In this two day workshop you will learn how to build a  Batch Style Rocket Mass Heater. Learn about the principals behind creating these high temperature, beautiful, and efficient wood burning stoves.

This hands on class is located at Spiritwood Natural Building, in Victor Montana. Attendees will join Katherine and Daniel Ray of Spiritwood Natural Building to build a rocket mass heater in an existing earthen sauna.

This class will demonstrate the materials and tools needed to build your own stove. Participants will gain hands on experience building a  batch box rocket mass heater.

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Participants will also receive a tour of four complete structures; a balecob home, strawbale workshop, balecob guest studio, and pallet cob chicken coop. Included in the tour are 3 Rocket Mass Heaters (batch and J-style) for winter heat,  earthen floors, and many other natural elements for discussion. Learn how you can build a home for less than a year of rent and still be comfortable and warm.

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A first come first serve guest cottage (sleeps 2)  and pop up camper (sleeps 4) is available to rent on upon request on a first pay first serve basis. Camp sites are available at no cost. Please inquire ahead about availability for parking live in vehicles. Composting toilet and an outdoor shower are available for use.​

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Those joining us are welcome to explore the 5 acre property, forage (many berries), swim in the ponds, and walk to the frisbee golf course just down the road.

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We love animals, but unfortunately no pets are allowed.

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Food: 

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An outdoor kitchen is available for community use with staples provided (rice, bread, sugar, tea, coffee, etc.) as well as many greens from the garden. The first evening of the class we will host a pizza party using our cob oven.

Space is limited to 10 participants.

Date: Saturday-Sunday August 22-23

Start Time: 11am, August 22

Cost: $290

5% discount for family + friends participating together

Location: SpiritWood Natural Building, Victor, MT