Japanese BELL TOWER

Jan 23

In collaboration with the Timber Framers Guild and the Kaniksu Land Trust, Collin proudly hosted an immersive 10-day bell tower workshop in Sandpoint, Idaho. Participants crafted a bell tower designed to house a Nepalese-style bell, created by local sculptor Mark Kubiak, which will be installed on Sandpoint's historic sledding hill for local partner Kaniksu Land Trust.

This world-class training experience featured Japanese master craftsman Kohei Yamamoto, instructor Yann Giguere, and assistant teachers Jordan Finch, Dave Brown, and Dave deLeeuw, alongside myself. The entire event celebrated cultural exchange and community contribution. Concurrent with the workshop, The Timber Framers Guild hosted TimberFest, offering a variety of demonstrations, speakers, and family-friendly events.