Dec 31, 2024 |
This course provides an overview of the art of butchery and an inside look at the industry. It covers essential tools, techniques, and safety. Participants will gain practical experience in meat cutting under expert guidance. Ideal for those new to the field or seeking foundational skills. This class will also teach you how to save money by buying larger cuts of meat and cutting it yourself. There will also be a special focus on deer processing for all of our members who are hunters and want to work with an expert. Active USW employees only Five ( 5 ) sessions, Tuesday evenings. Class size limited to six ( 6...
Dec 31, 2024 |
Join us for this fun class to learn decorating techniques from basic to more detailed. Each student will work on six designs. One ( 1 ) session, Thursday evening. Class size limited to ten ( 10 ).
Dec 31, 2024 |
This introductory class explores the fundamentals of fly fishing. Aimed at the novice fly angler, topics include equipment selection, knot tying, basic entomology and fly selection, reading the water, and where to fly fish in Western Pennsylvania. Fly casting, the most important aspect of fly fishing, is taught. Six ( 6 ) session, Wednesday evenings. Class size limited to eight ( 8...
Dec 31, 2024 |
Tie your own flies and catch fish! Introduction to Fly Tying is designed for the beginner who is interested in tying his or her own flies. With practice, you will be able to imitate many insects and bait fish that fish eat. Each session will cover one type of fly and one or two fly patterns that represent that type of fly. We hope that this course will make you a better fly tier, fly angler, and ultimately increase your awareness of nature along the stream. Materials, hooks, pattern sheets and instructions for each tie will be provided in class. Students may purchase tools (vice, scissors, bobbin, hackle pliers, bodkin, whip finish tool, and hair stacker) to practice fly tying outside of class. Six ( 6 ) sessions, Wednesday evenings. Class size limited to eight ( 8...
Dec 31, 2024 |
DESCRIPTION Five ( 5 ) sessions, Tuesday mornings or evenings. Class size limited to six ( 6 ).
