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Join us for our Regular Monthly Meeting at the ClearWater Arts Center and Studios, where members and guests gather to immerse themselves in the art of turning, share projects, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow enthusiasts.

Sam McDowell will be our guest demonstrator for the August meeting.  Sam lives in Statesville, NC and is a retired Air Force pilot and retired commercial airline pilot.  He now spends a lot of his time turning wood and sharing his knowledge with other woodturners. He has demonstrated at clubs around the country and has been a demonstrator at the N.C. Woodturners Symposium. For our demonstration, Sam will focus on turning green wood. He will explain a bit about the physiology of green wood, as well as how to harvest, cut and turn the wood. As part of his demonstration, he’ll bring his 26” battery-operated Echo chainsaw and will show us how to turn a log into a perfect blank for turning. He’ll then turn the green wood blank into a thin-walled bowl, avoiding the process normally used for turning green wood that involves rough-turning a bowl blank, followed by a long drying process before turning the rough blank to its final form.

Just like all our gatherings, if you're feeling unwell or exhibiting any symptoms of illness, we kindly request that you stay home. Many of our members are part of high-risk groups, and safeguarding everyone's health remains a top priority.

Are you curious about SPW but not yet a member? Drop by and explore the benefits of joining our vibrant community.

Whether you're investigating the craft to see what it is about, a novice seeking to improve your turning skills or broaden your turning portfolio, or a seasoned veteran, our meetings provide a welcoming space for all.