Biodiesel Homebrewing Class on June 8th

It seems as though the cost of fuel is a regular topic these days. With this in mind, Jamie reminds us that there will be a biodiesel homebrewing class in Tacoma on Sunday, June 8th. Immediately following the class is a social hour at Paddy Coyne’s.

A hands-on workshop to learn all the basics to make your own high quality fuel for about $1 per gallon. In this workshop you will do titrations, make small batches of biodiesel with different oils, and learn the tricks to make quality biodiesel every time. We will also operate a small-scale “Appleseed” reactor during class. This system will be compared with the automated BioPro system which the instructor uses to facilitate fuel-making for a Bring-Your-Own-Oil type coop. The class will also cover topics, such as chemistry of the reaction, quality control, vehicle compatibility, cold weather issues, methanol recovery, disposal of wastes, and how to run a successful co-op.

Details
Sunday, June 8 , 2008, 10am – 4pm

Class Fee: $60 each or $100 for couples
To Register: visit www.biolyle.com/workshops
Location: Provided upon registration
Instructor: Lyle Rudensey, M.Ed. aka “BioLyle.” Experienced biodiesel educator and biodiesel homebrewer for over 5 years. More information at Biolyle.com

Immediately Following the Class
Biodiesel Groupies Happy Hour (Starting approx. 4pm): Meet at Paddy Coyne’s Irish Pub (815 Pacific Ave, Tacoma) for drinks/food (no-host) and a chance to talk informally about biodiesel issues, network with other “enthusiasts”, and potentially even form some small homebrewing co-ops.

Everyone is encouraged to join us, veterans and newbies alike! This part is FREE!

More information at ThriceAllAmerican.com