# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Art & Craft of Axes - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 07 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 am – Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: The Art & Craft of Axes 6 Days: Monday - Saturday, Sept 7-12, 2026, 8 AM - 5 PM Tuition: $1,250.00 Ages: 16 & Up Instructor: Ethan Higgins of Roof Jumper Timber Frames Instructional Delivery Method(s): In person Prerequisites: None Program Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced Program Description: Step back in time and immerse yourself in the art and craft of axe work in this 6-day immersive course. The Art & Craft of Axes is designed for anyone interested in learning the history, anatomy, and practical use of one of the most essential tools in woodworking and timber processing. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced woodsman, this hands-on course will equip you with the skills to handle an axe with confidence and precision. The course begins with a classroom session exploring the history, patterns, and functions of different axe types, giving you an understanding of their utility and historical significance. You’ll then craft your own custom axe handle and learn how to hang (fit) an axe head, ensuring a properly balanced tool. Once equipped with your axe, the real work begins. Over the next several days, you’ll develop key splitting, chopping, timber felling, and log bucking techniques. You’ll also hew round logs into square timbers using a broad axe, a foundational skill in traditional timber framing and log construction. By the end of this course, the axe will feel like a natural extension of your hands, giving you the confidence to tackle a wide range of traditional woodworking and forestry tasks. All tools and wood are provided, but students may bring their own axes. If you have an old axe that needs re-hanging, bring it along for a hands-on restoration experience! Learning Objectives: Understand the history and evolution of the axe, including various patterns and their specific uses. Learn what to look for when selecting an axe, including balance, weight, and edge geometry. Make an axe handle and properly hang an axe head to optimize control and performance. Develop safe and efficient axe-swinging techniques for cutting, splitting, and chopping. Master timber felling using only an axe, with a focus on precision and technique. Gain hands-on experience hewing round logs into square timbers with a broad axe. By the end of this 6-day experience, you’ll not only have a deep appreciation for the axe as a woodworking tool, but you’ll also walk away with the practical skills to use it effectively for a lifetime. Attendance Requirements: Students must attend all days Location: Sam Beauford Woodshop, 1375 N. Main St, Building 41, Adrian, Michigan 49221 Class Size: Maximum 10 students If you have any questions about this class, please contact the Administrative Office at (517) 759-3070 or email admissions@sbwi.edu. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/adrian/the-art-and-craft-of-axes/200030235762824 - **Event Categories**: workshops, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 5 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Adrian - **state**: MI - **country**: United States - **location**: 1375 N. Main St #41, Adrian, MI, United States, Michigan 49221 - **lat**: 41.91364 - **long**: -84.02597 - **full address**: 1375 N. Main St #41, Adrian, MI, United States, Michigan 49221 ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Art & Craft of Axes - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/4151cbdebad0af76e0f3249e814e60a02a6aab34a4e0e1b56a6b7db2b92c71b4-rimg-w960-h720-dcc0a58f-gmir?v=1785184923 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Art & Craft of Axes being held? - **A:** The Art & Craft of Axes takes place on Mon, 07 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm at 1375 N. Main St #41, Adrian, MI, United States, Michigan 49221. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Art & Craft of Axes? - **A:** The Art & Craft of Axes is organized by Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Art & Craft of Axes is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Adrian, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If The Art & Craft of Axes sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "The Art & Craft of Axes", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/4151cbdebad0af76e0f3249e814e60a02a6aab34a4e0e1b56a6b7db2b92c71b4-rimg-w960-h720-dcc0a58f-gmir?v=1785184923", "startDate": "2026-09-07T08:00:00-04:00", "endDate": "2026-09-12T17:00:00-04:00", "url": "https://allevents.in/adrian/the-art-and-craft-of-axes/200030235762824", "eventStatus": "https://schema.org/EventScheduled", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "1375 N. 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