Blacksmithing meets cutlery and weaponry in this beginner class where students focus on making knives through a hand-forging process. Handle included. A labor-intensive, hands-on class with at least one project, taught by Forged in Fire Champion Chris Farrell. Materials provided.

Taught at the Village Smithy from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  The class may run long.

Students should wear a cotton or other natural-fiber shirt (long sleeves optional), long pants or jeans, and work boots or close-toed shoes. Students should bring safety glasses and optionally hearing protection.

Bring a bottle of water and a sack lunch. All classes include a 30-minute break for lunch. Gourmet sandwiches, chips and drinks are available for purchase in the General Store.

PRIOR COMPLETION OF BASIC BLACKSMITHING IS NOT REQUIRED. Class is designed for students ages 18 and older. Students aged 15-17 years old may enroll so long as a parent or legal guardian signs the attendance release form at the beginning of the class. No exceptions.

ENROLLMENT OF ALL STUDENTS MUST BE COMPLETED AT LEAST ONE WEEK BEFORE CLASS DATE. All enrollments are subject to availability.

Important notice: No refunds are allowed once the enrollment fee is received. Students who cannot attend a class for whatever reason may reschedule once, on a space-available basis.