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Woodworking Basics: An Introduction to the Craft | 2026 Fall Term

Woodworking Basics: An Introduction to the Craft | 2026 Fall Term

Wed Sep 16 - Wed Oct 21 2026

Tuition: $360
Instructor: Erik Mortensen
Location: Vashon Island High School, Room 1105

Class Level: Beginner (prerequisite for intermediate woodworking courses)
Age Range: 14-Adult (students under 18 must register with a parent/guardian also taking the class)

Start Date: Sept 16
End Date: Oct 21
Day(s) of Week: Wednesdays
Time: 6:15-8:45 pm

Registration Deadline: Sept 14

Tuition includes $50 materials/lab fee.

Build a step stool and your woodworking confidence in this hands-on introductory course. Learn essential woodworking techniques and gain practical experience with safe machine tool operation, laying a solid foundation for future projects and classes.techniques and gain practical experience with safe machine tool operation, laying a solid foundation for future projects and classes.

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