# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Intro to Wood Carving
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 12:00 pm
- **Event Description**: We are so excited to partner with Dustin Clayton with Pottawattamie Conservation to bring an introduction to wood carving workshop to the orchard! 

In this two-hour program, participants will learn to create beautiful items using wood from Ditmars Orchard. We will cover the basics of using a carving knife safely and effectively. Topics covered will include:

• Woodland ecology and sustainable harvest practices
• How to choose the right wood and tools for your project
• Safety with edged tools
• Tips and techniques for successful carving 


•About Dustin•
Dustin Clayton is a naturalist with Pottawattamie Conservation and a lifelong student of the natural world. He has been a carver of various materials for over 25 years. Dustin very much enjoys helping people connect with the natural world through the practice of traditional craft skills, such as carving.

Please register online: https://www.ditmarsorchard.com/event-details/intro-to-wood-carving

***For everyone's safety & peace of mind, please wait to drink any wine, hard cider, or beer until after class. Thank you for understanding!***
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/council-bluffs/intro-to-wood-carving/200030280504826
- **Event Categories**: workshops, virtual
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 29

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Council Bluffs
- **state**: IA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 19475 225th St, Council Bluffs, IA, United States, Iowa 51503
- **lat**: 41.29637
- **long**: -95.7651
- **full address**: 19475 225th St, Council Bluffs, IA, United States, Iowa 51503

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Intro to Wood Carving being held?
  - **A:** Intro to Wood Carving takes place on Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 12:00 pm at 19475 225th St, Council Bluffs, IA, United States, Iowa 51503.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Intro to Wood Carving?
  - **A:** Intro to Wood Carving is organized by Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Intro to Wood Carving 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 Council Bluffs, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Intro to Wood Carving sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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