Presented by Outaouais Wood Carvers Sponsored by Flex-cut 1 day course Saturday December 6th, 2025, 10:00 AM to 3.30 PM Nepean Creative Arts Center, 35 Stafford Road, Unit 7, Ottawa Class now full Progression of the Snowman Tealight holder     OWC is pleased to offer this course taught by OWC member Colin Harwood. Colin has been a member the club since 1988 and has given an advanced course on carving an elaborate spoon. He has served on many OWC Executive positions and taken some courses. Join him as he walks us through carving this project. Target Audience:  Intermediate level carver Note:   The minimum number of participants required to run the course is 4 and maximum 10 A sturdy cut resistant glove for your non dominant hand is essential for the course. Bring your carving tools to the class. If you need some tools, the club will have a number of sets available for your use. Please bring all your food and drink to class so we can use our time as best we can. We may have a lunch break if time allows, otherwise we will eat on the g o. You will be required to sign a waiver which will be supplied at course. Fee : OWC member $ 40          Non-member $ 70  (includes a reduced $30  annual membership fee)           Registration deadline is, Mon. Dec. 1st, 2025  Cancellation refunds given only with 4 days' notice of the course, by Mon, Dec. 1st, 2025 Registration and payment are required in advance. First come, first served 😉 To Register : class now full 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   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

Class is now FULL Presented by Outaouais Wood Carvers Sponsored by Flex-cut Saturday, January 10th, 2026, 10:00-3:00 Nepean Creative Arts Center, 35 Stafford Road, Unit 7, Ottawa Join us as Bob Gander teaches how to carve a geometric form as shown. We will block out, shape and detail the mobius strip. You will also have time to get creative and design your next geometric form with paper strips. Bob Gander has been a carver since the 1980s. He has carved in a variety of styles: in-the-round, relief, caricature, stylized, realistic (and nearly realistic) and even a little chip carving. His preferred subjects are mammals (including humans) and geometric forms. He has competed successfully in local, national and international wood carving competitions. Target Audience: Anyone who has taken the intro or beginner class up to more experienced carvers Note : The minimum # of participants required to run the course is 4 and maximum 8. Tools required: A sturdy cut resistant glove for your non dominant hand is essential for the course. A bench hook. A carving knife, although most work will be done with gouges A 1/2" (12 mm) to 3/4" (18 mm) wide gouge with a #3 or #5 sweep. we may have a few suitable gouges, but since it's a very useful gouge, you should consider purchasing one. Lee Valley has Henry Taylor gouges, or you can go online for Pfeil, Two Cherry or other good quality gouge. Christmas is coming wink-wink! A small roughly 1/4" or (6 mm) gouge (#5 or #7) Fee:  OWC member $ 40         Non-member $ 60 (includes a         reduced $20 annual membership fee) Registration deadline Mon, January 5th, 2026 Cancellation refunds given only with 4 days' notice of the course, by Tues. January 6th, 2026 Registration and payment are required in advance. First come, first served 😉 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   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.

