Small Scale Hay Making

fri25jul(jul 25)9:00 amsun27(jul 27)5:00 pmSmall Scale Hay MakingThis unique three-day class will cover the process of making loose hay using a variety of traditional methods- from the scythe to the sickle bar mower, from hand rakes to animal-powered lifts.

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This unique three-day class will cover the process of making loose hay using a variety of traditional methods- from the scythe to the sickle bar mower, from hand rakes to animal-powered lifts. Students in the class will work with their own hands, with draft animals, and with a variety of tools as we put up loose hay and construct a hand rake to take back home and use. This class is ideal for homesteaders and small farmers with a few animals or living history professionals wanting to build their skills.

Time

July 25, 2025 9:00 am - July 27, 2025 5:00 pm(GMT+00:00)

Location

Tiller's International

10515 E O P Ave

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Tom Nehil

Tom Nehil is a structural engineer in Kalamazoo, Michigan, where he specializes in evaluation, preservation and adaptive reuse of historic buildings. He maintains an active interest in the Association for Preservation Technology, the National Trust for Historic Preservation, and the American Concrete Institute. He is a regular instructor at Tillers where he teaches wood identification, timber frame design, and traditional stone masonry.

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Make It an Immersive Getaway

Turn your multi-day class into a full experience with our Lodging + Class Bundle. When you book a stay at Cook’s Mill Manor — a scenic, comfortable guesthouse located right here on the farm — you’ll receive 10% off your multi-day class.


Wake up to quiet views of the farm, relax by the fireplace at night, and deepen your learning by staying just steps from your workshop.


Use promo code BUNDLE10 at checkout to receive your class discount. View lodging options and plan your immersive getaway today.


Note: The Lodging + Multi-Day Class Bundle discount requires booking a stay at Cook’s Mill Manor via Airbnb. If lodging is not booked by the class start date, the 10% class discount will be removed, and you will be charged the full class price.



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