A blacksmithing field day at Greenlands is coming up on the 30 April, 2022.
Stanthorpe eco expo team member Susan Heywood said the millenia-old skill uses the power of fire to bend and forge metals.
“In ancient villages, tools, armory, weapons, cutlery, gates and chain were most commonly made and repaired by the local blacksmith,” Susan said.
“Fortunately for us, this art has not been lost and local blacksmiths will be holding a presentation at Adrian and Esme Hobba’s property at 10 Banksia Lane, Greenlands, just west of Stanthorpe.”
She said to come along to the field day where attendees will see blacksmiths demonstrating tool-fixing and tool-making techniques using charcoal-fired forges.
“Enjoy watching the demonstration or you can even bring your own tools to be repaired, labelled with your name and phone number,” Susan said.
“If you need a handle replaced, let us know when you RSVP as Adrian will have available for purchase a range of Australian-made handles – there will also be
tools for sale.”
She said to help the day go smoothly, pizza will be available.
“Esme is kindly going to supply the pizza dough (not gluten-free) and tomato sauce,” Susan said.
“Please bring morning tea or lunch to share or pizza toppings.
“Bring your own cup, cutlery, plate and chair – tea and coffee will be provided.”
Furthermore, Susan said this field day is being organised by the Stanthorpe Eco Group, as part of the lead-up to the Eco Expo in September.
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Key details
When: Saturday 30 April, 9.30am to 3.00pm.
Where: Dragonweyr Nature Refuge, 10 Banksia Lane, Greenlands.
Directions: take the Texas Road out of Stanthorpe. Turn right into Elks Lane, then left into Spring Creek Road. Turn left into Sonego Lane then left again into Banksia Lane. Look for the Dragonweyr Nature Refuge sign on the gate.
RSVP: Please reply for catering purposes by text or phone call: 0457 812 962.
