He also works as a trainer of historic interpreters for museums and living history programs. The shop combines traditional and modern equipment. The main forge is coal fired with electric blower. A second portable forge, either coal or firing propane, will also be used. There will be one anvil per student, all basic tools and safety equipment will be provided.
Equipment includes oxy-propane torches, drill press, grinding and polishing machinery.
As well there is a fully equipped fine metals studio available. A note on dates. Normally courses are held on the same weekends each year - so next year's dates will be close to those listed below. This is a 18 hour program that stresses a hands on approach. Only 4 students per session, each with their own work station, means close personal attention.