need wood turner for a demonstration

[crokett]

My parents own a small heritage farm. They are having a farm day on April 24th. My dad asked about doing turning demonstrations. It will be a little sketchy for me. We have our house under contract so my shop is getting packed up. It wouldn't cost you anything and there would be space to display items for sale. My dad's place is in Hillsborough NC. If you are interested PM me. I will most likely be there at least to hang out. He has a HF lathe or you could bring one. When you aren't turning you could also play in the forge...

 

[golfdad]

Hey David. How big is this farm day event?....what kind of turnout do the usually have?

 

[crokett]

It's a 2 day event, Saturday and Sunday, They have a few hundred at the very least.

I was just reminded that I can't do it, that's the weekend of my wife's cousin's wedding.

 

[Michael Mathews]

It must be April 25 and 26 if it's Sat and Sun. I have a small Jet lathe that's very portable. I might be able to be there to demonstrate! I'm not the best turner there ever was, but I can make chips and dust and roundy roundy thingys! I also have some logs in my driveway that I'd like to get removed. Maybe I can prep some of them and bring them along! I'm on the north end of chapel hill so not too far from Hillsborough. Maybe 5 or 6 miles to center of town.

 

[golfdad]

Was thinking maybe an Outreach event ...one of the days anyway

 

[Michael Mathews]

Yes, great idea! Outreach event...!

 

[KenOfCary]

What is the mix of people attending? Kids, adults, what? Would some hands-on - learn to turn projects be appropriate instead of just demos? Lot's of questions. Light sabers for the kids - we still have lots of supplies for that.

 

[crokett]

Kids and adults. Their farm is part of a tour of small farms in the area. So they get people coming through all day. A few hundred is probably on the low side of an estimate. A hands-on would be great. I know my dad will have the forge open for anyone who wants to try it. Unfortunately I won't be there, I will be at a wedding. To be honest, I'd much rather be at the farm.

 

[Michael Mathews]

sounds like a good outreach opportunity. we should have some light saber parts ready to go for when that ambitious child steps up!

 

[Michael Mathews]

Turns out I'll be driving to Atlanta on Sunday. So, I should be available on Saturday only.

 

[Mike Davis]

I have to be here that weekend. Hope the outreach crew can help out.

 

[golfdad]

David we would love to set up an Outreach event with your group. Please PM me if you are still interested

 

[Michael Mathews]

I haven't heard any more about this event. Is it happening or not? I'm about 5 miles from downtown Hillsborough. I should be able to be there next Saturday, but can't be there Sunday.

 

[KenOfCary]

I can also do Saturday once we nail down the time.

 

[Michael Mathews]

A few days away and still no idea what's going on! Hello? Is it happening or not??

 

[Mike Davis]

Seems like there are not enough volunteers for the Outreach trailer to make a showing.

Is there a lathe onsite? Mine is too big to move and requires 220V.

 

[Mike Davis]

I have worked it out with the farm owner and I will be there both days.

 

[Michael Mathews]

So you are it! Do you have help?

 

[Mike Davis]

You can come too if you like. There is room for two in the shop.

 

[Michael Mathews]

So I might just come by for a bit. BUT....what I've been trying to say is I have no clue when or where this event is going on. Must be all the messaging was in PMs.