Denver’s iconic City Park is the site of our first Colorado project in 2025 and we’re providing free lodging! SESSION DATES: April 13-18, April 20-25, and April 27 – May 2 CAPACITY PER SESSION: 6 Volunteers (No Kitchen Helper) PROJECT SUPERVISOR: Denis Moran! SITE INFORMATION: The Denver City Park Lily Ponds, an integral part of Denver’s historic […]
Denver’s iconic City Park is the site of our first Colorado project in 2025 and we’re providing free lodging! SESSION DATES: April 13-18, April 20-25, and April 27 – May 2 CAPACITY PER SESSION: 6 Volunteers (No Kitchen Helper) PROJECT SUPERVISOR: Denis Moran! SITE INFORMATION: The Denver City Park Lily Ponds, an integral part of Denver’s historic […]
Denver’s iconic City Park is the site of our first Colorado project in 2025 and we’re providing free lodging! SESSION DATES: April 13-18, April 20-25, and April 27 – May 2 CAPACITY PER SESSION: 6 Volunteers (No Kitchen Helper) PROJECT SUPERVISOR: Denis Moran! SITE INFORMATION: The Denver City Park Lily Ponds, an integral part of Denver’s historic […]
Brick, Earth, Stone, and Timber (BEST) Preservation Workshops with the National Park Service Location: Wupatki National Monument Dates: April 28 - May 2, 2025 Description: Masonry structures require careful […]
Brick, Earth, Stone, and Timber (BEST) Preservation Workshops with the National Park Service Location: Zion National Park Dates: May 5 - 9, 2025 Description: Dry-stone masonry—where stones are stacked […]
1 Day – 8:00 am to 3:00 pm The decision to repoint a masonry structure is most often related to some obvious signs of deterioration, such as disintegrating mortar, cracks in mortar joints, loose bricks or stones, or damp walls. On the surface, restoration projects may appear straightforward and intuitive, but there’s no substitute for […]
Roll through the hills of Vermont’s Green Mountains as we get set to restore the historic CCC-era pavilion at the Hapgood Pond Recreation Area! SESSION DATES: May 25-30 and June 1-6 CAPACITY PER SESSION: 6 Volunteers (No Kitchen Helper) SITE INFORMATION: The Hapgood Pond Pavilions, nestled within the picturesque Green Mountains of Vermont, represent a rich tapestry […]
Roll through the hills of Vermont’s Green Mountains as we get set to restore the historic CCC-era pavilion at the Hapgood Pond Recreation Area! SESSION DATES: May 25-30 and June 1-6 CAPACITY PER SESSION: 6 Volunteers (No Kitchen Helper) SITE INFORMATION: The Hapgood Pond Pavilions, nestled within the picturesque Green Mountains of Vermont, represent a rich tapestry […]
Perhaps our longest continuing project to date, Forest Lodge is among our most popular volunteer opportunities, and with good reason. Early birds get the worm on this one, so don’t wait to register and we’ll see you on Lake Namakegon! SESSION DATES: June 1-6, June 8-13, June 15-20, and June 22-27 PROJECT SUPERVISOR: Reid Saunders! SITE […]
Perhaps our longest continuing project to date, Forest Lodge is among our most popular volunteer opportunities, and with good reason. Early birds get the worm on this one, so don’t wait to register and we’ll see you on Lake Namakegon! SESSION DATES: June 1-6, June 8-13, June 15-20, and June 22-27 PROJECT SUPERVISOR: Reid Saunders! SITE […]
1 Day – 8:00 am to 3:00 pm The decision to repoint a masonry structure is most often related to some obvious signs of deterioration, such as disintegrating mortar, cracks in mortar joints, loose bricks or stones, or damp walls. On the surface, restoration projects may appear straightforward and intuitive, but there’s no substitute for […]
Perhaps our longest continuing project to date, Forest Lodge is among our most popular volunteer opportunities, and with good reason. Early birds get the worm on this one, so don’t wait to register and we’ll see you on Lake Namakegon! SESSION DATES: June 1-6, June 8-13, June 15-20, and June 22-27 PROJECT SUPERVISOR: Reid Saunders! SITE […]
Get a jump start if you’d like to join us for our return voyage to Idaho! Lover’s of mountain vistas, masonry, and good eating will find solace at last season’s popular destination, the Birch Creek Charcoal Kilns – space is limited and both sessions will likely fill to capacity! SESSION DATES: July 6-11, July 13-18, and […]
Kickstart your career in dry stone masonry with our expert-led course. Gain hands-on experience and industry-relevant skills in stone shaping, cutting, and construction. Build your future, one stone at a time! PERFECT FOR BEGINNERS AND ENTHUSIASTS: NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE NECESSARY HANDS-ON TRAINING: GAIN SKILLS IN BOTH HISTORIC AND MODERN STONE CONSTRUCTION LEARN FROM AN […]
Get a jump start if you’d like to join us for our return voyage to Idaho! Lover’s of mountain vistas, masonry, and good eating will find solace at last season’s popular destination, the Birch Creek Charcoal Kilns – space is limited and both sessions will likely fill to capacity! SESSION DATES: July 6-11, July 13-18, and […]
Get a jump start if you’d like to join us for our return voyage to Idaho! Lover’s of mountain vistas, masonry, and good eating will find solace at last season’s popular destination, the Birch Creek Charcoal Kilns – space is limited and both sessions will likely fill to capacity! SESSION DATES: July 6-11, July 13-18, and […]
1 Day – 8:00 am to 3:00 pm The decision to repoint a masonry structure is most often related to some obvious signs of deterioration, such as disintegrating mortar, cracks in mortar joints, loose bricks or stones, or damp walls. On the surface, restoration projects may appear straightforward and intuitive, but there’s no substitute for […]
1 Day – 8:00 am to 3:00 pm The decision to repoint a masonry structure is most often related to some obvious signs of deterioration, such as disintegrating mortar, cracks in mortar joints, loose bricks or stones, or damp walls. On the surface, restoration projects may appear straightforward and intuitive, but there’s no substitute for […]
Brick, Earth, Stone, and Timber (BEST) Preservation Workshops with the National Park Service Location: Frederick, MD Dates: September 8 - 12, 2025 Description: Historic brick masonry buildings are […]
In this five-day class, instructors will take you through the history and theory of stone construction, making of mortar, and shaping of fieldstone into building stone. Presentations will provide insight into geology and the characteristics of different stone types, the mechanics of splitting and dressing stone, and the evolution of mortar systems from ancient to […]
In this five-day class, instructors will take you through the history and theory of stone construction, making of mortar, and shaping of fieldstone into building stone. Presentations will provide insight into geology and the characteristics of different stone types, the mechanics of splitting and dressing stone, and the evolution of mortar systems from ancient to […]
1 Day – 8:00 am to 3:00 pm The decision to repoint a masonry structure is most often related to some obvious signs of deterioration, such as disintegrating mortar, cracks in mortar joints, loose bricks or stones, or damp walls. On the surface, restoration projects may appear straightforward and intuitive, but there’s no substitute for […]
1 Day – 8:00 am to 3:00 pm The decision to repoint a masonry structure is most often related to some obvious signs of deterioration, such as disintegrating mortar, cracks in mortar joints, loose bricks or stones, or damp walls. On the surface, restoration projects may appear straightforward and intuitive, but there’s no substitute for […]
1 Day – 8:00 am to 3:00 pm The decision to repoint a masonry structure is most often related to some obvious signs of deterioration, such as disintegrating mortar, cracks in mortar joints, loose bricks or stones, or damp walls. On the surface, restoration projects may appear straightforward and intuitive, but there’s no substitute for […]