Welcome to the Woodshop: Make a Botanical Press (Intergenerational) – Saturday, October 18

Registration for this class opens to MMFS members on August 5th, and then to the general public on August 7th.

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In this intergenerational class, students will learn to use drills and handsaws safely to make a wooden botanical press for collecting leaves and flowers. We will learn about wood grain, hardwoods v.s. softwoods, and hardware. This inclusive class is ideal for nature lovers, children and grown-ups looking for something fun to do together, and people who are curious about, but intimidated, by woodworking.

Students will complete their leaf presses in class. If they finish with extra time, students can embellish their leaf press with woodburners (age dependent) or oil pastels, and can start collecting leaves in the School and Community Forest just outside the woodshop.

Your instructor will provide all tools and components for building the botanical press.

Students are asked to bring the following:

• Wear closed-toe shoes and clothing that you don’t mind getting dusty or dirty
• Water bottle and a snack if you would like

Age Requirements for this Intergenerational Class:

Students between the ages of 16 and 18 may attend without a parent/guardian in attendance as long as MMFS is provided with written parental permission. Email is okay.

Students between the ages of 3 and 16 may attend, but the student must attend with a parent or other caring adult.

Skill Level  

This is an intergenerational class for beginners. No previous tool experience is necessary, but attendees must be able to follow safety instructions. Adults attending with young children will be expected to support the learning of their little ones, e.g. helping to apply pressure to the drill, redirecting or taking breaks as needed, and will be given guidance from the instructor on using tools safely with children.

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

Cost Details
Tuition: $35 (age 16+), $20 (students under age 16, with an adult registration)
Material Fee: $5
Total Cost: $40 for ages 16+, $25 for students under 16 with adult registration

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.