Axe Handle workshop

A two day Axe handle and handling course where you will learn to design and fit an Ash handle to a hatchet/foresters axe head

You will learn how to sharpen your new tool and make a sheath for it out of leather.

an axe head is provided on the course.

On the final day we go through how to safely use an Axe and cover some safe handling techniques.

Course Content

-Axe anatomy

-Axe handle design and efficiency

-Carving Ash handles with traditional hand tools such as spokeshaves, planes and rasps.

-Fitting a new handle to the Axe head

-Finishing the new handle

-Sharpening your Axe

-Making a leather sheath and belt loop

-Safe Axe use and different techniques

Workshop Info

Provided on the workshop:

An Axe head
Tuition
Ash wood
All the tools needed
Food and drinks
Workshop space

Duration, Food and Drink:

Provided on the workshop:

· Saturday: 9.00 start. Lunch at 13.00. Finish workshop day at 17.00 Dinner at 19.00·

Sunday: 9.00 start. Lunch at 13.00. finish workshop day at 17.00

Accommodation:

Provided on the workshop:

Accommodation:

The Derby Arms
Moss Howe Farm Campsite
CARA’s a luxurious space in the Lake District - Houses for Rent in Witherslack, England, United Kingdom - Airbnb

Accommodation will need to be booked in advanced by you as it is separate to the price of the workshop;

this campsite is at the same location as the workshop and will be ideal for staying at for the duration of your paddle making: https://mosshowefarm.co.uk/

To bring:

Accommodation:

Small Backpack
Notepad, pencils, rubber
Thin working gloves if new to carving
Water bottle
Torch and spare batteries
Small first aid kit, including plasters, and any personal medication
Wash kit and towel, biodegradable soap
Knife, fork and spoon
Mug, bowl & plate

Clothing:

To bring:

Clothing:

Outdoor clothing and plenty of layers even in the summer to suit all weather from cold to hot, wet to dry.
Please wear walking boots for both protection in the workshop and walking in the surrounding area.
Swim suit for optional swimming in the surrounding area or a sauna at the Damson Dene if it is open

Axe Handle workshop

Course Content

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