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Design a custom house sign: choose shape, lettering style, and decorative elements.
Learn basic woodworking skills: measuring, cutting, sanding, drilling, and safe tool use (with hand tools and supervised power tools).
Practice finishing techniques: paint, stain, sealer, and simple distressing or embellishment.
Personalize projects with stencils, hand-painting, and hardware for hanging.

Schedule (sample)

Day 1: Intro to workshop safety and tools; sketching designs; select materials and cut basic shapes.
Day 2: Lettering and layout; refine cuts; begin sanding and assembly.
Day 3: Decorative detailing; practice paint and stain samples; apply first coats.
Day 4: Final finishes; attach hanging hardware; showcase and take home projects.

What to bring and wear

Closed‑toe shoes
Old clothes or an apron (materials may stain)
A reusable water bottle; light snack if needed
Sunscreen and hat for outdoor breaks (weather permitting)

Safety and supervision

Instructor-to-student ratio kept low for hands‑on guidance.
All tools introduced gradually; safety briefings repeated daily.
Protective gear provided (safety glasses, masks as needed).

Outcomes

Each camper leaves with a completed decorative house sign ready to hang.
Practical woodworking skills, confidence using basic tools, and experience planning and finishing a small project.

Registration details

Sessions run Monday–Thursday, half‑day (morning or afternoon options).
Materials and most supplies included; families informed of any optional extra-cost items.
Suitable for beginners; prior woodworking experience not required.

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Cutting Boards Woodworking Summer Camp Ages 9–12 | Monday–Thursday | Half‑day sessions

Camp overview Introduce young makers to basic woodworking through a focused, hands‑on project: building a custom cutting board. Over four half‑day sessions, campers learn safe tool use, fundamental joinery, sanding and finishing techniques, and design choices like wood selection and board shape. Projects use hand tools and age‑appropriate power tools under close instructor supervision. Each camper takes home a finished, food‑safe cutting board at the end of the week.

What campers will learn

Workshop safety and personal protective equipment (PPE)
Proper use of hand tools: chisels, rasps, planes, coping saws
Introduction to beginner power tools (depending on site): benchtop sander, drill, small planer
Measuring, marking, and cutting to layout
Gluing and clamping techniques for laminating boards
Edge shaping, routing basics (optional), and smoothing
Food‑safe finishing: oiling and maintenance tips
Design fundamentals: grain direction, contrasting woods, handle and juice groove options

Daily schedule (sample)

Day 1: Orientation, safety, measuring and designing boards, cutting initial blanks
Day 2: Gluing and clamping laminates, basic shaping and removing excess material
Day 3: Sanding progression, routing edges/handles (if available), fine shaping
Day 4: Final sanding, food‑safe finish application, cleanup, showcase and take‑home

Logistics

Ages: 9–12
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, half‑day sessions (morning or afternoon options)
Group size: Small groups to ensure individual attention (typical ratio 1:6–1:8)
What to bring: Closed‑toe shoes, weather‑appropriate clothing that can get dusty, a water bottle. Materials and PPE provided.
Safety: All activities are supervised by experienced instructors. Campers receive a safety orientation and are taught tool use at a pace appropriate to their age and skill level.

Outcomes Campers leave with a practical, handmade cutting board and a basic woodworking skill set they can build on. The experience reinforces measurement, patience, attention to detail, and safe tool habits.

Registration and contact Spaces are limited. For session dates, pricing, and to register, contact the camp organizer or visit the camp’s registration page. Include camper name, age, preferred session (morning or afternoon), and any relevant medical or accessibility information when registering.

Cutting Boards Woodworking Summer Camp Ages 9–12 | Monday–Thursday, 4 ½ day sessions

Overview This four-day camp introduces campers to basic woodworking through the design and creation of a personalized cutting board. Campers will learn safe tool use, measuring and layout, sanding and finishing, and basic wood joinery while practicing patience, precision, and creative problem solving. No prior woodworking experience required.

Schedule (Monday–Thursday) Day 1 — Design & Safety

Welcome, introductions, and camp goals
Workshop safety briefing and personal protective equipment (PPE) orientation
Basic tool demonstration (measuring tools, hand tools, clamps, sanders)
Introduction to wood species and grain patterns
Sketching cutting board designs and selecting wood pieces
Team activity: measuring and marking stock for cutting

Day 2 — Cutting & Joinery

Review safety procedures and tool handling
Hands-on: cutting and ripping stock to size (with instructor supervision)
Demonstration and practice of simple joinery techniques (edge glue-up, biscuits or dowels as appropriate)
Clamping and glue-up of laminated board blanks
Clean-up and end-of-day inspection

Day 3 — Shaping & Sanding

Inspection of glued boards; discuss any needed adjustments
Marking and cutting outline shapes (rectangular, rounded corners, handles)
Using sanding tools safely; progressive sanding grits for smoothness
Adding non-slip feet or juice grooves (optional)
Beginning of final sanding and prepping for finish

Day 4 — Finishing & Presentation

Final sanding and surface preparation
Applying food-safe finishes (mineral oil, wax, or board oil) and discussing maintenance
Attaching optional details (handles, hang holes, rubber feet)
Final inspection and polishing
Camper presentations: show-and-tell of finished cutting boards and what they learned
Camp wrap-up and safe tool storage procedures

Learning Objectives

Practice workshop safety and responsible tool use
Learn how to measure, mark, and cut wood accurately
Understand basic edge-joining techniques and clamping practices
Develop sanding and finishing skills appropriate for food-safe projects
Build confidence in planning and completing a hands-on project from concept to finished product

Materials & Tools (provided)

Assorted hardwood blanks (maple, walnut, cherry, etc.)
Clamps, hand tools, sanders, measuring tools, saws (instructor-supervised)
Food-safe oils and finishing waxes
Safety gear: safety glasses, hearing protection, dust masks
Consumables: sandpaper, glue, fasteners

What Campers Should Bring

Closed-toe shoes
Comfortable clothing that can get dusty
A reusable water bottle
Optional: a small sketchbook or photos for design inspiration

Instructor Ratio & Safety

Small group sizes with a maximum instructor-to-camper ratio of 1:6
All power tool use supervised by trained instructors
Emergency contact and medical forms required at check-in

Registration Details

Camp runs Monday through Thursday, four consecutive days
Age range: 9–12
Bring required forms and any allergy/medical information at drop-off

Outcome Each camper leaves with a completed, food-safe cutting board and practical woodworking skills

Turner Wood Designs

Cherry Hill, New Jersey, 08002
turnerwooddesigns@gmail.com
(856) 254-2655