What: A Studio Cruise is an event to tour studios (shops) of fellow Carolina Mountain Woodturner members. It can be a tour of 1 to 5 or more shops in a small area such as a 5-mile radius.

Why: The purpose of a Studio Cruise is to meet and socialize with fellow members, learn how other members set up their shop, build jigs, do special procedures, see what they make, and have fun.

When: A Studio Cruise can happen whenever someone wants to organize one. They can be in the evening, afternoon, or an all day event. The first Studio Cruise was on October 9th, 2007. (More information in this newsletter.)

Who: The Studio Cruises are open to members of Carolina Mountain Woodturners. Members can bring one non-member guest if the organizer allows it.

Where: A Studio Cruise can happen wherever a member wants to have it. You can organize one in your area.

How: If you want to have a Studio Cruise in your area, contact members you'd like to have in the tour, to see if they are willing to participate. You can find members that live near you by going to the CMW website, log into the “Member Login”, click on “Locate members near you”, and follow the instructions. Members of CMW can be notified by email of the event. Maps to each shop can be emailed to those who RSVP.

Members can visit shops at random or tour the shops as a group in an organized order as determined by the organizer. One option is to have refreshments available at one of the shops. Carpooling is encouraged to eliminate parking problems.

Contact: If you have questions or need help with setting up your Studio Cruise, contact Gary Bills Bills. The above suggestions are only guidelines. The organizer can make his Studio Cruise to suit their needs and desires.