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About this event
**This is a 2-day event. Febraury 22nd 2pm-5pm and February 23rd 2pm-5pm**
Class Description:
Introduction to Wood Shop is a two-part course on the essentials of a functional woodshop and general woodworking. This course includes an overview of woodworking techniques, safe tool operation, and maintenance and will culminate in hands-on experience with shop tools while participants work through select projects. No experience is necessary. You do not need to be an IFL member to take this class.
Topics Covered:
- General Safety and Hazards
- Head, Eyes, Nose, Mouth, Ears, Hands, Feet
General Wood Processing
- Cross Cut, Rip Cut, Plane / Surface, Joint, Sand, Drive/Drill, Route/Mould/Shape
Safe Tool Use
- Manual Hand Tools (Miter Saw, Hand Saw, Chisel, Screw Driver, Hammer)
- Automatic Hand Tools (Circular Saw, Drill, Palm Sander, Jigsaw, Router)
- Large Machinery (Table Saw, Chop Saw, Drill Press, Band Saw, Shaper, Belt Sanders)
What to Bring:
Your gloves and a water bottle.
Cost:
$160 total for two sessions.
Materials Required:
None. Materials are included in the class price.
Prerequisites:
16 years of age and over, please.
Instructor Bio:
Nick Slobodian is an IFL member and has worked for over 10 years as a builder, forester, sawyer, and agroforestry specialist. His vision is to build a sustainable forest products business that fosters growth not only in the forest but also in the communities that live within them.
Check out Nick's website to learn more about his endeavors.
Here are some more in-depth directions for finding our unit in the Wrigley Building. https://santacruz.ideafablabs.com/directions/
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Idea Fab Labs Santa Cruz, 2801 Mission Street, Santa Cruz, United States
USD 172.57
