Bushwhacker Forge

03/11/2026

Learn the art of blacksmithing at Surry Community College! 🔨🔥 Step into the heat and hammer your way into the world of traditional craftsmanship with this immersive beginner blacksmithing course. No prior experience is necessary! The minimum age requirement is 16.

With this all-new blacksmithing course, students will:
✅ Master fire control and hammering techniques
✅ Work with steel and understand basic metallurgy
✅ Use traditional tools like anvils, tongs, and punches
✅ Complete hands-on projects
✅ Explore finishing methods

📆 March 14 - April 4; Saturdays
🕒 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
📍 The Yadkin Center
💵 $86

🔗 Register now! https://workforce.surry.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=2797616

03/11/2026

The spring class is now full! We have a summer class coming in June. Hurry and register for the summer before it fills up!

03/03/2026

ANNOUNCEMENT!!!!! We have now officially set the dates for a summer basic blacksmithing class!!!! As soon as I get the green light to make them public I will post them here along with the cost. If you have e any questions about the spring or summer class feel free to contact me either by phone, text, or email and I will answer them. I am currently trying to get the college to offer 2 more classes that focus on monosteel blades amd one on Damascus steel, both canister and layered. However the college said they will require the basic blacksmithing class to be completed prior to the level 2 and level 3 classes.

03/03/2026

This will be the last reminder about the upcoming class at SCC Yadkinville campus for the spring semester. We have 2 spots left before this class is full.

02/26/2026

I just wanted to repost the link for the class. Most seats are filled so register so you can join in the fun.

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Step into the heat and hammer your way into the world of traditional craftsmanship with this immersive beginner blacksmithing course. Whether you're a curious lobbyist or an aspiring artisan, this hands-on experience will guide you through the essential skills, tools, and techniques of the blacksmit...

02/21/2026

Lord willing we will have the forge equipment at SCC completed and ready for class next weekend. If you are interested in taking the class hurry and register because they are only a few slots open. The price is 70 for the class plus 15 for materials. There is not a forge around that will give you 24 hrs of hands on training at the price the college is. The average class at a forge runs 250 and up for a 4 hr class. I will post some pics of the college forge when it is completed. All that will be missing is you!

02/20/2026

Ive been working at the college today and we are getting closer to having the class set up!. We will be ready and are looking forward to the first day! If you haven't registered you need to go to SCC home page and register or use the link I posted. There is a limited number of spots for the class and several people have already registered.

02/15/2026

The setup for the class in a few weeks is going great! We have most of the equipment in, just waiting on a couple more forges, and I spent yesterday at the college setting up the SCC forge. I plan to have everything totally setup and ready this week. The first class will be a blast! It is always fun to be there first to use new equipment and start getting it broke in. I have several projects planned for each Saturday, so you will have the opportunity to make several things each Saturday. Just bring your swinging arm and plenty of energy! It will be fun but you will be a little tired after each session.

02/15/2026

Another update on the Blacksmithing class. We will be doing the safety briefing the first morning instead of the week before. The college decided it would make it easier on the attendees, which I agree with. I look forward to seeing you in a few weeks at the class!

02/15/2026

We want to give an update on the Blacksmithing class at SCC. The registration page says you will make 2 items to bring home. I just want to let everyone know you will be making more than 2 items to make and take home. You will make at least 1 item a day in class to take home. I have about 3 items a day. However, how many you get to will depend on each individual. On the last Saturday being the exception. We will only be making 1 item that day, but it will take the longest to finish. Im not going to say what we will be making. All I will say is it is one of my favorite things to forge and amd also one of our biggest sellers. The class has very limited space so make sure yoi register soon if you are interested.

02/12/2026

Here is the link to the course registration through the college.

Step into the heat and hammer your way into the world of traditional craftsmanship with this immersive beginner blacksmithing course. Whether you're a curious lobbyist or an aspiring artisan, this hands-on experience will guide you through the essential skills, tools, and techniques of the blacksmit...