Thursday, July 23, 2026Early Arrival
Those guests traveling from afar and camping at the festival may arrive Thursday to set up camp and settle in. We kindly ask that you arrive between 4:00 PM and 8:00 PM so we can direct you to the camping area with sufficient light.
Check-In4:00pm - 8:00pm
Casual Dinner
6:00pm
Day One - Friday, July 24, 2026Hands on Friday
There will be two concurrent workshops in the morning and two after lunch. Attend two of the four that interest you most. As most workshops provide practice materials we ask that you participate fully in each of your two selections.
Check-In7:30am
Morning Workshops Begin8:30am
Catered Lunch12:00pm - 1:00pm
Afternoon Workshops Begin1:00pm
Brick Oven Pizza Dinner6:00pm
Evening Program7:00pm
Day Two - Saturday, July 25, 2026Workshops & Presentations
In-depth workshops and presentations by masters of the craft. Designated areas to discuss, try and troubleshoot tools plus the vibrant planing practice tent!
Check-In7:30am
Presentations Begin8:00am
Catered Lunch12:00pm
Presentations Resume1:00pm
Barbeque Bonfire Party6:00pm
Day Three - Sunday, July 26, 2026Festival & Competition
Morning talk followed by traditional log splitting, hewing, and wood preparation demonstration for all. An afternoon featuring a planing competition!
Check-In7:00am
Morning Presentation8:00am
Group Activity – Log to Timber: Split, Hew, Adze, Yari ganna10:00am
Planing Practice and Qualification Begins10:00am
Food Truck Lunch11:00am - 1:00pm
Hand Plane Shaving Competition Finals1:00pm
Award and Closing Ceremonies3:15pm