 4 students registered to hold a class.
Required Essentials - You will need to bring safety glasses, lunch, and wear *non-synthetic clothing. Natural fiber long pants, short or long-sleeved shirts, closed-toed shoes (preferably leather) that can get dirty are required. All other tools and equipment are provided. However, if you have a favorite hammer, ear protection, or other appropriate tools you are welcome to bring them. SAFETY CLASSES MUST BE WORN IN THE FORGE AREA AT ALL TIMES.
*Synthetic materials can melt and cause severe burns.