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Red River Valley Woodcarvers

"To promote camaraderie among woodcarvers and encourage the continuance of the art through education, public display, and civic involvement."

Dala Horse Class rescheduled


Red River Valley Wood Carving club member Alan Pearson will be teaching how to carve the traditional Swedish Dala horse. This class will cover just the carving of the horse. There will be a separate class March 2 on the painting of the horse.

This is an ideal class for someone that is wanting to give woodcarving a try. The class will cover carving safety, tool selection, reading wood grain as well as different carving techniques. We will primarily be using a carving knife and an optional #3 gouge. There will be safety equipment and tools available to borrow.

The class is $40 for club members and $45 for non-members to be paid to Red River Valley Woodcarvers. There will be a blank fee of $10 paid directly to the instructor on the day of the class. You must pre-register for the class.

Our classes are held at the Moorhead American Legion Post 21 at 303 N. 30st St. Class starts at 9:00 am, with a break at 10:30 for the Red River Valley Woodcarvers meeting. After the meeting is lunch. A cheeseburger basket is included in the class fee. You will need to purchase your own beverage. You are welcome to go out for lunch, but no outside food or drink is allowed in the Legion.

“Red River Valley Woodcarvers” and “American Legion Post 21” are not responsible for any injuries or illness incurred relating to this class.

Learn more about our organization and future classes on our webpage Red River Valley Woodcarvers.

To register online click here.

September Kick Off

We are kicking off the 2023-2024 carving season! Our first class and meeting will be held on September 9. Although there has been a good turnout for the weekday carving, it will be nice to see the whole group come together for our official meetings.

If you are not taking the class, feel free to bring some projects to work on as there will be open carving during the class. The meeting will be held at 10:30. Don’t forget to bring a show and tell.

To register online click here.

46th Annual Red River Valley International Wood Arts Festival

April 15-16

Saturday – 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Sunday – 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Tickets available at the door: $5/person or $10/family, children 12 and under are free

Don’t miss this chance to see artists showcasing their work and see the Fargo Air Museum, 1609 19th Ave N., Fargo, ND.

February Class/Meeting Changes

Our February Class and Meeting has been moved to February 4th. The meeting will be at In the Chips, 303 21st St N, Moorhead.

November meeting cancelled

Due to an event happening at the American Legion, our November meeting has been cancelled.

Summer Schedule

We do not have our club meetings during the summer months, but that doesn’t mean we don’t carve together June through August. Please consider joining us:

Tuesdays – we meet at the Holms Center in Detroit Lakes from 12-4.

Thursdays – We meet at the Moorhead American Legion from 11-4.

Old World Chip Carving March 5

Shelf Wizard class January 8, 9-4

Spoon Carving Class – December 11, 9-4pm

Red River Valley Wood Carving club member, Chris Pinotti will be teaching how to carve a decorative spoon out of basswood. The designs include variations of the celtic knot. Chris assures us that although it looks complicated, it can be completed by a beginner. More experienced carvers can add elements for more of a challenge.


This is a project a beginner can do, but some experience with carving is beneficial. You will use a knife, v-tool, and some gouges. There are tools to borrow if you don’t have any. Please note on the registration form.


The class is $35 paid to Red River Valley Woodcarvers a materials fee of $10 paid to Chris on the day of the class. You must pre-register for the class. You do not need to be a member to take the class.


Our classes are held at the Moorhead American Legion Post 21 at 303 N. 30st St. Class starts at 9:00 am, with a break at 10:30 for the Red River Valley Woodcarvers meeting. After the meeting is lunch. A cheeseburger basket is included in the class fee. You will need to purchase your own beverage. You are welcome to go out for lunch, but no outside food or drink is allowed in the Legion.


“Red River Valley Woodcarvers” and “American Legion Post 21” are not responsible for any injuries or illness incurred relating to this class.
Learn more about our organization and future classes on our webpage Red River Valley Woodcarvers .

Click below for the mail in registration form.

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