Private lnstruction
4 Days
Join me for four days of one-on-one or private group instruction where you'll learn to craft a powerful, smooth shooting longbow or shortbow with simple hand tools. This option is perfect for those who desire to attend a workshop but have been held back by:
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-The nature of their work
-Busy or unpredictable schedules
-Media or privacy concerns
-Anxiousness in group settings
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If requested, we will protect your identity and privacy. You'll also have the option to sign our standard media release if you'd like us to take photos and make social media posts.
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Build nearly any selfbow you want:
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-English longbow
-Whitewood flatbow
-Osage hunting bow
-Native American historical replica
-Ancient European historical replica
We'll talk through the pros, cons, and processes of any all-wood bow design that calls to you; and you'll learn to craft it with guidance from a Master Bowyer.
With no shortage of time, you'll be encouraged to shape and refine your bow as meticulously as you'd like. If there's extra time on the fourth day, it can be spent learning the basics of arrow making, advanced marksmanship techniques, or "roving" target practice.
Curriculum:
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-Bowmaking basics
-Choosing your design
-Bow layout
-Roughing out a bow
-Heat corrections and alignment
-Tillering a bow
-Bow string making
-Long term bow care
-Comprehensive marksmanship
-Extracurriculars (time allowing)
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$2,500.00
(all-inclusive, no tax)
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Class is from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM CST over four days.
Military, Veterans, LEO, and First Responders will receive a $100 discount.
I like a relaxed shop environment but come prepared to work hard! It takes some physical exertion to turn a quartered log into a bow. You can expect to be standing on concrete for hours at a time and plenty of pulling/pushing with hand tools. Your bow wouldn't be as awesome if you didn't sweat for it, right?!
Must be age 19 or older to attend the class alone (sorry, Nebraska's rules).
Anyone under 19 must be accompanied by a parent. The parent does not need to buy an extra spot unless they also plan to build a bow, but will need to remain onsite while their son/daughter works regardless. Not recommended for anyone under age 15 due to the labor-intensive nature of the course.
You'll want to bring a pair of closed toe shoes to wear in the shop, and some shirts/pants you don't mind getting dirty.
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Amenities :
-Materials and tools provided.
-Big, delicious lunches provided.
(Breakfast/Dinner not provided)
-Coffee provided.
-High-speed WiFi.
-Shop has heat in winter.
-Shop has AC in summer.
-On-site shower available.
-On-site power is available.
-Free tent/car/overlander camping.
(No generators please)
-On-site fire pit.
-20 minutes from Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA).
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Travel & Lodging :
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Held in Plattsmouth, Nebraska.
You are responsible for travel expenses to and from the class. This includes any plane tickets, rental cars, fuel expenses, lodging (if not camping onsite), and food other than the provided lunches and snacks.
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If you prefer to stay in a motel or hotel, the class location is only 10 minutes away from Bellevue, Nebraska and 20 minutes away from Omaha, Nebraska. There are many hotels, motels, restaurants and grocery stores inside a 20-minute drive. I can provide more information about local accommodations once you've booked a class.
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Cancellations & Rescheduling :
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There is a $500 Non-Refundable Deposit to hold a date for one-on-one instruction or a private group.
Payment in full guarantees your reservation.
We understand some people who choose this option have unpredictable schedules, so your deposit is fully transferrable to another date of your choosing within the same calendar year.
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CLICK HERE to reach out and discuss dates. We will do our best to fit your schedule. Once you receive an invoice, the $500 Non-Refundable Deposit is required upfront to hold the date.