THE SCYTHE, A BRIEF INTRO TO MANAGING GRASSLAND AND LANDSCAPE WITH THIS VERSATILE, EFFICIENT, AND ENJOYABLE TOOL
WITH KIKO DENZER
We’ll cover all the basics: safety, stance, stroke, sharpening, equipment strategies and choices (rakes, snaths, blades, stones, peening practices and equipment, resources), and basic grass management. Most of the class will be lecture, demo, and Q&A, but everyone will get a chance to swing a blade and try their hand at peening an edge. Please bring your own equipment if you have it!
Kiko's been mowing and managing with a scythe for a couple of decades now. He's never owned a gas mower, and dreams of a day when you never hear anything on Sunday mornings louder than laughter and the swish of a sharp blade thru grass.
Age Requirement: for adults and youth 15-17 if their parent is also registered for the class.
Location: Bald Hill Farm
Class Details
Tuition: $X
Materials fee: $X
Please note: you will be directed to a Square link to finalize your registration.
Students bring: your scythe and any associated kit that you might have (not required).
Accessibility note: basic hand strength helpful.
Need a scholarship to attend a class? We offer full and half tuition awards (scholarships do not apply to class materials fee). Email info@tarweedfolkschool.com to register.
Tarweed Folk School values increasing access to practical arts and place-based skills. Our goal is to make our classes accessible to anyone with an interest in learning. Please consider that our "pop up" style classrooms take place inside and outdoors with varying amenities (think of parking, seating, walking surfaces, and bathroom options, for example). We are happy to provide any information or answer any questions about accessibility or accommodations for any of our classes and locations. Please email us if you have comments, concerns, or questions.