Outside the Blue Ox Millworks office, fellow caravaners, Jerry & Diane Lewis, Phil & Nita, Diane Thompson and Lou Finkle
Cats have the run of the place.
When Eric started working with Veterans and kids, he expanded the class options to include ceramics, stained glass, weaving, looming, signage, and various other trades.
Some of the looms and weaving, most of the stuff he has has been donated.
One of the printing presses in the shop. The students print their own 'annual' on these printing presses.
Printing type
Pictures of the Lincoln era Hearst that Eric and his students made
Every woodworkers dream shop
Eric probably has the largest collection of pre-electric woodworking equipment, all pedal operated, the faster you pedal, the faster you saw.
There is a model train that goes around the office.
6/13/2022
Eric
Hollenbeck is a Viet Nam Combat Veteran who was not welcomed home, like so many
of the combat veterans returning from the war. So, he returned to his native
home of Eureka and with a $300 start up loan, opened Blue Ox Millworks. Eureka
is known for its beautiful Victorian era houses. Eric has made a name for
himself in replicating the intricate scroll and gingerbread work that are
detailed on the old Victorian homes.
Eric
eventually became involved with returning veterans who were dealing with PTSD,
as he had. He helped them deal with the transition back into civilian life
while they learned a trade in his shops. He also became involved with helping
high school kids who had dropped out of school. You can learn more about Eric
and his work at www.blueoxmill.com.
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