November 7th, 2026 Beginners Wood Carving

Presented by Outaouais Wood Carvers

1 day course Saturday Nov. 7th, 2026 10:00 AM to 3.00 PM

Nepean Creative Arts Center, 35 Stafford Road, Unit 7, Ottawa

OWC member Bob Gander will guide participants through carving a small gnome.

A range of club tools will be available for participants use on the day of the course. Participants are encouraged to bring along their own carving tools, if applicable.

A sturdy, cut resistant glove, for your non-dominant hand is essential for course participation. These can be bought at a hardware or wood working

                                                                                       store.

Fee:

OWC member $ 30

Non-member $ 60 (includes a reduced $30 annual membership fee)

Cancellation refunds given only with 4 days’ notice of the course, by Nov. 3rd, 2026

Registration and payment are required in advance. First come, first served 😉

Registration deadline is, Nov. 2nd, 2026

Maximum 8 participants. Note: a minimum of 4 participants are required to run this workshop.

Participants aged 14-17 inclusive must be accompanied by parent for the duration of the class.

To Register: Send e-transfer to owctreasurer8@gmail.com be sure to include your name, email address, phone #(s) and name of class in the comment section of the e-transfer.

Or

send message to owctreasurer8@gmail.com link, Include your name, email address, phone # (s) and name of class

send cheque made out to Outaouais Wood Carvers

c/o 2141 Beaumont Rd

Ottawa ON K1H 5V2

Or pay in person at our monthly club meeting or weekly carving clutch

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Note: Participants will be required to sign the following waiver.

Paper copies will be supplied at the course.

I, _____________________, certify that I am over 18 years of age and intend to participate in Outaouais Wood Carvers workshop “______________________” on ______________________

I, _______parent’s name______, certify that I am the parent accompanying a participant of “Introduction to Carving” on ______________aged 14-17, ____Student’s name____, and agree to the following statement.

I am aware of the inherent risks and dangers involved in this activity & agree to assume these risks & release Outaouais Wood Carvers from liability arising from participation in this workshop. I agree that I/he/she will follow the instructions of those conducting the workshop & will abide by the safety rules articulated.

Signature: _______________________________________ Date: __________