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WOODWORKING

Woodworking

Have you ever wanted to make something with wood? This project is an opportunity for you to create and construct items using wood and woodworking tools. From the basics of using a tape measure and a hammer to advanced equipment like routers and table saws, there is something for everyone. Have fun by learning new things and creating useful items.

a girl cuts a pattern on a band saw while a boy watches
a girl drills a hole through some wood on a work bench while another girl helps keep the wood steady

What can you Learn?

  • Identify woodworking tools and their functions
  • Demonstrate safety techniques
  • Learn about potential careers
  • Understand how to use a bill of materials
  • Understand the uses for different types of lumber
  • Learn what a miter cut is and why you would use it
  • Understand different sanding techniques
  • Select a proper finish

Woodworking Guidebook

an overhead view of two young people tracing paper patterns onto wooden blocks at a workbench

Contact Us

Wyoming 4-H

 

 

College of Agriculture, Life Sciences & Natural Resources

Room 112

1000 E. University Ave

Laramie, WY 82071

Dept. 3354

Email: 4h@uwyo.edu

Phone: (307) 766-5170

 

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