Upcoming Events
FULL: Introduction to Blacksmithing
Full: Designed for adults and children ages 8 and up, this class allows participants to forge their own hook and horseshoe knife. During this 1.5 to 2 hour class, students will learn basic forging techniques, an overview of tools and equipment and a brief history of the craft. Please note that at least one parent/guardian must be present for the entire duration of the class. Adults are welcome to join and make their own hook and knife; pricing for adults is the same as kids.
Class sizes are limited so that each student receives instruction tailored to their skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
Custom Knife Class
FULL: This 8 hour class includes lunch from Main Street Market in Rutherfordton! As always, class sizes are limited to ensure that you receive a unique hand's on experience. You leave with a finished blade on the day of your class! Check availability here.
Pack Knife Class
This hands on class lasts about 4 hours, and you will leave with your fully finished pack knife with a paracord-wrapped handle! Each blade will be forged using high-quality blade steel. Class sizes are limited so that each student receives instruction tailored to your skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
Source: https://nightowlironworks.as.me/schedule.php
*We recommend that participants be at least 14 years old. A parent or guardian is required to stay with anyone under the age of 18 for the entire duration of the class.*
FULL: Pack Knife Class
This hands on class lasts about 4 hours, and you will leave with your fully finished pack knife with a paracord-wrapped handle! Each blade will be forged using high-quality blade steel. Class sizes are limited so that each student receives instruction tailored to your skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
Source: https://nightowlironworks.as.me/schedule.php
*We recommend that participants be at least 14 years old. A parent or guardian is required to stay with anyone under the age of 18 for the entire duration of the class.*
FULL: Pack Knife Class
This hands on class lasts about 4 hours, and you will leave with your fully finished pack knife with a paracord-wrapped handle! Each blade will be forged using high-quality blade steel. Class sizes are limited so that each student receives instruction tailored to your skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
Source: https://nightowlironworks.as.me/schedule.php
*We recommend that participants be at least 14 years old. A parent or guardian is required to stay with anyone under the age of 18 for the entire duration of the class.*
Railroad Spike Knife Class
This hands on class lasts approximately 3 hours, and you will leave with your fully finished railroad spike knife! Class size are limited so that you each student receives instruction tailored to your skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
Tomahawk Class
This 8 hour class includes lunch from Main Street Market in Rutherfordton! As always, class sizes are limited to ensure that you receive a unique hand's on experience. You leave with a finished tomahawk on the day of your class! Check availability here.
Railroad Spike Knife Class
This hands on class lasts approximately 3 hours, and you will leave with your fully finished railroad spike knife! Class size are limited so that you each student receives instruction tailored to your skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
FULL: Railroad Spike Knife Class
Full: This hands on class lasts approximately 3 hours, and you will leave with your fully finished railroad spike knife! Class size are limited so that you each student receives instruction tailored to your skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
Foxfire Blacksmithing Hammer-In
Join us for this community event for both blacksmiths and the general public! Walk through the Foxfire Museum and visit with blacksmiths from throughout Southern Appalachia. Learn about the craft and artistry behind smithing and maybe even try it out! No registration required; admission to event included with general admission to the museum.
2-Day Damascus Workshop
This 2-day workshop includes lunch from Main Street Market in Rutherfordton and one other local restaurant! This class is scheduled for Friday AND Saturday from 9am to around 5pm. As always, class sizes are limited to ensure that you receive a unique hand's on experience. You leave with a fully finished damascus knife on the second day.
*We recommend that participants be at least 14 years old. For safety purposes a parent or guardian is required to stay with anyone under the age of 18 for the entire duration of the class.
Schedule classes or check availability here.
Railroad Spike Knife Class
This hands on class lasts approximately 3 hours, and you will leave with your fully finished railroad spike knife! Class size are limited so that you each student receives instruction tailored to your skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
Railroad Spike Knife Class
This hands on class lasts approximately 3 hours, and you will leave with your fully finished railroad spike knife! Class size are limited so that you each student receives instruction tailored to your skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
Custom Knife Class
This 8 hour class includes lunch from Main Street Market in Rutherfordton! As always, class sizes are limited to ensure that you receive a unique hand's on experience. You leave with a finished blade on the day of your class! Check availability here.
