Blacksmith Your Own Blade at a Historic Asheville Area Forge

5.0 (42 reviews) Asheville, USA
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Duration3h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers

Overview

Engage in a hands-on blacksmithing experience at a historic Appalachian forge led by Jeremy, a seventh-generation blacksmith with Viking roots back to Viking Rollo. This unique opportunity invites you to forge your own knife, dagger, or axe as you learn the art of shaping red-hot steel. With over 1,600 five-star reviews, Jeremy’s confident and patient guidance ensures that every participant, regardless of skill level, leaves with a masterpiece in hand. Create not just a weapon, but unforgettable memories as you immerse yourself in the craftsmanship of blacksmithing.

What's included

  • You get to keep the forged item that you make

What to expect

Craft your own unique masterpiece at a historic Appalachian forge with Jeremy, a seventh-generation blacksmith with heritage back to Viking Rollo. In a small group setting, you’ll receive personalized, step-by-step guidance as you heat, hammer, and shape red-hot steel into a knife, dagger, or another forged item of your choice. With over 1,600 five-star reviews, Jeremy's expertise and passion for blacksmithing create an unforgettable experience as you forge not just a blade, but a bond with the craft. Take home your handmade creation and stories that will last a lifetime. This is the thing to do in Asheville! Beginners are welcomed and encouraged. Forge is just 20 minutes from Asheville!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Just 20 minutes from Asheville! Go to the Corner of Murphy Edwards Hollar Rd and turn right at the gravel road. The Forge is the first building on your right. Park in guest parking

End point

Just 20 minutes from Asheville! Go to the Corner of Murphy Edwards Hollar Rd and turn right at the gravel road. The Forge is the first building on your right. Park in guest parking

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • Guests ages 14 and up can attend.
  • All participants must be wearing closed toe shoes and long pants., A long sleeved shirt may be desirable as a second layer to protect your arms., A good attidude, maturity level, and attentive mind set so that you can have a fun and safe experience!, If you have long hair it must be pulled back out of your face. Preferably in a braid, ponytail, or pulled back in a hat.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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