Build your very own ski bench for tuning up your boards. This DIY wonder is simple to make and super functional. You’ll be waxing your skis like a pro when you’re done. Class ends with a XC ski-waxing demo presented by local ski technician.

Tuesday, December 3rd
5:30-8:30pm

$100 (includes all materials)
Ages 12+

Are you interested in learning how your home’s wiring works? This is the class for you! We’ll learn the basics of circuit theory, different types of wiring, safe working conditions, troubleshooting, and some easy repairs. You’ll leave knowing how to replace an outlet, change a light fixture, add a dimmer switch and much more! Taught by Jared Wolf

Tuesday, January 14th
5:30-8pm

$80
Ages 15+

Get a glimpse of what’s inside your walls! You will learn the basics of wall framing, an essential skill for anyone interested in home improvement. In this class, we’ll talk through the theory of structural wall framing, and get to know the tools and techniques that go along with it. We’ll each frame a small wall, and stand them up together! Taught by Jared Wolf

Monday, January 20th
5:30-8:30pm

$80
Ages 15+

Have you attended a class at Gorge MakerSpace, or do you have reliable skills already? Then you can come to Open Shop!

If you don’t yet have the skills to work independently in the shop, book a class first!

Every Wednesday
5:30-8:30pm

$30 per session
Flexible pricing, details in registration
Ages 18+

Let’s keep those old tools humming! In this class we’ll take apart some two-cycle engines (common in your mowers, chainsaws, and weedwhackers) and learn the basics of how to repair, tune and maintain them in tip-top shape. Taught by Jared Wolf

Ages 15+

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A natural follow-up to the Wall Framing class — we’ll cover the basics of roof structures, how to build them, and various options for roofing. We’ll go over the tools and concepts, and build some examples to learn the techniques.

Ages 18+

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Learn to care for your bike! We’ll talk through basic repairs, as well as tuning your brakes, chain and derailleurs. Bring your own bike or tinker on one of ours.

Ages 12+

This class is complete, contact us for future classes like this one.