# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Beginning Blacksmithing with Mike Hoops
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 24 Oct, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat, 24 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Learn the fundamentals of Blacksmithing by making a J Hook with Mike Hoop of Coal Township Forge. Class will be hosted at Federal Valley Resource Center in Stewart, Ohio.

The students will learn about hand forging techniques such as bending, twisting and drawing out steel and the operation of a propane forge.

Registration is required as workshop space is limited to ensure high quality instruction. This workshop is offered on the sliding scale of $75-$300, due upon registration via the link below. No one will be turned away due to lack of funds and folks may request scholarships by emailing livingtraditionsathens@gmail.com


Coal Township Forge is a one-man blacksmith shop run by Mike Hoops from New Straitsville, Ohio. Mike has been Blacksmithing for 11 years and learned from Brian Brazeal. He specializes in crafting hand-forged tools and custom items, while also sharing his passion by teaching others the art of blacksmithing.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/stewart/beginning-blacksmithing-with-mike-hoops/200030820881559
- **Event Categories**: workshops, art, fine-arts
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 48

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Stewart
- **state**: OH
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Federal Valley Resource Center
- **lat**: 39.307675232972
- **long**: -81.896263545744
- **full address**: Federal Valley Resource Center, 20853 School Rd, Stewart, OH 45778, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Beginning Blacksmithing with Mike Hoops being held?
  - **A:** Beginning Blacksmithing with Mike Hoops takes place on Sat, 24 Oct, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Sat, 24 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Federal Valley Resource Center, 20853 School Rd, Stewart, OH 45778, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Beginning Blacksmithing with Mike Hoops?
  - **A:** Beginning Blacksmithing with Mike Hoops is organized by Living Traditions.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Beginning Blacksmithing with Mike Hoops 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 Stewart, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Beginning Blacksmithing with Mike Hoops sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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