Bow Making Basics 
Making your first Self Bow 
Undeniably one of the most esteemed skills in the world of self reliance is the ability to make and use a Bow and Arrow. Making a bow that can propel a sharp object once greatly improved one's ability to protect and provide for themselves. It's a bridge from merely surviving to thriving. The ability to successfully produce a bow is one more building block in the creation of a self sufficient and confident individual.  

During your Beginner Bowyer class, we'll cover some basic skills and techniques then you'll spend the day carving, rasping, and sanding your bow from a raw stave of material wild crafted from the local landscape. 

Come with nothing, leave with a viable bow and the skills and knowledge to continue in your bow making journey.*see note below in red for details. 
Dates TBA
$125.00 each
*there is a registration fee which will add about $6.00 to your total at the time of registration
Ages 15+ 
*under 18 participants must be accompanied by a registered adult.  
*Class will be held in Winona, MN-location tbd
The Experience:
  • Learn how to inspect bow staves and select one to begin your bow making process.
  • Learn and practice primitive wood working techniques such as batoning, carving, rasping and sanding with hand tools and primitive stone tools.
  • Utilize these techniques to shape your stave into a usable bow. 
  • Check curve of your bow's limbs for consistency. 
  • Develop your archery skills with primitive and modern bows.
  • If patient, diligent, and lucky, shoot your own bow.