He knew Klaassen only by reputation and as a novice whittler, Davis wanted some experienced help and advice. And Klaassen is glad he did. In January, the group began meeting in the Boltin Center on Wednesdays from 1 to 4 p.m. There are no rules, no bylaws, no attendance requirements and no dues. Sawdust and wood chips fly, and whoever wants to show up and whittle does so.
Advice is free, and the company is good.
Green remembers watching his grandfather turn a solid block of wood into a box with little balls rolling around inside of it. He accomplished it all with the help of a single pocket knife. The same could be said for Green. While others in the group stick mostly to birds, Green likes variety. These guys are perfectionists, I'm not.