Thunderbird Atlatl will be in Vermont this week for Twelfth Annual Northeastern Open Atlatl Championship & Second Chimney Point Knap-In at the Chimney Point Historic Site in Vergennes, Vt.
On Friday, Sept. 14, there will be an atlatl workshop. The workshop will include modern and traditional techniques of atlatl and dart construction, flint knapping, hafting stone points, and cordage making. Enjoy atlatl lore and coaching on the use of your new atlatl from Bob Berg of Thunderbird Atlatl. Pre-registration required. Noon – 5:00 PM Contact: ChimneyPoint@HistoricVermont.org
On September 15, the Twelfth Annual Northeastern Open Atlatl Championship & Second Chimney Point Knap-In will be held. Participate in or watch this annual championship, part of the Festival of Nations with the Crown Point, NY, State Historic Site. Co-sponsored by Vermont Archaeological Society. Vermont Archeology Month program. Time: 10:30 – 3:30 PM.
On September 16, there will be a second day of atlatl competition with ISAC. Knap-in continues. After ISAC, master class/coaching for boys and girls. Time: 10:00 AM.
Where: Chimney Point State Historic Site, Addison directions
Contact: ChimneyPoint@HistoricVermont.org
I am interested to purchase an excellent, usable set thrower, arrows, etc. Confusing to see 2007….as I hope atlatl activity, products, etc. is happening in 2013. For your interest: I am 70 years old, was a national javelin champ over 50 years ago. Throwing is natural for me and I can feel how throwing from elbow outward, using atlatl thrower, gives me great leverage for long throwing. I am far from great shape and I think I could throw an atlatl arrow quite far because the technology feels so natural/designed for a human hunter/warrior. I am also looking for land to buy in southern VT, so would love to find help with that and guidance for purchasing a functional set. Thanks, Tom @ 803-546-6800
The Vermont programs are always in September. You can contact the Chimney Point Museum at Phone: (802) 759-2412
Email: ChimneyPoint@HistoricVermont.org
Or write: Site Administrator Chimney Point State Historic Site
7305 VT Route 125, Addison, VT 05491
They are open from May to October. You can also contact us at 800-836-4520 or contact @Thunderbirdatlatl.com for more information. Thank you.