Engage the hands
Warm the heart
Stimulate the mind
Welcome to
ROCKY MOUNTAIN FOLK SCHOOL
settled in beautiful Grand Lake, CO.
Our Mission
RMFS provides year-round learning experiences of traditional arts and crafts that engage the hands, warm the heart and stimulate the mind, in an inspiring and inclusive mountain lake community.
Support the Future of Creativity in Grand Lake!
The Rocky Mountain Folk School is growing, and we need your help to bring the Creative Hub to life!
This new space will provide hands-on workshops in woodworking, leatherworking, boat building, and more—offering a year-round home for creativity, education, and community gatherings. Your donation helps us create a lasting space where artists, makers, and students of all ages can learn and thrive. Be a part of something truly special—click below to donate today!
News & Happenings
- 🎁 We’re now offering gift certificates! Details here »
- Have you been to the RMFS building in town square? It’s at 315 Pitkin Ave, come check it out!
- We’re looking for artisans to teach and join the start of a new adventure with participants! Get Involved »
- Be part of the start! We’re now accepting donations, which are tax deductible! Donate »
- We need volunteers willing to share their time and help their community. Volunteer »
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Featured Classes
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Kids Leather Tooling & Bracelet Class
Date: Sunday, August 10th, 2025 (5:30pm – 7pm) OR
Friday, September 12th, 2025 (5:30pm – 7pm)
Cost: $50 (materials are included..1 day class)
Level/Age: All Experience Levels/ 10 and up
Instructor: Isaac Baugher
Location: RMFS Building – 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO*Registration ends on August 3rd, 2025 (For August class)
*Registration ends on September 5th, 2025 (For September class)
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Buffalo Days: Moose on the Loose – A Watercolor Paint & Sip
Date: Fri, Aug 15, 2024 (3pm-6pm)
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Cost: $55
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Emily Weil
Location: Grand Lake Center – 301 Marina Dr, Grand Lake, CO -
Leather Wallet Making Workshop
Date: Sunday, August 17th, 2025 (5:30pm – 8pm) OR
Friday, September19th, 2025 (5:30pm – 8pm)
Cost: $135 (materials are included..1 day class)
Level/Age: All Experience Levels
Instructor: Isaac Baugher
Location: RMFS Building – 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO*Registration ends on August 10th, 2025 (For August class)
*Registration ends on September 12th, 2025 (For September class)
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Leather Belt Making Workshop
Date: Friday, August 22nd, 2025 (5:30pm – 8pm) OR
Sunday, September 21st, 2025 (5:30pm – 8pm)
Cost: $135 (materials are included..1 day class)
Level/Age: All Experience Levels
Instructor: Isaac Baugher
Location: RMFS Building – 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO*Registration ends on August 14th, 2025 (For August class)
*Registration ends on September 14th, 2025 (For September class)
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Primitive Rug Hooking with Keith Kemmer
“Everything New is Old Again”
Date: Thursday – Sunday, Sep 25 – 28, 2025 (9am-4pm)
Cost: $425
-$170 deposit due with registration (refundable until July 1, 2025)
-$255 remainder due by July 1, 2025 (non-refundable)
Instructor: Keith Kemmer
Location: Grand Lake Center @ 301 Marina Drive, Grand Lake, CORegistration closes July 1, 2025
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