I had a great time teaching at Fur Peace Ranch during my first trip here in May 2009 and was delighted to be invited back in 2010.   This years trip was extra fun because I got to catch up with my old Aussie mate Geoff Achison.   Geoff was also instructing over the weekend; in fact, he's been there every year since the ranch began!    Geoff and I also got to jam during our concert at the Fur Peace Station on Saturday night.

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FUR PEACE RANCH

'The fur peace ranch is not a fantasy camp, but a guitar player’s oasis within an award winning music community with instruction in various guitar styles, bass guitar, songwriting, mandolin, vocals and more.

Hosted by Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Jorma Kaukonen and his wife Vanessa, the Ranch is nestled in the tranquil setting of the rolling foothills of Southeast Ohio. Jorma’s years of playing with Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna as well as his long tenure and love for teaching has earned him a lofty position among his contemporaries. In addition to teaching guitar classes, Jorma has been a beacon for attracting an impressive roster of master musicians and teachers. As well as students who come to the Ranch throughout the year to immerse in what has become a truly unique and magical environment.

Our workshops class size is limited (about 10 students per class) which allows for a personal, up-close teaching experience with a renowned faculty of musical instructors. Excellent instruction, gourmet food, campfire jams, live concerts and camaraderie come together to make your stay an experience you will remember for a lifetime! Whether you are a seasoned professional or novice the Ranch has a spot for you on our 119 acres of natural beauty cradled in warmth of our hospitality. So get online, get your guitar, and get on down here and join me.'