Introduction:

We ask you to bring some tools to the courses, not every tool you'll use in a class, but those that you (and we) would consider personal and necessary for you to continue to develop as a woodworker.

 Safety gear:

• Ear protection
  We recommend that you bring ear protection that works for you. Some folks like ear plugs, others like ear defenders. If you're unsure which will work for you we recommend trying cheap ear plugs and seeing if you can be comfortable wearing them for 20 minutes. If you get uncomfortable we recommend you use ear defenders. They are reasonably priced at most hardware stores.
• Eye protection
  Polycarbonate lenses in eyeglasses can provide some dust protection but dust can still get in around the sides. We recomend that you get some goggles that work for you. The goggles should sit firmly on your face and, if you wear glasses, sit comfortably over your glasses. Again goggles are available at your local hardware store.
  One word of warning: There are goggles available that have rows of tiny vents above the lenses for ventilation - these are not recommended as they can let a lot of dust in - especially when routing.
  
• Dust protection/ Face Mask
  A little dust goes an awful long way. We recommend that you use a disposable mask like a 3M R8511es Respirator Dust Mask. This mask has a couple of straps, an exhalation valve (this is less likely to fog up your glasses) and is lightweight. This is a pretty heavy duty mask and will last a couple of months in the shop. Cost in the $5-6 range.
  

  We've got many questions about where to get this type of mask. In Port Townsend Admiral Ship Supply in Boat Haven is a good place. Edensaw also stocks similar masks.

  In Seattle we'd suggest Woodcraft plus any of the stores that service the marine trades.

Tool List for the Two Week Courses

 We'll expand this list with recommended models and approximate prices soon.

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