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Want to be a passionate apprentice yourself? Here are some ideas for where to start.
Beekeeping
The NSW Apiarists Association (NSWAA) is the expert in all things
beekeeping-related, including where to buy apiary equipment, where to
find queen bees, how to harvest honey, and how not to get stung. The
Sydney branch led by President Eric Whitby meets at 7.30pm on the first
Tuesday of every second month (i.e. February, April, June, August,
October, December 2008).
NSW Apiarists Association Sydney, Uniting Church Hall, cnr Church Ln & Turner St, Ryde 2112.
Knifemaking
The Australian Knife Collectors Club (AKC) caters to Australian knifemakers, restorers and collectors, supplying them with equipment, literature, registration, and a forum for sharing their skills and experience with fellow craftspeople. AKC principal Keith Spencer is available to link novice knifemakers with willing instructors in the Sydney area.
Australasian Knife Collectors Club, PO Box 149, Chidlow WA 6556. (08 9572 7255). Membership $30.
Baking
Short of undertaking a formal baking apprenticeship at TAFE, Sydneysiders keen to develop their artisan baking skills can visit Beatrice Levanti at the prestigious French Gourmet Academy at Balmoral Beach, Mosman. The Academy will hold it's next baking class on Sunday 20 July.
Croissant & Brioche Baking Class, French Gourmet Academy, 63 Spit Rd, Mosman 2088. (02 9960 2565) Sun 20 Jul. 10am-1pm. $125.