Join us for an immersive, 6-class blacksmithing series where you'll master the art of forging essential campfire cooking tools. Designed for beginners and those looking to refine their skills, this series will guide you through the creation of a complete set of handmade campfire gear, culminating in a hands-on cooking day using the tools you've crafted.

Class 1: Fire Poker — Kick off your journey by learning the fundamentals of blacksmithing. You'll start by forging a fire poker while gaining essential skills in fire starting, hammering techniques, and basic tool shaping.

Class 2: S-Hooks & Hot Dog Roaster — Build on your new skills by creating versatile S-hooks and a custom hot dog roaster. This class focuses on refining your hammer control and introduces key blacksmithing techniques.

Class 3: Campfire Tripod — Forge a sturdy, collapsible campfire tripod or spit, perfect for hanging pots and kettles over the fire. This project will challenge your ability to work with larger metal pieces and create a functional and transportable cooking setup.

Class 4: Flint & Steel — Learn the basics of working with carbon steel and the principles of heat treating as you forge your own fire steel. You’ll also master the ancient skill of starting a fire with flint and steel, adding a practical survival skill to your blacksmithing repertoire.

Class 5: Portable Grill — Create a break-apart portable grill, an essential tool for any camping trip. This project challenges you to combine previous techniques to make a durable, functional, and transportable cooking surface.

Class 6: Campfire Cooking Day — Put your new tools to the test in a fun and rewarding campfire cooking day. You'll start your own fire and prepare a delicious meal using the fire poker, S-hooks, tripod, and grill you forged throughout the series. The menu includes campfire coffee & tea, grilled zucchini, Frito-pies and s'mores. Students are welcome to bring their family for this final class, but please note that family members will need to provide their own food for the meal.

Class Schedule:

• February Fridays (February 7 - March 14, 2025) — Classes will start at 10 a.m. and end at 3:30 p.m., with a 30-minute break.

• Spring Break in Austin (March 17 - 22, 2025) — Classes will start at 10 a.m. and end at 3:30 p.m., with a 30-minute break.

• September Mondays (September 1 - October 6, 2025) — Classes will start at 8 a.m. and end at 1:30 p,m., with a 30-minute break.

Student Eligibility: 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.

Enrollment Details: Enrollment is required no less than a week before the 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, if the same class is offered again.