Dave English Posted December 3, 2008 Share Posted December 3, 2008 I've had about two years of experiance in blacksmithing. I'm taking classes at the Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum in Vista, California, where we enjoy about fifteen forges and anvils. I had a couple of classes at the Grape Day Park in Escondido, but gave it up for the larger Vista site. I may yet join them too because of all the old-timers there. My start in blacksmithing came about when I was doing a wood carving demonstration at Heritage Park in Oceanside, right near the San Louis Rey Mission, when I noticed that there was an empty blacksmith shop, so I talked my way into being the blacksmith. I get in there only once in a while, but when it's open, I'm there. I get school groups coming by once a year, 4th-6th graders, and with my background in prospecting I can entertain and inform the kids about blacksmithing, mining in California and our local gems in Pala. I've published twice in the slick b&w newsletter/magazine for the California Blacksmith Asso., one story each in the last two bimonthy issues. I'm one working forge shy of working at home, I figure this economic downturn is a great time to learn the art of blacksmithing so I'll be ready for when things get better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironrosefarms Posted December 3, 2008 Share Posted December 3, 2008 Welcome to IFI Dave, looks like you will fit right in with all of us... Look forward to seeing you around the forums James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Browne Posted December 3, 2008 Share Posted December 3, 2008 Welcome to IFI Dave. Looks like you are well and truely off and running so I look forward to your input to the site :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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