Bow Making Class

In this 3 day intensive program we will focus on the ancient art of bow-making.  Participants will learn to craft a self-bow out of a single piece of wood using traditional tools. Students will make a bow string and assemble their own arrow. Topic covered are harvesting, seasoning, bow design and layout, tool usage, tillering, finish work and shooting. This is an excellent program for those interested in traditional archery and hunting.

Dates: February 18-20 2012

Times: 8am-5pm each day

Ages: 18+, no experience necessary

Location: Montague, MA.  Indoors.

Tuition: $375 includes all tools and materials. Non-refundable deposit of $200 required to reserve your spot.

Registration Deadline: January 18, 2012. Program limited to 5 participants.

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Neill helped me make my first bow. I couldn’t believe that it started out as a section of a log and wound up as something that I’ll always treasure. He was able to guide me along the entire process, always offering great advice and showing me new techniques. I guess you could say he inspired me, because I decided to make two more bows this past summer, and I am planning on continuing making them as my new favorite hobby. Basically, he’s just an awesome guy and one of the best teachers I have ever had. -Lee Richter