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Spoon Carving

£85
​10:00 - 15:30

Tutor: Jonathan Huet
Hot drinks included
saturday 19th august 2023
​sold out
join the waiting list
Another whittling course we offer with this tutor in September is Unwind in the Woods

​"Very good knowledgeable and experienced instructor."

​"Fantastic relaxed course. I would highly recommend to anyone wishing to dabble in greenwood whittling."

   This course:

  • Promotes traditional skills​​
  • Uses natural sustainable materials​
  • Supports our wellbeing


​ABOUT THE COURSE

Learn how to carve a spoon, spatula and butter knife on this wood carving course in the Hampshire South Downs. Our tutor, Jonathan Huet, will teach you how to use a knife, saw, crook knife and axe to whittle items from locally harvested green wood. 

THE COURSE WILL GIVE YOU

  • Skills to use a knife, saw, crook knife and axe safely for wood carving
  • Confidence to carve your own spoon, spatula and butter knife
  • Knowledge of how to maintain green woodwork tools

THIS COURSE IS SUITABLE FOR

Beginners and people wishing to improve their green woodwork skills.

WHAT TO BRING/WEAR

  • Packed lunch and snacks, alternatively food can be purchased from the Beech Café.
  • Warm outdoor clothes. The course will take place in our outdoor Woodland Classroom.
  • Fingerless gloves would be useful on the April course

ABOUT THE TUTOR

​Jonathon Huet is a woodsman, naturalist and bushcraft instructor.  He has extensive experience of running outdoor courses and of working with a range of people for a variety of reasons.  From those with learning difficulties who may be wishing to improve confidence and attention, to those simply wishing to learn a new skill or strengthen a team, Jonathon’s knowledge and teaching style is appreciated by all.  Jonathon is a dynamic, creative, professional storyteller and speaker who has Teacher Training in Bushcraft, and holds qualifications in Woodcraft and Expedition Leadership.
​www.walkwithtrees.com

Check Out Accommodation 

You can get 10% discount when you stay with us during your course for 2 nights or more in our campsite or eco lodge. Please call us on 01730 823166 to make your accommodation booking. Our reception is open Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm.


  

Earthworks Trust & Earthworks Foundation

​The Sustainability Centre is owned and operated by ​The Earthworks Trust (Charity No.1079866).
Our trading company is Earthworks Foundation. All profits go to support our charity The Earthworks Trust.


​Charity Number ​​ 1079866

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​Droxford Road,
East Meon, Hants
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      • Craft and Upcycling Courses >
        • Fabric Baskets Course
        • Natural Cosmetics Workshop
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      • Wood Craft Courses >
        • Advanced Knife Skills
        • Pendant Carving Course
        • Spoon Carving Course
        • Trug Making Course
        • Woodworking Skills for Women Course
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        • Oval Willow Basket Course
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        • Forest School Taster Day
        • Supporting Children through Anxiety and Trauma with Jon Cree
        • Therapeutic Storyworking with Jon Cree
      • Natural Wellbeing Courses >
        • Foraging, Fire and Folklore
        • Medicinal Herb Workshops
        • Nature Led Meditation
        • Women's Woodland Retreat
        • Unwind in the Woods
      • Sustainable Land Management Courses >
        • Coppicing Course
        • Hedgelaying Course
        • Wildflower Identification Workshop
        • Wildflower Meadows Course
        • Woodland Management
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      • Woodland Hall
      • Tree Bog
      • Wetherdown Lodge
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