My boyfriend and I recently did the Paddle-making Experience on the St. Croix and it was so much fun! Both of us were complete beginners, but we came out of the weekend with two beautiful canoe paddles and a lot of base knowledge on wood-working and hand tools. Phil and Maria were both so patient with us and such great instructors. In addition to the skill building and carving time, we also just had a blast! It was such a beautiful setting to be learning a new craft while camping in the woods a

I took Sheer Craft’s Beer and Boats course at Summit Brewing and it was an absolute pleasure. Phil and Maria managed the time and students very well, despite working in a taproom full of patrons. Maria and Phil provide a perfect learning atmosphere, setting you up for success and providing pointers without being overbearing or leaving you to fend for yourself. You’ll learn not just the “how?” but the “why?” of every step along the way. And if you make a mistake, these two are always prepared wi

I had the most amazing time taking the canoe paddle building class with my husband this weekend for his birthday! It turned out to be such a special experience and a wonderful way to spend quality time together. As a complete beginner, I was a bit apprehensive about my ability to participate, but this class was incredibly beginner-friendly. I learned so many valuable techniques, including how to use a spokeshave, hand planer, chisel, and file—and I even ended up creating a beautiful, functional