In this training, participants will learn how two stroke and four stroke engines function and their various parts. Folks will come away with a better understanding of how to prevent common issues with their small engines as well as basic diagnostic knowledge. This class is ideal for folks who have operated small engines and would like to learn the mechanics of their equipment. Bring your own small engine to learn with, if you have one.
Schedule:
10:00a - 12:30p Part 1
12:30 - 1:15p LUNCH: Bring-Your-Own
1:15 - 3:45p Part 2
3:45 - 4:00p Closing
Working with Small Engines is a mechanical class, not an operational class. This means we are not learning how to operate the equipment but how to care for, maintain, and make repairs on your small engines. Additionally, this class will not propane powered engines
Access Notes:
COVID-19 Safety: Please stay home if you feel sick, suspect you have been exposed to COVID-19 within the past week, are recovering from COVID-19 and/or live/share indoor space with someone who currently has COVID-19 in order to minimize spread.
Please take a rapid test before attending. Proof of negative rapid test will be required to participate (photo or physical test). We will have rapid tests available if you need to test. Masks are optional outdoors, but encouraged in all indoor spaces. Please bring your own mask (ideally N95 masks, we will have a limited amount available). We will have hand sanitizer available throughout the space.
Setting, terrain & accessibility:
Please keep in mind the weather for the day and dress appropriately. We recommend sturdy shoes as farm terrain is uneven, and may be uncomfortable to walk over.
We have one single-stall accessible port-a-potty and a compost toilet in our office for bathrooms!
We do have ticks in some areas on the farm! We encourage you to do a tick check when you get home. Some other preventative measures include: wearing light colored clothing, long sleeves and pants, or socks over pants.
The farm is not currently wheelchair or mobility aid accessible.
Parking will be about a half mile distance from our gathering spot. Folks can be dropped off closer to the event space if needed to support comfortable entry.
About the facilitator: Since 2018, SG Groat (they/she/he) has been providing timely, honest and affordable service and repair work and teaching farmers how to operate and maintain equipment around the Hudson Valley.
For questions, please email programs@rocksteadyfarm.com
