TimberFest 2026
Join us August 20-23 and enjoy some timber framing, camping, fishing, and Guild magic!
We return to the Griswold Scout Reservation (Gilmanton Iron Works, New Hampshire) in August 2026 for an action-packed weekend of framing, informative talks, and tons of activities!
This year's TimberFest will have lots of options for everyone. In addition to the recreational opportunities available at the Scout Camp and the hands-on build, we'll also be hosting TTRAG (Traditional Timberframe Research & Advisory Group), as well as the TFEC (Timber Frame Engineering Council).
Schedule of Events
Thursday, August 20
| Time | TTRAG/TFEC | TimberFest |
|---|---|---|
| 12 p.m. | Registration Opens | |
| 2 p.m. | In Situ Assessment of Historic Trusses - Jaret Lynch | |
| 4 p.m. | Trades Education: Interns & Beyond - Arron Sturgis | |
| 5:30 p.m. | Day 1 Concludes | |
| 6:30 p.m. | Dinner |
Friday, August 21
| Time | TTRAG/TFEC | TimberFest |
|---|---|---|
| 7:30 a.m. | Breakfast - Mobile Espresso Open! | |
| 8:30 a.m. | Timber Frame Engineering: What Does it Take? - David Connolly | Registration Opens & Workshop Begins |
| 10 a.m. | Dutch Houses in New England - Ian Stewart | |
| 12 p.m. | Lunch | |
| 1 p.m. | Historic Timber Bridge Trusses - Jan Lewandoski | |
| 2:30 p.m. | Timber Grading - Brian Malone & Jaret Lynch | |
| 5 p.m. | All: Grab a refreshing beverage! | |
| 5:30 p.m. | All: TFG Member Meeting | |
| 6:30 p.m. | All: Dinner & Brief History of Gilmanton with John Dickey | |
| 7:30 p.m. | Campfire/Jam Session for All! |
Saturday, August 22
| Time | TTRAG/TFEC | TimberFest |
|---|---|---|
| 7 a.m. | Breakfast | Breakfast |
| 8 a.m. | Engineering of Raised Bottom Chords - Sam Wilkes | Get to work on that frame! with Liz Johndrow, Sarah Highland, & Ariel Burns |
| 9 a.m. | "Hideous & Howling Wilderness": Evidence of the Original Forests in New England - Jack Sobon | (for the kids! fairy house building expedition) |
| 10:30 a.m. | Structural Adventures: Chapels, Churches, & Cathedrals - Ben Brungraber | |
| 12 p.m. | Lunch | Lunch |
| 1 p.m. | The East Monitor Barn & Other Great Barns of Charles Miller - Eliot Lothrop | Work Continues! |
| 3 p.m. | Janet Kane | Time for a break - let's fish, swim, and shoot! |
| 5 p.m. | For All: Bridge Talk & Book Signing - Kim Chandler | |
| 6 p.m. | Dinner | Dinner |
| 7 p.m. | For All: Auction Plus! |
Sunday, August 23
| Time | TTRAG/TFEC | TimberFest |
|---|---|---|
| 7:30 a.m. | Breakfast | Breakfast |
| 8:30 a.m. | Woods Walk with Jack Sobon | Finish the frame and stand it up! |
| 12 p.m. | Lunch | Lunch |
| 1:30 p.m. | For All: Say our goodbyes & visit a shop or take a tour |
Scholarship Opportunities
Would you like to join us for TimberFest 2026 but find the cost a barrier to participation? We have limited registration scholarships available and invite you to apply! Contact us for more information or with any questions at info@tfguild.org.
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