Denton Farmpark Threshers' Reunion
The LARGEST Antique Tractor and Engine Show in the Southeastern US!
Home of the Handy Dandy Railroad!
July 2nd – 6th 2024
Custom Knife Class
This 8 hour class includes lunch from Main Street Market in Rutherfordton! As always, class sizes are limited to ensure that you receive a unique hand's on experience. You leave with a finished blade on the day of your class! Check availability here.
Horseshoe Knife Class
These short workshops are a great way to try your hand at forging! Forge your own horseshoe knife. Each session only takes about 30 minutes and is appropriate for ages 8 and up. Class sizes are limited so that each student receives instruction tailored to their skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
*Limit of 2 class sessions are available per timeslot. If you have more than 2 participants, we recommend reserving as many consecutive appointments as needed.*
Pack Knife Class
This hands on class lasts about 4 hours, and you will leave with your fully finished pack knife with a paracord-wrapped handle! Each blade will be forged using high-quality blade steel. Class sizes are limited so that each student receives instruction tailored to your skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
Source: https://nightowlironworks.as.me/schedule.php
*We recommend that participants be at least 14 years old. A parent or guardian is required to stay with anyone under the age of 18 for the entire duration of the class.*
Pack Knife Class
This hands on class lasts about 4 hours, and you will leave with your fully finished pack knife with a paracord-wrapped handle! Each blade will be forged using high-quality blade steel. Class sizes are limited so that each student receives instruction tailored to your skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
Source: https://nightowlironworks.as.me/schedule.php
*We recommend that participants be at least 14 years old. A parent or guardian is required to stay with anyone under the age of 18 for the entire duration of the class.*
Horseshoe Knife Class
These short workshops are a great way to try your hand at forging! Forge your own horseshoe knife. Each session only takes about 30 minutes and is appropriate for ages 8 and up. Class sizes are limited so that each student receives instruction tailored to their skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
*Limit of 2 class sessions are available per timeslot. If you have more than 2 participants, we recommend reserving as many consecutive appointments as needed.*
Horseshoe Knife Class
These short workshops are a great way to try your hand at forging! Forge your own horseshoe knife. Each session only takes about 30 minutes and is appropriate for ages 8 and up. Class sizes are limited so that each student receives instruction tailored to their skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
*Limit of 2 class sessions are available per timeslot. If you have more than 2 participants, we recommend reserving as many consecutive appointments as needed.*
Railroad Spike Knife Class
This hands on class lasts approximately 3 hours, and you will leave with your fully finished railroad spike knife! Class size are limited so that you each student receives instruction tailored to your skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
FULL: Railroad Spike Knife Class
This hands on class lasts approximately 3 hours, and you will leave with your fully finished railroad spike knife! Class size are limited so that you each student receives instruction tailored to your skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
Introduction to Blacksmithing
Designed for adults and children ages 8 and up, this class allows participants to forge their own hook and horseshoe knife. During this 1.5 to 2 hour class, students will learn basic forging techniques, an overview of tools and equipment and a brief history of the craft. Please note that at least one parent/guardian must be present for the entire duration of the class. Adults are welcome to join and make their own hook and knife; pricing for adults is the same as kids.
Class sizes are limited so that each student receives instruction tailored to their skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
Pack Knife Class
This hands on class lasts about 4 hours, and you will leave with your fully finished pack knife with a paracord-wrapped handle! Each blade will be forged using high-quality blade steel. Class sizes are limited so that each student receives instruction tailored to your skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
Source: https://nightowlironworks.as.me/schedule.php
*We recommend that participants be at least 14 years old. A parent or guardian is required to stay with anyone under the age of 18 for the entire duration of the class.*
Grand Re-Opening/ Get Hammered
This one is special y’all. Join us for our first Get Hammered of 2025/ Night Owl’s Re-Grand Opening on April 12th from 6pm-10pm! We’ve been busy making some major changes over the last few months and we’re throwing shindig to celebrate and welcome the community to our updated digs!
Come kick it with us for a dang good time featuring live music, cold beverages, delicious eats from one of our favorite local food trucks, and some of the best company around! We'll officially get things kicked off at 6pm, but feel free to swing by anytime. We can’t wait to see you Saturday, April 12th!
More info coming soon!
