2022 Spring Workshop Schedule!

The DSC is excited to present our 2022 Spring Workshop and Events schedule. Click on the dates below for more information and to purchase and register.

Introductory Workshops are designed for drystone enthusiasts with little to no previous experience who would like to gain a basic understanding of dry stone construction techniques.  This workshop is also the standard point of entry for those who may have done trail work, landscaping, and hardscaping who wish to better their working knowledge of the craft. The pace will be comfortable and participants will learn the fundamental skills needed to build and repair a typical rock fence or retaining wall.

Introductory Retaining Wall Workshop April 30 and May 1 in Loretto, KY - This introductory workshop will take places at the World Famous Maker’s Mark Distillery. Participants will help restore a historic retaining wall on site at the distillery. This workshop will be led by Neil Rippingale. A tasting and tour will follow the second day.

Introductory Retaining Wall Workshop, May 14-15 in Salem, NY - This introductory retaining wall workshop will take place at Salem Art Works in Salem, NY. Alex Miller, DSC Journeyman, will lead the workshop in rebuilding a low-height (2-3ft tall) existing retaining wall (perfect for home hobbyists/gardeners), learning the fundamentals along the way. On-site accommodations are available as well, click here for those details.

Introductory Rock Fence Workshop, May 21-22 in Salem, NY - This introductory rock fence workshop will also take place at Salem Art Works in Salem, NY. Alex Miller, DSC Journeyman, will lead the workshop in building a new rock fence (4ft tall) installation learning the fundamentals of free standing rock fences along the way. On-site accommodations are available as well, click here for those details.

Introductory Rock Fence Workshop June 10-11 in Lexington, KY - The introductory rock fence workshop will take place at McConnell Springs Park in Lexington, KY. Participants will continue building along a freestanding rock fence in the historic Lexington park.

Certification Exams will be held at Lower Howard’s Creek Nature and Heritage Preserve in Clark County, KY on a date to be determined. For more information on our Certification Program please refer to the Certification Program Packet here. To register for certifications for any level please click here. For other questions be contact dscadmin@drystone.org or call 859-266-4807.