I really liked this trip. Not very often are we offered the experience to watch and join in on a blacksmith's work. To my surprise it is a lot like they show in the movies. Like in pirate movies when they have the blacksmith making swords. Although Aaron doesn't make very many swords the process is similar. Using heating and cooling to form the iron, using a forge, anvil, water and a hammer. Aaron's studio was very calm and had a earthy vibe, espically with the presence of his dog, Wiley. It felt like a spot where you could be very creative and still get a lot done. I also enjoyed hammering the hot metal, at first I was a little nervous; I dislike hot things. But as I started it was a lot of fun and I had nothing to worry about. It was intresting to see the plain iron form into a hanger in the course of 2 hours. It was a long a process and I can't imagine working with metal all day everyday, but it was a fun experience. And wow, Aaron must be strong. It's quite the workout. Overall I really enjoyed being involved with a blacksmith's work. I had a great time thanks to Aaron, Zach, Wiley, Frank, our chaperones and our class!

-Lisa