FULL: Horseshoe Knife Class
These short workshops are a great way to try your hand at forging! Forge your own horseshoe knife. Each session only takes about 30 minutes and is appropriate for ages 8 and up. Class sizes are limited so that each student receives instruction tailored to their skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
*Limit of 2 class sessions are available per timeslot. If you have more than 2 participants, we recommend reserving as many consecutive appointments as needed.*
FULL: Pack Knife Class
This hands on class lasts about 4 hours, and you will leave with your fully finished pack knife with a paracord-wrapped handle! Each blade will be forged using high-quality blade steel. Class sizes are limited so that each student receives instruction tailored to your skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
Source: https://nightowlironworks.as.me/schedule.php
*We recommend that participants be at least 14 years old. A parent or guardian is required to stay with anyone under the age of 18 for the entire duration of the class.*
FULL: Pack Knife Class
This hands on class lasts about 4 hours, and you will leave with your fully finished pack knife with a paracord-wrapped handle! Each blade will be forged using high-quality blade steel. Class sizes are limited so that each student receives instruction tailored to your skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
Source: https://nightowlironworks.as.me/schedule.php
*We recommend that participants be at least 14 years old. A parent or guardian is required to stay with anyone under the age of 18 for the entire duration of the class.*
Horseshoe Knife Class
These short workshops are a great way to try your hand at forging! Forge your own horseshoe knife. Each session only takes about 30 minutes and is appropriate for ages 8 and up. Class sizes are limited so that each student receives instruction tailored to their skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
*Limit of 2 class sessions are available per timeslot. If you have more than 2 participants, we recommend reserving as many consecutive appointments as needed.*
Horseshoe Knife Class
These short workshops are a great way to try your hand at forging! Forge your own horseshoe knife. Each session only takes about 30 minutes and is appropriate for ages 8 and up. Class sizes are limited so that each student receives instruction tailored to their skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
*Limit of 2 class sessions are available per timeslot. If you have more than 2 participants, we recommend reserving as many consecutive appointments as needed.*
FULL: Horseshoe Knife Class
These short workshops are a great way to try your hand at forging! Forge your own horseshoe knife. Each session only takes about 30 minutes and is appropriate for ages 8 and up. Class sizes are limited so that each student receives instruction tailored to their skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
*Limit of 2 class sessions are available per timeslot. If you have more than 2 participants, we recommend reserving as many consecutive appointments as needed.*
Introduction to Blacksmithing
Designed for adults and children ages 8 and up, this class allows participants to forge their own hook and horseshoe knife. During this 1.5 to 2 hour class, students will learn basic forging techniques, an overview of tools and equipment and a brief history of the craft. Please note that at least one parent/guardian must be present for the entire duration of the class. Adults are welcome to join and make their own hook and knife; pricing for adults is the same as kids.
Class sizes are limited so that each student receives instruction tailored to their skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
Railroad Spike Knife Class
This hands on class lasts approximately 3 hours, and you will leave with your fully finished railroad spike knife! Class size are limited so that you each student receives instruction tailored to your skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
FULL: Railroad Spike Knife Class
This hands on class lasts approximately 3 hours, and you will leave with your fully finished railroad spike knife! Class size are limited so that you each student receives instruction tailored to your skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
Beginners Blacksmithing at Cherry Mountain Farm
In collaboration with Cherry Mountain Farm and General Store:
Night Owl Iron Works was established in 2016 by Jordan Jackson. Focusing on traditional blacksmith techniques and working with the local community Night Owl has found great success providing quality, handmade products for businesses and individuals alike.
In June of 2021, Jordan won the Forged in Fire Championship on The History Channel’s special episode, “Forge of Fear”
Jordon will be offering two different classes:10am – Noon “Forge your own J-Hook” – Each one-on-one session will last approximately 10 minutes. Each participant will leave with their fully finished and usable j-hook which can be used indoor/outdoor. 1pm – 4pm “Forge your own Horseshoe Knife” – Each session will last approximately 30 minutes. Each participant will leave with their fully finished horseshoe knife.
In both classes you will learn basic forging techniques and will have a knife that can last for several generations.
In 2019 Rachel Jackson joined The Night Owl Team and began offering custom leather work.
Focusing on functionality, attention to detail and superior artistry Night Owl Iron Works has continued to grow thanks to a renewed interest in a timeless craft.
