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Take a Cut at Self-Reliance
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the basics of six essential power saws: chainsaw, table saw, compound miter saw, jigsaw, sawzall, and skill saw. With a focus on safety, technique, and practical applications, you’ll leave hankering to take on cool projects at home. This beginner-friendly session emphasizes skill-building in a supportive, fun environment.
When: We’ll schedule this workshop again when we get at least 3 pre-registrants.
Location: Hardenbrook Hardwoods, 2122 SW Deerhound Ave #7, Redmond
Price: $125 (+ $15 supply fee)
Get First in Line! Pre-Register!
Pre-registration is free; we only charge your credit card when we're ready to schedule (and you say ok). When 3 people pre-register, we'll set up the next workshop with your input on dates!
WORKSHOP CONTENT
Saw Safety Savvy
Saw Safety Savvy
Saw Safety Savvy
Learn the essential safety protocols and handling techniques for six types of power saws. You will choose three saws to get more practical experience handling and cutting. You will gain confidence and useful skills to tackle your next project.
Blade Learner
Saw Safety Savvy
Saw Safety Savvy
Changing blades might sound intimidating, but we’ll make it second nature. You’ll learn maintenance tips to keep your saws running smooth and safe.
Confident Cuts
Saw Safety Savvy
Confident Cuts
With guided feedback from an experienced handyperson, you’ll practice handling saws so you’re ready to hit the ground running (or sawing).
WORKSHOP LEADER
Christy Tice
Christy is the founder of Handymandy:Major Help for Minor Jobs, a business born from her love of fixing, troubleshooting, and building. Her passion for hands-on work especially with wood was sparked early in life while helping her dad repair and restore instruments in his stringed instrument shop. That experience gave her a deep appreciation for tools, craftsmanship, and creative problem-solving, aka “MacGyvery,” as she likes to call it. Christy also shares her skills at DIY Cave, a local makerspace, and is a fixer at Repair Cafes. Her warm, encouraging approach makes her a favorite collaborator for anyone curious about learning to repair, build, or tinker.
PARTNERS
Handymandy
Woman-owned home repair business providing major help for minor jobs. handymandybend.com
Hardenbrook Hardwoods
Hardenbrook Hardwoods is a Redmond gem specializing in fine wood and craftsmanship. We’re thrilled to host this workshop in their inspiring, sawdust-scented space. Check them out at hardenbrookhardwoods.com.
MEMBERSHIP
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What should I wear?
You must wear clothes that are safe for a shop - Closed-toed shoes, nothing dangling, long denim or sturdy pants, and put your hair up.
What should I bring?
We supply all the tools. Bring eye and ear protection, and work gloves. If you are sensitive to sawdust, bring a mask.
Can I attend with my kid?
We are working with power tools, so 16+ mature teens are welcome.
Is there food?
Bring your own snack and water.
What is School of Ranch?
School of Ranch is a Central Oregon based 501c3 nonprofit. We hire skilled community members to teach practical and artisan skills. Our mission is to educate, help grow the small businesses of our workshop leaders, and to create common ground for people regardless of politics, age, background or belief.
