This offering is currently full. Please contact us if you’d like to add your name to a waitlist…
Time & Location:
Oct 02, 2024, 7:30 AM – Oct 06, 2024, 5:00 PM
Star Hill Timberworks, Ellsworth, WI 54011, USA
About the Event:
Master the art of timber framing in our immersive 5-day class! Learn and apply square rule methods to construct a small, beautiful timber-framed structure. Benefit from expert guidance, hands-on construction, and a comprehensive understanding of timber framing principles. Work with quality materials and join a supportive learning environment.
Classes are held at our heated shop in Ellsworth, Wisconsin. When the the weather permits, we also like to work outside under cover. Ellsworth, is 30 minutes south of Hudson, Wisconsin and about an hour southeast of Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota..
Framing Chisel 1 1/2" or 2" - If needed, you can reserve your Star Hill chisel ($170) via the checkout process; your chisel will be available the first day of class.
Sturdy works shoes (we like protected toes)
Ear Plugs
Safety Glasses
Gloves
Dust Mask (optional)
Primitive camping and lunch daily is included with the course fee. If you have dietary restriction, let us know. Students have access to a grill, outdoor shower, outhouse, refrigerator, an eight foot fire ring, and plenty of space to spread out and relax. Normally, once or twice during the week we burn a big fire, cook some brats, and drink a cold one.
If you prefer the hotel or VRBO option, Red Wing, Minnesota is 11 miles away with plenty of accommodations.
Class Fee = $1250.
A $600 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your spot, the remainder is due the 1st day of the class.
Ticket Types (Select when you checkout)
Class Only ($1250) - $600 nonrefundable deposit, $650 due on the 1st day of the class
Class + Star Hill Chisel ($1420) - $600 nonrefundable deposit, $820 due on the 1st day of the class
Class + Kit ($2000) - $600 nonrefundable deposit, $1400 due on on the 1st day of the class
Link to Mortise Master User Guide
Link to class Agenda
Star Hill Essentials Kit ($850, discounted to $750 for students). Reserve your Star Hill Essentials Kit via the checkout process. Your kit will be available the first day of the workshop.
This Exclusive kit is only available at Star Hill events. The kit includes the following:
Mortise and Tenon Master Layout Tool (over 30 Functions)
Framer's Friend (Edge Referenced Layout Tool)
Star Hill Forged 1.5" Socket Chisel
Star Hill Forged 2" Socket Chisel
Japanese "Baby Beast" Pull Saw
Japanese "The Beast" Pull Saw
“Big Boy” Tool Bag 24"
Cancelation Policy — Deposit is Non-Refundable
You will be redirected to the Star Hill Timberworks website and register directly through their site, be sure to let them know you found out about the class through the “Driftess Folk School” at checkout!
This offering is currently full. Please contact us if you’d like to add your name to a waitlist…
Timber Frame Structure For Sale!
Interested in purchasing the timber frame structure from one of these classes?
Contact us to learn more!
EMAIL: registrar@driftlessfolkschool.org
CALL/TEXT: 608-284-8524