Prerequisite: Basic Blacksmithing: Core Skills or previous blacksmithing experience.

Join renowned blacksmith Mark Ling for an engaging hands-on class where you’ll forge a custom tomahawk-style ax. Learn foundational techniques like punching and drifting to shape your ax head, all under Mark’s expert guidance. Perfect for beginners and intermediate smiths alike, this class offers a unique opportunity to explore traditional blacksmithing methods and leave with a fully functional tomahawk you’ve crafted yourself.

Taught in our Village Smithy on selected dates from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (8 hours) Materials provided. Class enrollment is limited and will sell out quickly so be sure to reserve your spot early. Enrollment must be completed at least one week before class date. All enrollments are subject to availability.

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.

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. Youths ages 12-14 may enroll if a parent or legal guardian enrolls in and takes the class with the younger student. No exceptions.

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, but must notify us in writing before the class begins at info@pioneerfarms.org. No exceptions.