Presented by Outaouais Wood Carvers Sponsored by Flex-cut Nepean Creative Arts Center, 35 Stafford Road, Unit 6 , Ottawa We are planning a Christmas Round-Up for the first time. The round up will consist of 3 to 4 consecutive sessions all focused on a Christmas theme, mainly ornaments. It will be held in the large room (6) where we usually meet for the Friday Clutch There will be 3 to 4 sessions in the morning, and 3 in the afternoon with a 4th table set up for painting. Each session will cost $10. You may take a morning and afternoon project on each day or take only one class. Space for each session is limited, and will be first come, first served. Registration & payment will secure your spot. There will also be a table set up all day with paints and brushes for you to paint your carvings, someone will be available to help you if needed. There is no charge for this session. Coffee and Christmas treats will be available Scroll to bottom for registration details ******************************************************************************************** November 15th morning classes 9:15 to 12:45 A-1   Snowmen by Sue MacCullum Max 6 people For the Novice carver with some carving experience Choose one of the 3 figures shown Tools required: sharp knife, small V tool, pencil, ruler and carving glove for non-dominant hand A-2   Santa Shelf Sitter by Charlie Brimley Max 6 people May carry on into afternoon For the intermediate carver Tools required: Carving knife, Med V tool, pencil and eraser, Calipers (optional) A-3   Chip Carved Star by Wayne Gosselin Max 6 people This is the easiest of the 2 chip carvings that Wayne will be teaching today. Have you done any chip carving before? Do you have a chip carving Knife? The club does have a few for you to use November 15th, Afternoon classes 1:15 to 4:45 B-1   Chip Carved star by Wayne Gosselin CLASS FULL Max 6 people This chip carving is a bit more difficult than Wayne taught in the morning, best to have a bit of chip carving experience. Do you have a chip carving Knife? (the club does have a few for you to use) B-2   Twig Rooster by Erich Haber Max 6 people Tools needed- sharp thin bladed knife and a carving glove Erich will have some extra twigs to practice the tail B-3   Snowman by Sue MacCullum Max 6 people For the Novice carver with some carving experience Tools required: sharp knife, small V tool, pencil, ruler and carving glove for non-dominant hand ******************************************************************************************** November 22nd, morning classes 9:15 to 12:45 C-1 Head and Foot Santa by Bob Gander Max 6 people For the novice carver Tools needed: knife, V tool, small gouge, pencil, carving glove C-2 Pyrography Pine Cone by Catherine Shearer Max 6 people For the novice to intermediate pyrographer Tools needed, wood burner with the following tips: shader, writing, skew C-3 Top-Hat Santa by John Bowser Max 8 people For the novice carver Tools needed: carving knife, V tool, carving glove November 22nd, afternoon classes 1:15 to 4:45 D-1 Moravian Star by Bob Gander Max 6 people For the novice carver Tools: knife, V tool, pencil, straight edge, carving glove D-2 Pyrography Elf/Candy Cane/Reindeer by Pam Laprise CLASS FULL Max 8 people Can make a 2 sided ornament with your choice of pattern For the novice to intermediate pyrographer Tools needed, wood burner with the following tips: shader, writing, skew D-3 Christmas Pickles by Sue MacCullum Max 6 people For novice carver Tools required: sharp knife, small V tool, pencil, ruler and carving glove for non-dominant hand Registration and payment are required in advance and will secure your choices. First come first served. To Register please send e-transfer to owctreasurer8@gmail.com -in the comment section, include your name, and copy this note below into the comment section with your choice of class by number. Nov 15 morning-A , Nov 15 afternoon-B , Nov 22 morning-C , Nov 22 afternoon-D . If unable to e-transfer, send email to owctreasurer8@gmail.com with your choices and pay ASAP

Presented by Outaouais Wood Carvers Sponsored by Flex-cut 1 day course Saturday October 18th, 2025, 12:30 to 4:30 PM Nepean Creative Arts Center, 35 Stafford Road, Unit 7, Ottawa Join John Bowser, a long-time member of OWC, as he teaches you how to sharpen your carving tools. He will provide and demonstrate most of the current abrasives for sharpening, and participants will learn proper shapes and honing skills. Please bring along all your carving tools and your current stones, strop and other sharpening aids. Also bring along your safety gloves. Target Audience: anyone who wants to learn how to sharpen carving knives/chisels. Note: a minimum of 6 participants are required to run this workshop            the maximum number of participants is 12 Fee : OWC member $ 40          Non-member $ 70 (includes a reduced $30 annual membership fee)                   Registration deadline is, Mon, Oct. 13th, 2025          Cancellation refunds given only with 4 days’ notice of the course, by Dec. 14th, 2025         Participants aged 14-17 inclusive must be accompanied by parent for the duration of         the class. Registration and payment are required in advance. First come, first served 😉 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   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 ________________________________________________________________________________ Note: Participants will be required to sign the following waiver. Paper copies will be available at the course I, ________ name _____________, certify that I am over 18 years of age and intend to participate in Outaouais Wood Carvers workshop _________ class_ ________________ on _________ date __________. I, _______ parent’s name ______, certify that I am the parent accompanying a participant of ___________ class _______________ on _____ date _______ 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: __________

Introduction to Pyrography- Tentatively full pending availability of Wood Burners Presented by Outaouais Wood Carvers Saturday, October 4th, 2025 12:00-5:00 PM Nepean Creative Arts Center, 35 Stafford Road, Unit 7, Ottawa This one-day course is designed to teach participants the basics of pyrography (Wood Burning).  OWC member Pam Laprise has been doing pyrography since 2013. She will explain and demonstrate:  Supplies  Pyrography machines/pens/tips   Safety- What to burn, what NOT to burn  Wood prep, patterns and design transfer  What can I do with one pen? Texturing  Tips and troubleshooting  Adding colour and finishing You will work on a project utilizing some of the techniques learned. We will concentrate on discovering what you can do with just 3 pen tips- a writing tip, a shader tip and a skew. Wood and pattern will be provided for this project. Fee: OWC member $ 40         Non-member $ 70 (includes a reduced $30 annual membership fee) Cancellation refunds given only with 4 days’ notice of the course, by Sept. 30th,2025 Registration and payment are required in advance. First come, first served 😉 Registration deadline is, Mon, September 29th, 2025 Maximum 6-8 participants depending on the number of participants who have their own burner. Participants are asked to bring their Pyrography machine & pens/tips if they have one .     A few burners will be available for those without. 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. Also, please indicate if you have a pyrography machine and tips Or send message to owctreasurer8@gmail.com   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 ________________________________________________________________________________ Note: Participants will be required to sign the following waiver. Paper copies will be available 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 ___________Class_______________ on _____Date_______ 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: __________

