ROUTER 101 - An Intro to Woodworking Routers

The router table is considered to be one of the most important tools in any woodshop. This is due to it versatility of use along with its ability to make cuts precisely, accurately, and repeatably with little effort.

This class will be broken up into two sessions. 

The first session, which all attendees must attend, will be held in the classroom where we will go over topics such as:

• Definitions/Terms/Names/Purpose of Routers & Related Items
• Explain why you'd use a router and what it can do
• How to Safely use a Router
• How to select the correct router bit for your purpose
• Some Hands on with Hand Routers
  

The second session (Router 101-Lab Session) will give you the chance to actually get hands on experience using the router table and how to do a multitude of cuts & adjustments to the table.

Lab Session Dates Are:

• Tue 11/19/24 @ 6:30pm
• Thur 11/21/24 @6:30pm
  
• Sun 11/24/24 @ 2pm (Note: This session will be opened up only if more than 8 people sign up for the class)
  

NOTE:  If you DO NOT attend the 11/18 class, you will not be able to attend the lab session. 

Refunds/Credits will not be provided should you fail to cancel your registration 5 days in advance of 11/18/24.

About the Instructor:

Jon Alt is a self taught tinkerer and woodworker who has focused most of his time in the woodshop building mid-century modern furniture along with various other smaller projects . 

During his time as the former woodshop manager at Twin Cities Maker he particularly enjoyed time sharing his knowledge about the tools, and the safe operation of them with members.