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Timber Frame Workshop


  • Ecoforestry Institute Society 2929 Crane Road Ladysmith, BC, V9G 1C8 Canada (map)

📅 1st - 4th of May , 2025
💰 $850 per person | 👥 Max 8 participants
** Time to be confirmed **

In this timber framing course, you’ll delve into the traditional art of timber framing. We’ll employ the time-honored square rule method, dating back to the early 1800s, to precisely lay out timbers. Learn proper hand tool and power tool usage and hone your skills by helping to build a sugar shack for on-farm maple syrup production. Witness expert demonstrations on essential joinery techniques, including mortise and tenons, braces, and Japanese/Chinese techniques.

The 3-day workshop also includes a tour of the local ecoforest on May 2nd and Sloyd experience available for children of attendees for an additional $50 per child.

Under the Oak Farm Presents

Micheal Hollihn
A renowned expert in sustainable forestry and timber farming. With a background in soil erosion and alternative logging, he dedicated his career to preserving forests and promoting traditional building techniques. His expertise spans across North America, Europe, and Asia. He currently manages Blue Earth Forest Farm and Prana Timber Frames.

To reserve a spot contact:
undertheoakfarmbc@gmail.com or 403-969-7205

Earlier Event: April 20
Public Tour
Later Event: May 18
Public Tour