Activities:      Bladesmithing, Hawk forging, Leather Crafting, Forge Building, Flint Knapping, Anything Knife Related

Who:    Anyone interested in knives, knife making, hawks, leather work, collecting, trading, etc. Watch, meet and talk with several talented bladesmiths, master leather craftsmen, collectors, etc. Watch old discarded steel, scrap metal, wood and bone transformed into functional works of art.

General:   Craftsmen from several states, finished knives on display, collections on display, etc. Family oriented event, Behave! No unsafe or reckless behavior will be tolerated.

Additional:   “Iron in the Hat” event Saturday to help fund event. Please bring usable item for this event.  Chance to pick up valuable plunder - knifemaking materials, parts and pieces. Strictly voluntary, participation encouraged.  

Accommodations:    Full hook-up & primitive camping available (check web site), Trackrock is an excellent campground and very well maintained. Several motels near:Blairsville and Young Harris. Contact Trackrock Campground for further information at above website.

Saturday BBQ:   Details to be announced. Limited vending on site so bring your eats/drinks otherwise.