After the workshop, take a stroll around the farm to see the friendly Kune Kune pigs, goats, dogs, and horse that call Cherry Mountain Farm home and definitely don’t forget to do a little shopping at the on-site general store which is bursting with all kinds of goodies, gifts, and knick knacks.
Craig and Debbi have over a decade of experience as farmers and have put a lot of love and care into what they do.
Learn more about Cherry Mountain Farm and General Store Here.
Introduction to Blacksmithing
Designed for adults and children ages 8 and up, this class allows participants to forge their own hook and horseshoe knife. During this 1.5 to 2 hour class, students will learn basic forging techniques, an overview of tools and equipment and a brief history of the craft. Please note that at least one parent/guardian must be present for the entire duration of the class. Adults are welcome to join and make their own hook and knife; pricing for adults is the same as kids.
Class sizes are limited so that each student receives instruction tailored to their skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
FULL: Pack Knife Class
This hands on class lasts about 4 hours, and you will leave with your fully finished pack knife with a paracord-wrapped handle! Each blade will be forged using high-quality blade steel. Class sizes are limited so that each student receives instruction tailored to your skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
Source: https://nightowlironworks.as.me/schedule.php
*We recommend that participants be at least 14 years old. A parent or guardian is required to stay with anyone under the age of 18 for the entire duration of the class.*
FULL: Introduction to Blacksmithing
Designed for adults and children ages 8 and up, this class allows participants to forge their own hook and horseshoe knife. During this 1.5 to 2 hour class, students will learn basic forging techniques, an overview of tools and equipment and a brief history of the craft. Please note that at least one parent/guardian must be present for the entire duration of the class. Adults are welcome to join and make their own hook and knife; pricing for adults is the same as kids.
Class sizes are limited so that each student receives instruction tailored to their skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
FULL: Pack Knife Class
This hands on class lasts about 4 hours, and you will leave with your fully finished pack knife with a paracord-wrapped handle! Each blade will be forged using high-quality blade steel. Class sizes are limited so that each student receives instruction tailored to your skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
Source: https://nightowlironworks.as.me/schedule.php
*We recommend that participants be at least 14 years old. A parent or guardian is required to stay with anyone under the age of 18 for the entire duration of the class.*
Introduction to Blacksmithing
Designed for adults and children ages 8 and up, this class allows participants to forge their own hook and horseshoe knife. During this 1.5 to 2 hour class, students will learn basic forging techniques, an overview of tools and equipment and a brief history of the craft. Please note that at least one parent/guardian must be present for the entire duration of the class. Adults are welcome to join and make their own hook and knife; pricing for adults is the same as kids.
Class sizes are limited so that each student receives instruction tailored to their skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
Railroad Spike Knife Class
This hands on class lasts approximately 3 hours, and you will leave with your fully finished railroad spike knife! Class size are limited so that you each student receives instruction tailored to your skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
FULL: Railroad Spike Knife Class
This hands on class lasts approximately 3 hours, and you will leave with your fully finished railroad spike knife! Class size are limited so that you each student receives instruction tailored to your skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
FULL: Pack Knife Class
This hands on class lasts about 4 hours, and you will leave with your fully finished pack knife with a paracord-wrapped handle! Each blade will be forged using high-quality blade steel. Class sizes are limited so that each student receives instruction tailored to your skill level. This is a fun class for beginners and experts alike! Check availability here.
Source: https://nightowlironworks.as.me/schedule.php
*We recommend that participants be at least 14 years old. A parent or guardian is required to stay with anyone under the age of 18 for the entire duration of the class.*
FULL: Custom Knife Class
FULL: This 8 hour class includes lunch from Main Street Market in Rutherfordton! As always, class sizes are limited to ensure that you receive a unique hand's on experience. You leave with a finished blade on the day of your class! Check availability here.
Custom Knife Class
FULL: This 8 hour class includes lunch from Main Street Market in Rutherfordton! As always, class sizes are limited to ensure that you receive a unique hand's on experience. You leave with a finished blade on the day of your class! Check availability here.
FULL: Custom Knife Class
FULL: This 8 hour class includes lunch from Main Street Market in Rutherfordton! As always, class sizes are limited to ensure that you receive a unique hand's on experience. You leave with a finished blade on the day of your class! Check availability here.