the thing 268thing /θɪŋ/ noun

(Old Norse) ▶ An assembly or meeting of the free men and women of a country, province or a clan. At the thing, disputes were solved and political decisions were made. The place for the thing was also the place for rites and for commerce.

(Tharwa Valley Forge) ▶ At three-day Viking making event. Forge your own Viking helmet, axe and shield.

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This 3-day experience at Cuppacumbalong Homestead runs from Saturday morning to Monday afternoon. Our experts will guide you through a smorgasboard of blacksmithing, toolmaking, and woodwork.

Over the course, you'll forge your own Viking helmet, axe and shield. Classes will operate in a round-robin fashion to facilitate small class sizes. Although this is a big event, we are taking great pains to make sure you enjoy full-access to our instructors and the high quality we are renowned for.

All-inclusive price covers all materials, teaching, PPE, insurances. Accommodation is available onsite for an extra fee.

Minimum deposit of $500.

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Course Dates

The Thing

Event Start Time Finish Time Price Capacity Registered Available Register
The Thing 8:00 am
Sat 03-10-2026
5:00 pm
Mon 05-10-2026
$1,650 12 8 4

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