Instructor: Dick Rohrbaugh

Prerequisite: Core Tool Certification Class

Every successful project begins with properly milled wood.  There just is no way around it.  In this class we will cover wood characteristics, movement issues, grain difficulties and tear out problems, all of which affect the quality of the milling process.  We will begin with rough lumber and take it through the entire milling process in order to produce stock that is straight, flat, square and ready to use in any project. Materials will be provided. 

You must have the following Personal Protection Equipment (PPE):

• ANSI Z87.1 rated safety glasses if using the machine room.
• N95 or better dust mask.  These are generally optional but may be required by the Shop Attendant if they determine the air quality will require it. 
• Hearing protection 

Students should bring these items: pencil, combination square, and tape measure.

Check out the Guild Scholarship Program to see if you qualify for the various scholarship we offer.

Please register online and remit payment at once. Your registration is not complete without payment.

Review Shop Safety and Covid Information.

• Have your COVID vaccination on file in the shop computer. If not, email it to carol.boyd@guildoforegonwoodworkers.org within 3 days of the class or your registration will be canceled.

• Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are implementing additional safety requirements for those using the shop. Before you arrive for your scheduled session, please ensure the following:

  o   You are in good health and not living with anyone who is ill with COVID-19 or experiencing symptoms of a respiratory infection.  

  o   You are following the CDC guidelines if you have tested positive for COVID-19 or have been exposed to someone who has tested positive for COVID-19.

  o   You have a face covering without an exhaust valve. This must cover your nose, mouth, and chin and is to be worn at all times. The Guild does have some for sale at the shop but we recommend you bring your own.

  With the high transmissibility of the disease, please do not eat in the bench room (you’d have to take off your mask).   If you take a drink, please replace your mask once you have taken a drink.

• Thank you for helping to keep our community healthy.