Join us for an engaging and hands-on workshop on the Basics of Hide Tanning at Ross Farm Museum. This workshop, hosted by Maggie Oickle from Maggie’s Way, will guide you through the essential steps of hide tanning. You will learn about the necessary tools and equipment, and receive a comprehensive walkthrough of the process, including fleshing, dehairing, various tanning methods, stretching, and smoking a hide.
Discover the importance of each step, gain valuable tips and tricks, and have all your questions answered.
Date: Wednesday, December 11th or Friday, December 13th
Location: Visitor Center, Ross Farm Museum
Time: 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Cost: $115
Schedule:
Morning Session: 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Meet and Greet (9:30 AM - 9:45 AM)
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Welcome participants
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Brief overview of the day’s agenda
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Tools and Equipment Overview (9:45 AM - 10:15 AM)
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Introduction to essential tools and equipment
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Fleshing: Techniques for removing flesh from the hide
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Dehairing: Methods for removing hair from the hide
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Tanning Methods: Overview of different tanning methods (brain, egg, vegetable, commercial)
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Stretching a Hide: Techniques for stretching the hide
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Smoking a Hide: Importance and methods of smoking a hide
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Step-by-Step Process Walkthrough (10:15 AM - 12:30 PM)
Lunch Break: 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Afternoon Session: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Tips and Tricks (1:30 PM - 2:30 PM)
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Practical advice and insider tips for successful hide tanning
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Q&A Session (2:30 PM - 3:30 PM)
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Open floor for participants to ask questions and discuss challenges
We look forward to seeing you there and helping you master the basics of hide tanning!