# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Coal Forge Blacksmithing Project Shop: Fire Poker
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Join blacksmithing instructor Lee Meilleur from Chicago Avenue Fire Arts Center for a one-day blacksmithing workshop at Dodge’s forge at Shepard Farm! 

Transform a piece of raw metal into an artistic yet functional fire poker for your fireplace or fire pit. You’ll learn about traditional methods and equipment, including the coal forge, hammer, tongs, and anvil. To create your custom hand-forged piece, you’ll practice essential skills: taper, bend, twist, forge weld, and collar. 

Open to beginners, though some forging experience will be helpful. All materials and consumables included in class cost.

Age: Adults 18+
Cost: $140
Register online: https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/coal-forge-blacksmithing-project-shop-fire-poker
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cottage-grove/coal-forge-blacksmithing-project-shop-fire-poker/200030310461233
- **Event Categories**: workshops, art, virtual
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 32

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Cottage Grove
- **state**: MN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 8946 70th St S, Cottage Grove, MN 55016-1334, United States
- **lat**: 44.84822
- **long**: -92.92414
- **full address**: 8946 70th St S, Cottage Grove, MN 55016-1334, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Coal Forge Blacksmithing Project Shop: Fire Poker being held?
  - **A:** Coal Forge Blacksmithing Project Shop: Fire Poker takes place on Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm at 8946 70th St S, Cottage Grove, MN 55016-1334, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Coal Forge Blacksmithing Project Shop: Fire Poker?
  - **A:** Coal Forge Blacksmithing Project Shop: Fire Poker is organized by Dodge Nature Center.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Coal Forge Blacksmithing Project Shop: Fire Poker 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 Cottage Grove, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Coal Forge Blacksmithing Project Shop: Fire Poker sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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