Presented by Outaouais Wood Carvers Sponsored by Flex-cut 1 day course Saturday Nov. 1st, 2025 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 tools supplied by our Flexcut Carving Tools sponsor 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, preferably 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 $ 40 Non-member $ 70 (includes a reduced $30 annual membership fee) Cancellation refunds given only with 4 days’ notice of the course, by Oct. 28th, 2025 Registration and payment are required in advance. First come, first served 😉 Registration deadline is, Oct. 27, 2025 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 ________________________________________________________________________________ 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 “Introduction to Carving” on Oct. 5, 2024. I, _______parent’s name______, certify that I am the parent accompanying a participant of “Introduction to Carving” on Oct. 5th, 2024 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: __________

Carve A Caricature Fish- 2 spots left Presented by Outaouais Wood Carvers Sponsored by Flex-cut Saturday Sept 27th and Oct. 2nd 9:30-2:00 MacKay United Church- 39 Dufferin St. Ottawa Long-time OWC member John Bowser will lead a two-day class on how to carve a caricature fish inspired by UK carver Nima Kian. Target Audience: this class is aimed at advanced carvers. Tools required:  Bring your tools -sharp knife -wide flat gouge #3 -small gouge -V tool or veiner - bench hook -safety glove Maximum 8 participants. Fee:  OWC member $ 60 Registration deadline Mon, Sept. 22nd, 2025 Cancellation refunds given only with 4 days' notice of the course, by Tues. Sept. 23, 2025 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   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.

CLASS NOW FULL Presented by Outaouais Wood Carvers Sponsored by Flexcut Saturday, Sept. 20th, 2025 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm note time change Nepean Creative Arts Center, 35 Stafford Road, Ottawa- Unit 7 Target Audience - beginners. This one-day course is designed to teach participants the fundamentals of Wood Carving. OWC member Bob Gander will guide participants through a series of topics necessary to start your wood carving journey. Bob has been carving since the 1980s. He has carved in a variety of styles: in-the-round, relief, caricature, stylized, realistic (and nearly realistic) and even a little chip carving. His carving courses include a variety of introductory projects, sharpening carving tools, love spoons, horses, stylized animals, caricatures and realistic human heads. Topics will include styles of carving, wood selection, types of tools, safety, selecting minimum tools needed to get started and basic maintenance. He will also discuss finishing techniques, resources and much more. While this is not a project class, you will put the day’s learnings into practice by carving 1 or 2 simple pieces (as shown), incorporating your new skills. A range of tools supplied by our Flexcut Carving Tools sponsor 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 glove, preferably cut resistant, for your non-dominant hand is essential for course participation. These can be obtained at a hardware or wood working store. Fee: OWC member $ 40          Non-member $ 70 (includes a reduced $30 annual membership fee for 2025-2026)          Cancellation refunds given only with 4 days’ notice of the course Mon. Sept 15th 9:30. Registration and payment are required in advance. First come, first served 😉 Registration deadline is Mon. Sept. 15th, 2025 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 : Click on PDF below to download registration details.

Presented by Outaouais Wood Carvers Sponsored by Flex-cut Saturday April 5, 2025, 9:30-3:00 Nepean Creative Arts Center, 35 Stafford Road, Unit 7, Ottawa Long-time OWC member John Bowser will lead a one-day class on how to carve a caricature fish inspired by UK carver Nima Kian. Participants will have the opportunity to select their project from two examples. Selection will be made in advance of course date to allow time for cutouts. Target Audience: Not for beginners , this class is aimed at intermediate to advanced carvers. Tools required: A sharp knife, a wide flat gouge #3, and safety glove would be the minimum requirement. A bench hook is recommended. The OWC will have tool sets available from our sponsor Flexcut. Maximum 10 participants. Fee:  OWC member $ 40         Non-member $ 60 (includes a reduced $20 annual membership fee) Registration deadline Mon, March 31, 2025 Cancellation refunds given only with 4 days' notice of the course, by Tues. April 1st, 2025 Registration and payment are required in advance. First come, first served 😉 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   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.

