Historic Blacksmith - Volunteer Training
Thank you for your interest in supporting the historic farm as a Historic Blacksmith. TThe Daniel Arnold Historic Farm is located within Carriage Hill MetroPark and offers a captivating glimpse into the past, attracting visitors every year. This unique destination provides more than just an overview of history; it presents an engaging and immersive journey back to the 19th century, where visitors can uncover the rich stories of the Arnold family and the vibrant life of farming during that era.
A main attractions for visitors is the blacksmith shop, which served as an essential hub for crafting and repairing the tools that kept the farm running smoothly. The pride in craftsmanship comes to life as volunteers demonstrate techniques and assist with projects on the current farm.
We invite you to join our passionate volunteers, many of whom bring their own experience in metalwork and small tools. Training will prepare you to share skills and stories, ensuring that every visit to the farm is not just a look back in time but an interactive experience for all. Come and be inspired by the legacy of hard work, creativity, and community at Carriage Hill MetroPark! Historic Blacksmith volunteers will be required to complete an annual check-off of safe demonstration of blacksmith skills.
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE? This opportunity is open to individual long-term volunteers ages 18 and up, who have completed their volunteer onboarding qualifications (Volunteer Handbook Signature, Completed Volunteer Profile) and an eligible background check. Historic Blacksmiths also need to be qualified as Historic Interpreters. New to MetroParks volunteering? Click here to learn more about how to become a volunteer!
GET STARTED!
Step 1: Once you have completed the Historic Interpreter Volunteer Training, follow these steps to qualify as a Historic Blacksmith on the Daniel Arnold Historic Farm at Carriage Hill MetroPark
Step 2: Watch the brief Historic Blacksmith Interpretation video below
Step 3: Review the Historic Blacksmith Manual and take the Historic Blacksmith Quiz below
Step 4: Once your quiz has been reviewed and your virtual training qualification has been approved, you will be able to respond to the shadow experience opportunities.
SHADOW EXPERIENCES: This is an opportunity for you to observe and practice the skills necessary for a volunteer opportunity with a qualified volunteer and/or staff person. Volunteers complete shadow experiences to gain practice and master essential skills. You will need to successfully demonstrate the tasks of a Historic Blacksmith in order to be checked off and qualify as a Historic Blacksmith at the Daniel Arnold Farm.
Once your Historic Blacksmith qualifications are complete, you can begin signing up for opportunities!
Want to Branch Out?
Want to explore other ways to get involved? There are many volunteer opportunities across MetroParks that offer similar experiences, skills, or ways to make an impact.
Exploring multiple opportunities is a great way to stay involved, build new skills, and experience different parts of the parks!
Have questions?
Reach out to the Volunteer Services team at volunteer.services@metroparks.org or 937-275-7275 and ask to speak with a Volunteer Coordinator. You can also join us at a Volunteer Open House, an in-person opportunity to learn more about volunteering with Five Rivers MetroParks.
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