Introduction to Wood Carving: A Walking Stick

Instructor: Leo Hein

Date(s): Saturday, August 8, 2026

Time: 10:00 am & 2:00 pm

Ages: 18 + 

Members: $81

Non-Members: $90

Registration deadline: August 4

Description:

Theodore Roosevelt once said "walk softly and carry a big stick." Here's your chance to create a custom walking stick of your own! Perfect for fall hikes and winter strolls. In just four hours under Leo's tutelage you will walk away with a sturdy walking stick and the skills to make many more. Raw sticks and a shaving horse will be provided by the instructor. 

Materials:

All tools and materials will be provided by the instructor

Instructor Bio:

Leo Hein is a master woodcarver and current president of the CT Woodcarvers Association. He began woodcarving at age 4, learning the craft from his mother. As a child, he would carve his own toys including birds, bow and arrows, and ducks. Leo joined the military following high school graduation and later worked in house restoration, engineering, and sign making. He continued to work in restoration for the Carousel Museum & Bushnell Park Museum. Leo has exhibited his work internationally and recently participated in the Big Ink Print Festival at Five Points Arts.

All workshops are held at the Five Points Arts Center, 855 University Drive

Workshops may be cancelled due to low enrollment if a minimum number of participants are not met. Registrants will be notified in advance and a refund or credit will be arranged (see workshop polices below for details).

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