We can provide speakers for your next conference


We have been working at this for over a decade. We have faced many challenges and even a greater number of successes. Let us tell you our story, the heartwarming and the weird. Our founders would love to share our experiences and what we have learned with you and your group.

Rob van Nood

Rob has almost 30 years of experience in education. He has used open tinkering in a miriad of classroom settings for both kids and adults. Rob has also spoken and given seminars at conferences throughout the Pacific Northwest. His knack for finding the humor and the deep lessons in the work is uncanny. His bio is here.


Blake Swensen

Blake is the operations arm of Tinker Camp. Emersed in it every day, he can bring practical tips and lessons learned from this crazy lab we call Tinker Camp. Blake's passion for the work is truly infectious, but his style is relazed and casual. Blake's bio is here.