Grey/Bruce MakersSydenham Campus1130 - 8th Street EastOwen Sound, ONN4K 5N8
NOTE: Woodshop 102 is a pre-requisite for any person looking to use the woodshop planer, jointer and re-sawing bandsaw.
https://greybrucemakers.ca/event-6485900
Cost: $65 + HST Date: Feb 12th 2026 6:00–9:00 PM
Workshop: Woodshop Maximum Participants: 6
In this class, you'll learn about working safely in a woodshop environment and how to operate the jointer, planer, and re-saw bandsaw.
You'll perform various operations to become comfortable and proficient with the safe usage of these tools.
We require that students must bring their own safety glasses or they will be available for purchase at the front desk for $5
Learn how to safely and effectively use more advanced woodshop machines
Practice basic joinery, shaping, and assembly techniques
Understand the purpose and safe handling of key machines.
Woodshop 101 - Basics
Closed-toe shoes (steel-toe preferred)
No loose clothing or jewelry
Safety glasses (bring your own or use a provided pair)
Hair tied back
Safety glasses
Notebook and pen
Water bottle
A positive Attitude and willingness to learn
Will Elliot has nearly 30 years of experience in the wood furniture manufacturing industry — and even more as a passionate self-taught woodworker. Having grown up in a hardware store, tools have always been a natural part of his life. Will brings patience, clarity, and a back-to-basics teaching approach to the shop. His goal is to help every student feel confident, safe, and inspired to keep building.