Presented by Outaouais Wood Carvers Sponsored by Flex-cut 2-day course. Saturday March 15 and 22nd, 2025, 10:00-2:30 Nepean Creative Arts Center, 35 Stafford Road, Unit 7, Ottawa Join us as Bob Gander teaches how to carve a half-size Realistic Human Face in basswood. We will block out, shape and detail the face. All features (up to but not including the ears) are to full depth. That is, this is not a relief carving. Aspects of human anatomy and facial structure will also be discussed. Bob Gander has been a carver since the 1980s. He has carved in a variety of styles: in-the-round, relief, caricature, stylized, realistic (and nearly realistic) and even a little chip carving. His preferred subjects are mammals (including humans) and geometric forms. He has competed successfully in local, national and international wood carving competitions. Target Audience : experienced beginner to intermediate level carver. Note : The minimum # of participants required to run the course is 4 and maximum 10. Tools required : A sturdy cut resistant glove for your non dominant hand is essential for the course. Knives and gouges Flexible metric ruler Vernier caliper If you need some tools, the club will have a number of sets available for your use Wood will be provided. Please bring your food and drink to class so we can use our time as best we can. You will be required to sign a waiver which will be supplied at course. Fee: OWC member $ 80 Non-member $ 100 (includes a reduced $20 annual membership fee) Registration deadline Mon, March 10, 2025 Cancellation refunds given only with 4 days' notice of the course, by Tues. March 11th, 2025 Registration and payment are required in advance. First come, first served 😉 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 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.

Class now Full Presented by Outaouais Wood Carvers Sponsored by Flex-cut 1 day course. Saturday February 8th, 2025, 12:30 AM to 4:30 PM Note time change Nepean Creative Arts Center, 35 Stafford Road, Unit 7, Ottawa Join Darryl Kicul as he teaches how to carve a Bark House from cottonwood bark similar to those shown. Darryl is a member of the Outaouais Wood Carvers and the National Capital Network of Sculptors. Darryl carves both wood and stone to create whimsical sculptures. He has been carving for over 20 years. Target Audience: experienced beginner to intermediate level carver. Note:  The minimum number of participants required to run the course is 4 and maximum 8. Bring your carving tools to the class. If you need some tools, the club will have a number of sets available for your use. A sturdy cut resistant glove for your non dominant hand is essential for the course. Bark will be provided Tools Darryl uses to carve bark Tools required: 1/4”- 3/8” knife 1 ¼-1 ½” long Shallow gouge 1/2” wide Smaller gouges for detail work Eye protection Dust mask Please bring your food and drink to class so we can use our time as best we can. You will be required to sign a waiver which will be supplied at course. Fee : OWC member $ 40         Non-member $ 60 (includes a reduced $20 annual membership fee)           Registration deadline is, Mon, Feb. 3rd, 2025  Cancellation refunds given only with 4 days' notice of the course, by Tues. Feb 4th, 2025 Registration and payment are required in advance. First come, first served 😉 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   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

Presented by Outaouais Wood Carvers Sponsored by Flex-cut 1 day course Saturday January 11th, 2025, 9:30 AM to 2.30 PM Nepean Creative Arts Center, 35 Stafford Road, Unit 7, Ottawa Deadline for registration extended to Thursday, January 9th, 2025 OWC is pleased to offer this course taught by OWC member Colin Harwood. Colin has been a member the club since 1988 and has given an advanced course on carving an elaborate spoon. He has served on many OWC Executive positions and taken some courses. Target Audience: Intermediate level carver Note: The minimum number of participants required to run the course is 4 and maximum 10 A sturdy cut resistant glove for your non dominant hand is essential for the course. Bring your carving tools to the class. If you need some tools, the club will have a number of sets available for your use. Please bring all your food and drink to class so we can use our time as best we can. We may have a lunch break if time allows, otherwise we will eat on the g o. You will be required to sign a waiver which will be supplied at course. Fee : OWC member $ 40          Non-member $ 60 (includes a reduced $20 annual membership fee)           Registration deadline is, Mon, Jan. 6th, 2025  Cancellation refunds given only with 4 days' notice of the course, by Mon, Jan. 7th, 2025 Registration and payment are required in advance. First come, first served 😉 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   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