Aaron Rankin
Contributing Writer
The Author, in Mongol garb. - Jody Fisher
Hi, I'm Aaron. I'm a social worker, and historical recreationist. I work mostly with people with mental illness and/or substance abuse issues. I gradutated from the University of Michigan School of Architecture in 1999, with a BSArch, and from Eastern Michigan University in 2007 with an MSW.
For fun, I build historical tents, furniture, sew clothing, cast pewter, carve soap stone, and paricipate in armored rattan combat (a form of full contact martial art). I also do some work working, and have recently taken to building stitch and glue boats.
Musically speaking, I build and play a variety of instruments. I've made drums, flutes, and a five string banjo. I play drums (dumbek, djumbe, frame drum), arabic flute or nye, guitar, and bass guitar.
Latest Articles
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Rattan Combat
Full contact, armored martial arts for exercise, adventure, and fun!
Jun 20, 2011
- Aaron Rankin
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Disc Golf and Substance Abuse, Adventure Based Treatment
Group therapy for substance abuse and mental health can be done outdoors, in a park, while throwing discs!
Jun 2, 2011
- Aaron Rankin
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How to Make Your Own Singing Bowl
Have you ever wanted to make a singing bowl? Here are the basics steps to do it.
May 30, 2011
- Aaron Rankin
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Pewter Casting
Pewter casting is a little practiced art these days, though it is relatively simple and cheap to participate in this ancient craft.
May 27, 2011
- Aaron Rankin
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Stitch and Glue Boat Building
Stitch and Glue Boat Building is a fun and easy way to make your own boat! Learn the basic ideas behind stitch and glue construction.
May 25, 2011
- Aaron Rankin
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