Make a Wooden Flute – January 13, 2024

Learn how to craft a custom wooden flute with instructor Charlie Prokop, president of the Minnesota Woodturners Association. Students will learn how a flute works, is constructed, and some history of flutes around the world. They will receive materials and instruction on how to make a flute.

Your instructor will provide the following materials:

• 2 prepared wooden flute blanks
• files
• sandpaper
• wooden dowels
• “birds”
• strapping
• wooden plug
• assorted other items needed

Students should bring the following materials:

• cordless drill
• 3 drill bits: 1/8”, 3/16”, and 1/4”Safety
• Safety Googles
• Gloves
• If your class is scheduled over a lunch hour, we highly recommend you bring a lunch or click here to learn about local eating opportunities in the area.

It’s also recommended that students download this app: Pano Tuner on Google Play

Age Requirement
Students ages 18 and older are welcome to attend this class.

Skill Level
This is an intermediate-level class. Students should have a basic understanding of a hand drill, files, measuring and shaping wood.

Location Details
Marine Mills Folk School
550 Pine St., Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047

Cost Details
Tuition: $40
Materials Fee: $60
Total Cost: $100

NOTE: Be aware we may cancel class if a minimum number of registrations is not reached. We work to balance a teacher’s need to plan for a class with students’ busy schedules — not an easy task. Please register as early as possible!

If interested, you can find our cancellation policy here.