--- title: Laser Talk Episode 29 - Laser Cutting Summer Apps description: Summer may be coming to an end, but there is still time to dig into some great outdoor laser projects. On this episode of Laser Talk, Walker and Nick delve into laser applications that are perfect for getting outside and reconnecting with nature. image: https://blog.fslaser.com/hubfs/Scott%20Blogs/Engraved%20River%20Rocks.jpg --- Search [**](https://store.fslaser.com/) [**](https://store.fslaser.com/) ** **SHOP - [Lasers](https://fslaser.com/lasers/) - [Laser Accessories](https://fslaser.com/laser-accessories/) - [Laser Replacement Parts](https://fslaser.com/laser-replacement-parts/) - [Free Laser Samples](https://fslaser.com/samples/) - [Shop All](https://fslaser.com/shop-all/) - [News](https://blog.fslaser.com/news) - [Lasers](https://fslaser.com/lasers/) - [Software](https://fslaser.com/re3/) - [Laser 101](https://laser101.fslaser.com/) - [Support](https://laser101.fslaser.com/support) - [Company](https://fslaser.com/Company/) --- ![](https://blog.fslaser.com/hubfs/Scott%20Blogs/Engraved%20River%20Rocks.jpg) Wednesday, August 15, 2018 # Laser Talk Episode 29 - Laser Cutting Summer Apps   Summer may be coming to an end, but there is still time to dig into some great outdoor laser projects. On this episode of [Laser Talk](https://blog.fslaser.com/laser-talk?hsCtaTracking=889aa404-3483-4459-b7b8-124fa20b967a%7C313d47bd-8a03-40fd-b06c-9d35bcdc59c0), Walker and Nick delve into laser [applications](https://fslaser.com/Applications) that are perfect for getting outside and reconnecting with nature.  From hiking trial signs to bird houses, there are amazing things you can do with your laser that go beyond the confines of four walls and a roof.  Our knowledgeable hosts then discuss some laser cutter maintenance tips for the end of summer. Watch the video below and then keep reading for some bonus content to keep your summer going strong. Hiking Trial Marker On this week’s[ *In the Cut*](https://laser101.fslaser.com/vlogs) Walker engraved a hiking trail plaque for the Cathedral Rock Summit on Mt. Charleston, here in Las Vegas. For material we are used polished black granite for its durability and exceptional engraving results on a [Muse](https://fslaser.com/muse) laser cutter. Material Blog: Stone[![Engraved River Rocks](https://blog.fslaser.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Scott%20Blogs/Engraved%20River%20Rocks.jpg?width=401&name=Engraved%20River%20Rocks.jpg)](https://blog.fslaser.com/lasering-in-a-material-world-stone) The natural beauty of stone is remarkable enough on its own, but with [engravings](https://fslaser.com/Products/Lasers), stone can become a memorial to a hero or a personal accent to a home or garden. Stone comes in all shapes and sizes, from river rocks to quarried quartz, and engraves surprisingly well with a laser cutter. If you like this [blog](https://blog.fslaser.com/), we have more covering all the best materials for your laser cutter. ![Laser 101 Project Family Shot 2-1](https://blog.fslaser.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Design%20Assets/Samples/Laser%20101%20Project%20Family%20Shot%202-1.png?width=600&name=Laser%20101%20Project%20Family%20Shot%202-1.png) Want to get the most from your laser engraver this summer? Dive into [Laser 101](https://laser101.fslaser.com/) and get the latest news, tips and of course more [free projects](https://info.fslaser.com/laser-101-projects-landing)![![Laser Talk_Facebook-2](https://blog.fslaser.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Laser%20Talk_Facebook-2.png?width=1200&name=Laser%20Talk_Facebook-2.png)](https://blog.fslaser.com/laser-talk?hsCtaTracking=889aa404-3483-4459-b7b8-124fa20b967a%7C313d47bd-8a03-40fd-b06c-9d35bcdc59c0) ###### Sign up for our newsletter ##### DISCOVER - [Our Lasers](https://fslaser.com/our-lasers/) - [Software](https://fslaser.com/software/) - [Laser 101](https://laser101.fslaser.com/) - [Support](https://fsl3d.zendesk.com/hc/en-us) - [Blog](https://fslaser.com/blog/) - [Company](https://fslaser.com/Company/) - [Contact](https://fslaser.com/contact/) - [Sign in ](https://blog.fslaser.com/login.php) or [ Register](https://store.fslaser.com/login.php?action=create_account) - [Sitemap](https://store.fslaser.com/sitemap.php) ##### COMPANY - [Contact Us](https://fslaser.com/contact/) - [About Us](https://fslaser.com/Company/) - [Why Full Spectrum Laser](https://fslaser.com/why-full-spectrum-laser/) - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://fslaser.com/faq/) - [Returns and Refunds](https://fslaser.com/refunds/) - [Terms and Conditions](https://fslaser.com/terms/) - [Privacy Policy](https://fslaser.com/privacy/) - [Financing](https://fslaser.com/financing/) - [Work At Full Spectrum](https://fslaser.com/jobs/) ##### Shop - [LASERS](https://fslaser.com/lasers/) - [Laser Accessories](https://fslaser.com/laser-replacement-parts/) - [Laser Replacement Parts](https://fslaser.com/laser-replacement-parts/) - [Shop All](https://fslaser.com/shop-all/) -   ###### Connect with Us