What Students are Saying!

Jean M., Ontario, Canada
And yet another outstanding week! It could never be said enough for you both – the best, the most engaging, challenging, rewarding time an adult can spend happens here year after year. It never ceases to amaze me how these encounters grow, not only on you but inward, to your soul.

Tyler A., Beaverton, OR
Thank you both so, so much for such an amazing experience this year as an Intern. The knowledge and experience gained, along with the connections I created, are invaluable and will serve me for the rest of my life. Thank you also for creating such a welcoming and encouraging space for people to come together to learn and share their woodworking & general life knowledge. Never in my life have I felt so supported or so inspired – and that all starts at the top with you two!

August R., Forest Hill, MD
The school and the class exceeded my expectations. So many things were beyond what I expected…The school is definitely operated by a staff who care immensely about what they do and are driven to provide a firsthand experience and deliver it with a smile and joy in their hearts. You certainly attract the highest level of craftspeople, but the experience wouldn’t be the same without all the lovely folks who make the school hum on a daily basis. From my experience in working in a competitive environment it is so refreshing to see the team have no egos or attitudes with whatever they are working on. This level of kindness will stick with me for some time to come and will leave an indelible impression on all involved at MASW.

Dan P. Herod, IL
I have recommended your school to family members and expect some to attend this year. I found every aspect of your program to be excellent: course selection, instructors, staff, equipment, lodging, food, etc. Hope to see you again before too long. Keep up the great work.

Tracy T. – My Gift Box
I was presented with a memory box in honor of my son (SPC Kenneth J Iwasinski) who was killed in action on October 14, 2007, in Baghdad Iraq. He was in the Army infantry.

I am grateful that these amazing men and women from Send Me Outdoors took their time to make me this very special memory box.

You really know you are thought about and loved when someone takes the time to create a gift for you. With this box, I will always have my son near me and many of the special gifts I receive in his honor, I will be able to keep them together and safe.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for giving the Send Me Outdoors organization the opportunity to learn and grow at your facility. I thank you for teaching them some of the skills to be able to make this extremely special gift for me.

Keith B., Bedford, IN
Thank you so much for operating such a wonderful school. I have been one of your students for 16 years and would continue were it not for my Parkinson’s disease. My first class – Build a Blanket Chest with Graham Blackburn convinced me that I wanted to become a Master Craftsman. The ice cream dispenser is a great recruiting tool! One of the characteristics of your students is that they are people you would seek out as friends – your staff too. I will continue to make furniture and boxes in my own shop – please send me the annual catalog, I want to see what I’m missing.

Lynda R., Cape May, NJ
A while back I had asked my brother if he could make a display case for our father’s veteran’s flag. After this past trip to your woodworking school, he brought back a beautiful display case for which he gave you credit. It’s nice to know that people like yourself and the other volunteers appreciate the service and dedication of our veterans. My brother and I sincerely thank you for your generosity.

Tim W., Brownsburg, IN
Although I have only attended classes at MASW for two years, your selection of instructors is amazing. For the classes I enrolled in, each had a different teaching style, but all were focused on the fundamentals related to not only what you were doing – but more importantly, why. My only regret is that I did not know about MASW sooner!

Eli L., Greenwood, IN
Because of the Roger Cliff Memorial Foundation Scholarship, I was able to take The Joy of Blade Smithing, with Matthew Parkinson. During this class, I forged, ground, quenched, and sharpened three knives. I learned many different metal working skills, all of which I have already used in different areas of my life. The experiences that I had during my class encouraged me to apply for the internship that MASW offers. I took two more classes during this internship, and I plan to apply for the internship again next year. I demonstrated the work and the skills I learned during my time at Marc Adams at my local 4-H club. During the June meeting, I played a slide show of the skills learned and encouraged other people my age to go. I believe that the skills that Marc Adams teaches are very important. I have learned about many different woodworking and metal working tools, as well as different techniques during my time at MASW. The skills that I learned will benefit me throughout my life, and I am so thankful that I have the opportunity to attend MASW. Thank you for supporting people like me!

Your Brother in Arms, Billy M., Ashville, NC
I am so happy that you are celebrating your 30th year. You all have touched so many that are so hungry for more!!! So, I hope that I can help make things last longer by helping and taking more classes!!! Things are just as amazing as every year!!! The staff was amazing!!!! As always!!! I wanted to be taking all of the classes going on. I love you all and am so grateful I found you all!!!!

Aaron J. Lehi, UT
I wanted to take a moment and let you know how much I enjoyed spending a week with you and your staff learning about joinery. I feel I gained a number of very valuable skills and hopefully they will translate into some real improvements for the projects I take on. However, the most profound part of that week came from a quote you have on the wall. “What can I do today, with the skills I have, to make a difference in someone’s life.” I took a picture of that and have it as my wallpaper on my phone.
Honestly, I just wanted to say thank you. You have a beautiful school, and Steve & I loved your class. At one point Steve said to me, “These are our people”. Funny how different we all are yet the same. Your quote has also had a big impact on my life the last few weeks and I hope to answer your question, “What can I do?” daily. Have a wonderful day and I hope to see you again next year. God bless you and yours.

Curtis P., Indianapolis, IN
Thanks for the opportunity to attend the woodworking school. This is a week that I will remember forever. You and your staff were the best. The thing I admired most was your giving hearts. Thanks for being a blessing to so many that come. 

Pete B., Bloomington, IN
I am sincerely grateful. There is more. The process of learning and sharing at MASW is at the top of my life’s experiences. You and your staff and the artists and students you attract have created an incomparable human experience of community. When I look at the class photo and see the faces of people, I’ve only known a week, I get a little emotional. It was wonderful.

Coleman D., Hopedale, OH
Thank you for the opportunity to learn at the Marc Adams School of Woodworking. I am so appreciative of the grant that I received through the Roger Cliffe Memorial Foundation. The grant allowed me to attend Gary Striegler’s Executive Desk class and now I have made some great connections, friends and memories, while building a beautiful desk. Both the grant and the school have enabled me to pursue my passion for art and the trade of woodworking, and I can’t wait for my next class.

Norb W., Batavia, OH
Just a note to say thanks for another great week at your program.

Dale D., Holland, MI
We wanted to thank you for the charity event at Marc Adams School of Woodworking in March. We work at the Mobility Worldwide West Michigan shop in Holland, Michigan. Besides having a great time being, as Conrad said, covered in sawdust, we were able to meet a lot of woodworkers who have a heart for others. Meeting the representatives of the other charities reinforced our belief in the giving heart of Americans. Again, thank you for your gift and for the amazing event that you host. Your staff and volunteers are just outstanding, and it gives us great joy to spread the story of the incredible school that you have created.

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