Tool Spotlight: Router (Making a Template and Why They Are Important)

Sat Feb 08 2025 at 08:00 am to 01:00 pm UTC-08:00

The Old Globe Technical Center | San Diego

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Learn the importance of templates and safe router use in woodworking. Hands-on class, limited to 8 people. Feb 8 at the OGT Tech Center.
About this Event

Spotlight on Tools: Mastering the Router
Join us on Saturday, Feb 8, from 8 AM to 1 PM at the Old Globe Tech Center (5335 Market Street) for a focused workshop on the versatile router. Designed for woodworking enthusiasts, this hands-on class offers an in-depth exploration of router techniques, jigs, and precision tool use.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Router Mastery: Set up, use, and safely operate a router with various types of bits.
  • Jig Creation: Design and build two jigs to enhance accuracy and repeatability in your projects.
  • Project Layout: Develop precision measuring skills using a tape measure for effective project planning.
  • Tool Proficiency: Safely operate a pneumatic narrow crown stapler for clean and efficient assembly.

Hands-On Project:
By the end of the session, you’ll have created a three-tiered cupcake holder that showcases the skills and techniques you've learned.

What to Bring:
To participate, please bring the following tools:

  • A standard tape measure (imperial measurements, not metric)
  • Diagonal cutter pliers
  • A hammer

Class Size and Details:
This class is limited to 8 participants, ensuring personalized instruction and ample practice time.

*This class is a second offering of Making a Template and Why It Matters. If you attended that class in December then please DO NOT sign up for this class.

PLEASE NOTE:

  • The learner must have worked a call from the referral hall, worked under a collective bargaining agreement, or be a current member of IATSE Local 122.
  • This is an in person class.
    This class has limited attendance and all attendees must have a reservation; therefore, it will be treated like a job call.
  • If you are unable to attend, please cancel your ticket or email [email protected].
  • Tardiness and/or No-Call-No-Show will be reported to the IATSE Local 122 Compliance Committee.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Old Globe Technical Center, 5335 Market Street, San Diego, United States

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