Blacksmithing

Available at: Black Mountain, Cyphers Mine, French Henry, Metcalf Station

The sound of a hammer hitting iron reverberates across the landscapes encompassing Black Mountain, Cyphers Mine, French Henry, Metcalf Station, and Rayado/Kit Carson. At these locations, our skilled blacksmiths will introduce you to the operation of a functional forge, blower, leg vice, hardie, and various tongs utilized for handling red-hot iron. They will offer insights and showcase methods for heating the forge, shaping metal, and refining the final outcome through tempering techniques.