Work Skills Courses
WE BELIEVE IN... Maintaining Traditional Work Skills.
Because a strong back, calloused hands, and good craftsmanship should not be a thing of the past.
Here at the Red Ants Pants Foundation, we believe in teaching and sharing practical skills that can be used in our day-to-day lives, work places, and while we’re out exploring all that Montana has to offer. Each year, using proceeds from our Red Ants Pants Music Festival, we host multi-day Work Skills Courses designed to empower and educate women of all skill levels.
These courses not only provide an opportunity for skill-based development, they are rooted in connection through shared experience. Our courses are intenitionally setup with small student-to-instructor ratios to ensure there is plenty of hands-on experience. Courses fill quickly, please register early.
2025 Work Skills Schedule
Dovetail Joinery ~ April 5-6, 2025
Trailer Backing ~ May 17-18, 2025
Chainsaw 101 ~ September 11-14, 2025
Carpentry 101 ~ September 18-21, 2025
Chainsaw Refresher ~ October 4-5, 2025
Registration
Ready to Register? Please complete the form via our online portal.
Spring course registration opens February 1, 2025 at 8 a.m.
Fall course registration opens April 1, 2025 at 8 a.m.
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Safety is our number one priority. Instructors will provide hands-on technical instruction in a manner that allows participants to feel comfortable and empowered. The course is physically demanding – students must be able to lift 20 lbs, bend at the waist, and be able to be on their feet for several hours at a time. Our courses take place in variable weather conditions and at times on uneven terrain.
We hope you are able to join us, if you require an accommodation in order to participate, please reach out so we can work with you directly. Questions? Contact us!