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4-H Woodworking Project

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Woodworking is a valuable skill for a hobby, household repairs or even a career. Learn about types of wood, uses for various kinds of wood, how to make connections and joints, safety tips, common tools and project ideas from the very simple to impressive.

  • Develop an understanding for fiber products of the forest.
  • Develop skills in the selection and uses of various types of wood and wood products.
  • Develop skills in the selection, care, and safe use of woodworking tools and machines.
  • Learn about environmental protection and the wise use of natural resources.
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Here's What You Can Do All Year
OPPORTUNITIES TO EXPLORE:
  • Contact your local county Extension office for local woodworking workshops, activities or events.
  • Visit a cabinet-making business to see how it applies what you are learning about woodworking.
  • Use online resources to learn advanced techniques.
  • Explore local woodworking groups and find ways to connect with them to learn more.
  • Visit your local community college to learn about woodworking careers and degrees.
  • Go to woodworking shows to learn about tools, techniques and products.
  • Is it county fair time? Consider taking an exhibit or a piece of your project learning to the fair for judging and to show off what you’ve learned throughout the year. It might get selected to go to the North Dakota State Fair.
  • Interested in a college education in the area of woodworking, architecture, industrial technology or engineering? Schedule a visit with North Dakota State University, www.ndsu.edu.
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