About — WCWC

About Our Club

History

WCWC was started in September 1996 by 2 gentlemen, Roy Duenke and Rich Ellisworth, in the back room of the Duenke Cabinet Company in Manchester, MO. Meetings have been held regularly in various locations ranging from the Cabinet Company, the Ballwin City hall , Local Library and the current location at Salem in Ballwin. Over the years the club has had a presence in Ballwin Days, Manchester Homecoming, Open house at the Wild Canid Center, as well as various shows in the St. Louis area. Our members have assisted various area charities through the sales of ornaments at the shows and appearances. Currently our club has a membership of around 30 men and women ranging in age from 16 to Retired.

Charter

West County Woodcarvers was created to promote and teach wood carving. Currently our club members sponsor 4-6 different projects per year. Each project is led by a club member and is usually able to be completed in 2-4 meetings. Various carving methods are used, and projects range from carving in the round of animals and characters to chip carving and relief carving. Our club sponsors soap carving for the local youth at various events in the area, and we also support some of the local Scouting groups. Our library consists of various reference materials to assist the carver, and we are constantly looking for new members at all skill levels. Remember Practice, Practice, Practice! Our club environment allows members and visitors the opportunity for practice and guidance, so please come in and visit us!

Click here for Club Membership Application 06/19/2024.

Click here for Club Bylaws 08/04/2025.

✎ About West Count WoodCarvers

West County Woodcarvers is an organization founded by a group of woodcarving enthusiasts to encourage the passion for woodcarving. If you are interested in becoming a member or viewing the club's great creations, please visit us at one of our meetings or events.

📅 Our Meetings

We gather every first & third Monday evening at the United Methodist Church, 14825 Manchester Rd, Ballwin, MO 63011 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Bring your tools, your projects-in-progress, and your enthusiasm! Guests and prospective members are always welcome for the first two visits at no charge.

🌳 What We Carve

Our members work in many styles: relief carving, chip carving, caricature figures, wildlife, whittling, and power carving. Projects range from decorative wall pieces to functional kitchen items, birds, animals, and folk-art characters. Show-and-tell keeps every meeting fresh.

🏭 Unite Methodist Church

Our Mission
To make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.

Our Vision
An ever-growing community of Christ followers, gathering around a table open to all, being transformed by God’s grace to actively and fully Love God and Neighbor.

🎓 Join Us

Membership is open to all ages. Annual dues are modest and help cover shared materials and club tools. New members are paired with an experienced carver for their first few sessions. No prior experience is necessary — just curiosity and a willingness to learn!