The Farm & Forest Institute will be offering a series of workshops and classes that are designed for participants ages 12-15. We are pleased to share them here!
“I gained knowledge about how to do things safely and precisely. I also learned how to use a variety of tools to do all sorts of cool things with wood.”
–Summer 2026 Youth Workshop participant
Forest Woodcraft Youth Workshop is an immersive 3-day class for youths ages 12-15. It is an introduction to the longstanding tradition of green woodworking: working wood fresh from the tree using simple hand tools. No electricity or big machines required– just some patience, focus, and creativity! Participants learn how to select trees responsibly, fell them safely, process them into manageable pieces, read the grain, and shape green wood into functional objects. Instruction focuses on the tools, tool sharpening, and many of the techniques used in green woodwork with an emphasis on safety, efficiency, and respect for the material.
