Green woodworking can imply more than just the general notion of working wood that is still relatively fresh with a high moisture content. Among other things, the term connotes the idea of working with nature, sensitively considering the unique attributes … Continue reading
Back in June, I wrote a post about splitting a large maple crook. Here it is again, sitting on a rock in the Little Shenango River. The arch from head through tail follows the grain of the crook, and the … Continue reading
WHEN all the world is young, lad, And all the trees are green; And every goose a swan, lad, And every lass a queen; — Charles Kingsley, Young and Old Charles Kingsley’s simple wonderful lines of youthful optimism were running through my … Continue reading
