Botanical Garden of the Ozarks Workshop & Rendezvous
Botanical Garden of the Ozarks Workshop & Rendezvous |
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Fayetteville, Arkansas
November 9-22, 2003 Register Online Registration Form Join members of the Guild and local volunteers in the beautiful Ozarks for an introduction to timber framing.For this Rendezvous, we will build a timber frame structure for the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks. It will be the first structure to be erected within the Botanical Gardens, and the folks at the Garden argued in favor of this heavy timber design approach for the Garden's first building because its architectural quality and character will set the stage for all buildings that will follow. 
 The proposed new structure will use timber beams and columns sawn from logs donated to BGO by Sweetser Properties and Construction and other sources. Included in the building will be covered bays for heavy tractor and maintenance equipment, a small office and restroom, mechanical space and locked storage for hardware and supplies. 
Working drawings. This event is structured as a combination Workshop and Rendezvous. You may participate in one of two ways: you may enroll the first week (Nov. 9-15) in a formal, hands-on Introduction to Timber Framing workshop. The cost is $500. During the second week (Nov. 15-22), you may participate in a more informal Guild Rendezvous, when professionals and enthusiastic volunteers come together for a community service building project. Admission to the second week, the Rendezvous, is either by resumé submitted to Joel, or by payment of a modest tuition fee of $150. BGO has more than 400 members who contribute annually to the Garden fund and provide volunteers for garden maintenance and public events. Some of those volunteers will join with members of the Timber Framers Guild to erect the frame within a week's time. The Mission of the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks is "to be a source of knowledge and inspiration that will heighten people's understanding and appreciation of plants, and further preservation and enhancement efforts of the natural world." 
Job site. Photo credit: Vince Leyendecker 
Participation RequirementsWorkshop Participant: November 9-15, inclusive $500 includes all meals (except Sunday). Workshop participants (during the first week only) will receive hands-on instruction by timber frame professionals. Rendezvous Participant: November 15-22
Your resumé can be as simple as a summary of relevant (if any) experience. We are committed to the idea of mixing the skill levels in order to further spread the timber frame virus, so don't hesitate to apply, even if your timber framing portfolio is thin. Professional timber framers are also expected to supply a modest resume, so that we'll know where you fit in. While there is lots of work, your contributions will be well appreciated. You will be well fed, housed, and you will have meaningful work, whatever your skill or experience level. Please make sure that your health insurance is up to date, and that you have rugged clothes and boots, ear, eye, and head protection. A modest tool list and maps will be sent to all registrants. The Guild is pleased to be able to offer an event in another part of the country this fall. Guild rendezvous are designed to make timber framing community service events accessible to people who are willing to trade labor for learning in that time-honored tradition. Travel & AccommodationsThe seat of Washington County, Fayetteville is nestled in the Ozark Mountains of Northwest Arkansas. This scenic and historic community is just a short drive from the Missouri (50 miles) and Oklahoma (30 miles) borders. Fayetteville citizens work hard to preserve the beauty and heritage of their city to make it a great place to live, with a downtown area that is vital, beautiful, and thriving. Air travelers should head for the Highfill (XNA) airport. Camping is available on site, shower facilities are nearby, and alternate accommodations are available here: www.fayettevillear.com/lodging.htm. We are working on a way to provide simple meals for all participants. Breakfasts (Continental) and lunches are in place, dinners are in process. Call 603 835 2077 or write Joel McCarty. |
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