Thunderbird Atlatl will be heading to World of Aztec Atlatl Battles and more from August 1 to 12 as we attend the Pennsic Wars in Pennsylvania.
This annual event, sponsored by the SCA, brings hundreds of people together for two to three weeks every years. The Cooper’s Lake Campgrounds turns into a medieval world with folks from every walk of life including a few Royals here and there.
Over the years, Bob Berg of Thunderbird Atlatl has taught hundreds of people about the atlatl and now every year we look forward to meeting old friends and making new friends. The Aztec Atlatl Battle has become a popular game for many atlatlists. Who will win this year? Wait and see!

Thunderbird Atlatl will be in Bar Harbor, Maine this week with a workshop and demonstrations for the Abbe Museum in Bar Harbor.
Thursday, July 19, Bob Berg will lead a workshop at the Abbe Museum at Sieur de Monts. On Friday, July 20, visitors to the Abbe Museum in downtown Bar Harbor will enjoy atlatl demonstrations by Bob and Cheryll Berg.
For further information contact the Abbe Museum in Bar Harbor, Maine. Check out the museum’s website for more information.

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July 24, 2007
Pennsic Wars – Next on the Agenda!
Thunderbird Atlatl will be heading to World of Aztec Atlatl Battles and more from August 1 to 12 as we attend the Pennsic Wars in Pennsylvania.
This annual event, sponsored by the SCA, brings hundreds of people together for two to three weeks every years. The Cooper’s Lake Campgrounds turns into a medieval world with folks from every walk of life including a few Royals here and there.
Over the years, Bob Berg of Thunderbird Atlatl has taught hundreds of people about the atlatl and now every year we look forward to meeting old friends and making new friends. The Aztec Atlatl Battle has become a popular game for many atlatlists. Who will win this year? Wait and see!

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July 16, 2007
Workshops/Demos in Bar Harbor, Maine
Thunderbird Atlatl will be in Bar Harbor, Maine this week with a workshop and demonstrations for the Abbe Museum in Bar Harbor.
Thursday, July 19, Bob Berg will lead a workshop at the Abbe Museum at Sieur de Monts. On Friday, July 20, visitors to the Abbe Museum in downtown Bar Harbor will enjoy atlatl demonstrations by Bob and Cheryll Berg.
For further information contact the Abbe Museum in Bar Harbor, Maine. Check out the museum’s website for more information.

Check out the World Atlatl Association web page for current information on atlatl events in your area. Another good site to check out is the International Atlatl Society web page.
Thunderbird Atlatl will be spending this next week at the Walk Thru Time event held by Waterman Conservation Center on Hiawatha Island in Owego, New York. For further information call our 800 number, 1-800-836-4520 for more information.
On July 19 and 20, Thunderbird Atlatl will be at the Abbe Museum at Bar Harbor, Maine. Thursday, July 19, Bob Berg will lead a workshop at the Abbe Museum at Sieur de Monts. On Friday, July 20, visitors to the Abbe Museum in downtown Bar Harbor will enjoy atlatl demonstrations by Bob and Cheryll Berg.

We had a great weekend at Indian Ladder Farms in Altamont, New York. Perfect weather and interesting workshop.
This weekend, July 7 at 1 p.m., Bob Berg will be presenting a lecture and program at the Calder House Museum in Equinunk, Pa. For further information on the program, contact Thunderbird Atlatl at 1-800-836-4520.
The following weekend we will be at the Walk Thru Time program at Hiawatha Island in Owego. The program also featuring a Pow Wow is hosted by the Waterman Conservation Center.
Looking for an atlatl Bob Berg and staff can help you find just the right one, call 1-800-836-4520

Thunderbird Atlatl will be offering an atlatl making workshop this Friday, June 29, from noon to 5 p.m. at Indian Ladder Farms in Altamont, New York near Albany, New York.
On June 30, we will be participating in Atlal Discovery Day also at Indian Ladder Farms from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Indian Ladder Farms is located at 342 Altamont Rd.,Altamont, NY 12009. For further information and directions contact Indian Ladder Farms at(518) 765-2956 or email at info@indianladderfarms
The classes are highly recommended for people interested in archaeology, anthropology, survival skills, or just looking for a fun project! The atlatl class will cover both modern and traditional techniques of atlatl and dart construction, including flint knapping, hafting stone points, cordage making, atlatl lore and coaching on the use of your new atlatl. Participants will leave the workshop with a finished atlatl and at least one finished dart and materials for two more darts. The cost of the class is $65 which includes instruction and materials. Payment will be accepted the day of the class or advance reservations and payments can be made by calling 1-800-836-4520 or email at Thunderbirdatlatl@gmail.com Reservations can also be made through Indian Ladder Farms. Class size is limited to 10. If needed, another class can be set up.
On Atlatl Discovery Day, June 30, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., visit the farm and try out the atlatl. Atlatls and darts will be available for sale.
Thunderbird Atlatl just returned from an enjoyable evening program as part of the Delaware River Sojurn program. Bob Berg presented an evening lecture on primitive technologies ending with some atlatl casting. Thanks to the National Park Service staff and Kittatinny Canoes for being great hosts.