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I Was The Woodworker Behind RON SWANSON 🤫

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October 29, 2025

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Did you know that Nick Offerman’s character on Parks and Recreation was inspired by Nick’s real life woodworking hobby? Ron Swanson’s shop is actually Offerman Wood Shop and many of the props, including Ron's canoes and a mahogany table, were his own builds. Hear why he eventually had to stop taking on prop requests and how his acting and woodworking are more connected than you might realize.

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