Explore the world of forging through the Forging Foundation’s two -day Forge the Future Summer Camp. Students 11-15 years old will have the opportunity to tour a forging facility, participate in STEAM and team building activities, and learn how to forge. Plus, campers will get to take home their own forging!
The goal of Forge the Future Camp is to…
- Expose students to manufacturing and the forging industry at a young age.
- Engage kids in hands on activities related to STEM, and more specifically - the forging industry.
- Create memorable experiences for children in your community.
- Educate both kids and their families about manufacturing careers.
- Build the future of forging and keep the industry strong for the next generation!
What is Forging? Forging is a manufacturing process where metal is pressed, pounded or squeezed under great pressure into high strength parts known as forgings. The process is normally (but not always) performed hot by preheating the metal to a desired temperature before it is worked. It is important to note that the forging process is entirely different from the casting (or foundry) process, as metal used to make forged parts is never melted and poured (as in the casting process). Check out this short video to learn about forging and where you can find forgings all around you: What Is Forging?
2023 CAMP SCHEDULE:
July 10-11, 2023
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (ET) – both days
Cuyahoga Community College
Advanced Technology Training Center
3409 Woodland Ave, Cleveland, OH 44115
Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Campers will need their own transportation to and from camp.
REGISTRATION FEE: $75
Register online at www.fierf.org/summer-camps.
For more information please contact Amanda Dureiko at amanda@forging.org or call 216-781-6260.
