Historic Preservation On Whidbey Island

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Woodland Hall – iday Gala! 6 PM Friday, December 2

Once again, Kim Hoelting has graciously agreed to host the annual Woodworkers Guild Holiday potluck gala at Woodland Hall at 6 PM on Friday, December 2.

Turn left on Woodland Hall Lane off of Maxwelton Road, 1 mile south of Highway 525, then make an immediate left into the parking lot.

Bring a generous serving of a main dish, salad, veggies, bread or pasta, or desert, and your favorite refreshments.

- Bruce Schwager

Additionally, WIWG Dues for 2012 are due. If you were in this year’s show, or have paid them recently (since August or so) – Thank You.
If not, we would like you to send in $25 to Treasurer Randy Scofield (5739 Mutiny Bay Road, Freeland, WA 98249), or bring you cash or check to the Potluck Gala on December 2nd.

The advantages of being a paid member are;
· list your business or specialty on our website home page
· create a hot link to your website from ours,
· notice of/for referrals and request for proposals,
· help wanted or offered for your shop
· networking and collaboration clearinghouse
· scholarships (up to $200) for training classes
· emergency help (up to $200) for shop disasters or injuries
· early notice of materials or equipment for sale,
· and entry into the drawing for a fine hand tool (worth at least $100) at the gala (must be present to win). If you pay at the gala, you will be in the drawing.

Sale post

Submitted by Robert Peterson. For more information please contact:  idahobiker@gmail.com

Stationary Belt Sander:
6″ X 89″ belt sander.
Fox model, W1730.
2 HP, 220 Volt, Oscillation stroke 3/4″,
Exhaust 4″,
Tilting graphite coated platen tilts 0-90 degrees.
Precision ground cast iron tables,
Geared table adjustment,
Storage cabinet stand,
Removable end guard for extra long sanding,
Vertical spindle sanding too.

8″ Delta Jointer

Floor mounted jointer, Delta DJ 20.
Three 8″ blades,
In-feed table is 44″ long and out-feed table is 32″ with over all length 77″.
220 volts,
5″ exhaust.

15″ Thickness Planer:

Thickness planer, 15″, Three blades
AMT brand, 220 volt,
4″exhaust.
Spare set of blades.

Powermatic 66 Table Saw;

Table saw with extension. 5 HP Powermatic Model 66-TA-SAW. Stock number, 2688113.
Here is the deal. The motor is burned out and new ones cost $750. If you will buy the saw I will replace the motor and reduce the price by the $750 so that your cost is $1650 with the new motor. The cabinet in the photo goes with the saw and is full of blades and accessories. I was down sizing when the motor went out this month. If I can be assured that you will take the saw, and the extension table with its rugged fence and all the blades, I will order the motor and have it ready for you to check out in the shop.

Band Saw:

Bench mounted band saw, Incra, 1988 model.
Throat, 20 inches.
Cutting height max, 8 inches. 220 Volts, 1.5 hp.
Custom hardwood bench included.
Compact, three wheel model with 20 by 20 table.
Retiring from hobby.

5 hp powermatic

8 inch belt sander

8 inch jointer

band saw

thickness planer

Skills USA Competion

Skills USA recently held a competion in Phoenix, Arizona. Check out the photo slideshow provided by Glenn Wirgau, Board Member of the Woodwork Career Alliance… Enjoy!

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Woodpalooza Opens This Friday!

Woodpalooza
opens this Friday, September 2 at Taste for Wine( Bayview Cash Store)
Join us at the opening reception from 5 – 9 pm and enjoy live music by Trio Nouveau, fine wine, and superb artistry!

Woodpalooza Opening this Friday Sept. 2

Remember that the Guilds annual display of amazing wood crafts opens this Friday, September 2 at the Bayview Corner Cash Store with an evening reception from 5-9 pm at Taste for Wine and live music provided by Trio Nouveau!

As always, this should be a fine event.

Mark you calenders.

Woodpalooza 2011- Sept 2 thru Oct.3 – Bayview Cash Store

Workshop Announcement: FSC Assessor Training

If anyone is interested, there is still space available for an FSC Assessor Training Workshop, sponsered by Northwest Certified Forestry.
visit http://nnrg.org/news-events/events/5-20-5-21-fsc-assessor-training-long-beach-wa/ for more information.

There is still space available for: FSC Assessor Training A workshop & field course on how to conduct an FSC Assessment	Sponsored by:
Are you a forestry professional and want to expand your skill set to meet the needs of a growing number of forest landowners pursuing FSC certification? Are you a forest landowner who wants to learn more about the FSC certification process? Are you a forestry student interested in gaining exposure to a unique career opportunity? This affordable two day workshop is designed for forestry professionals, landowners, and students who wish to gain the knowledge and technical skills needed to conduct FSC assessments on small woodland properties in the Pacific Northwest. Participants will be trained in both the field and classroom on how to consistently assess forest management plans and properties against the new FSC U.S. National Standard. The training will emphasize FSC’s protocols and policies for smaller forests, especially operations under 2500 acres. The classroom session on Friday afternoon will provide participants with an in-depth look at the FSC certification standards for small woodland owners, FSC Chain-of-custody procedures, and current markets for FSC wood products. On Saturday morning, participants will head into the field to conduct a mock audit of the 7,600 acre Ellsworth Creek Preserve owned by The Nature Conservancy. During the seminar you will: · Learn about the new FSC US National Standard from an experienced FSC Auditor · Gain experience with on-the-ground field assessment techniques and audit procedures · Get up-to-date information on the state of FSC wood markets · Learn about FSC chain-of-custody policies and procedures · Meet other forestry professionals who are working at various levels of the certified wood supply chain · If you are a SAF certified forester, this workshop qualifies for continuing forestry education credits! This project is supported by Western SARE

Call to Western Washington Artists for Oak Harbor Library Children’s Area

Taken from the Sno-isle regional Libray website.

The Oak Harbor Library Art Committee seeks to commission a professional artist or team of artists to create an original work of art for the entranceway to the children’s area inside the library. Funded through a grant from the Sno-Isle Libraries Foundation, the deadline for submissions is Friday, April 1, 2011, by 5:00 p.m.

To see a full version of the call to artists including the program description, submittal requirements, project timeline and photographs of the Oak Harbor Library children’s entranceway, please visit the library’s website at http://www.sno-isle.org/?ID=1206. Contact Mary Campbell at 360-675-5115 extension 6020 or email mcampbell@sno-isle.org with any questions.
You can read the full news press releasr here: Press release

SEEKING: Shop Space

Submitted by: Community Member

I have all the hand and stationary tools necessary for a complete shop. My shop time is more of a hobby that is spent on furniture that is usually given away or on a project that my wife ordered. My idea is that the use of my tools could be shared by both me and the shop owner for my use of the space. Maybe you know of someone who would like to get into woodworking and can benefit from an immediate infusion of equipment. Location: south Whidbey.

Contact info: Bob Peterson 208-651-3267