We will be teaching the "square rule" approach, a traditional method, which allows one to easily use timbers that are not of consistent dimension or squareness, which is how they will come from a sawmill. Modern production timber framers use planed timbers and expensive machinery, which are not readily available to many builders. We will be using tools and materials that many carpenters already have or that can be found locally for a minimal investment, and will give results of the highest quality.

Evening sessions will cover structural principles and techniques for enclosing the frame.