Scything for beginners

Date: 
24 March 2012
Tutor: 
David Mason
Cost: 
£65 including use of tools and all refreshments
Time: 
9 - 4
Price: £65.00

For those who know the technique, scythes are much more pleasant to use than strimmers, especially the Austrian model that you will be using.  Come and spend a day learning how it’s done.

Course content:

  • Scythe components
  • Sharpening using jig, hammer & stone
  • Peening
  • Technique - body movement
  • Practical work on nettles etc. and grass

You will mainly be using Austrian scythes (a superior model!).  We will have brochures so that you can buy your own if you like them.

Click on David Mason's name above to see more about him.

 

What to Bring: 

Strong boots

Work gloves

Hat

Waterproof clothing just in case

Any scythes you might have