Visit Thunderbird Atlatl in Vermont for the World Atlatl Association meeting and workshops, contests!

Thunderbird Atlatl is looking forward to visiting Chimney Point Historic site for our annual workshop and contest September 19 and 20. This year is a special year with the World Atlatl Association holding its annual meeting from Thursday, September 18 to Sunday, September 21. There will be International Standard Accuracy Contests (ISACs) held every day.

Stop by and visit Thunderbird Atlatl at Chimney Point. Workshop on Friday, September 19.

The main event will be Saturday, September 20, from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Food and snacks available for purchase, while they last.
Admission: COMPETITORS: $12 * VISITORS: $6 ADULT, FREE UNDER 15
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On Friday, sign up for workshop to build an atlatl and darts. Call the museum at (802) 759-2412 for more information. The cost of the workshop is $70.
On Saturday, participate in or watch this annual atlatl championship testing skills in accuracy and distance. The sport of using the atlatl to throw darts is based on the ancient hunting technique. Newcomers to experts welcome. Flint-knapping demonstrations and lessons throughout the day. Pre-registration for competitors required. Call (802) 759-2412 to register. Vermont Archaeology Month event.

Long Distance throw at Chimney Point contest
Workshop Participants try their newly made atlatls and darts

Visit the Coshocton Flint Festival and Knapin with Thunderbird Atlatl Labor Day Weekend

Thunderbird Atlatl will be at the annual Flint Festival and Knapin at the Coshocton County Fairgrounds in Coshocton, Ohio. We will be on-site all day Saturday.

The knap-in is a three day event. There will be a variety of vendors and demonstrations. The Ohio Atlatl Association will be hosting atlatl demonstrations and contests throughout the weekend.

There will be an auction on Saturday and a raffle featuring these points knapped by Roy Miller and Don Roberts. Come and enjoy!

Join Thunderbird Atlatl at the Candor Daffodil Festival April 26

The Village of Candor, New York’s Annual Daffodil Festival will be celebrated at the Candor Ball Field Saturday, April 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. rain or shine!

Come down and enjoy bands, food vendors, kids’ activities and much more. Celebrate spring. Just down the street, Thunderbird Atlat will be hosting atlatlists for ISACs and contests. If you are interested in watching, you may find parking easiest as the Candor Central School and walking over. The contests will be behind our recently rebuilt shop at 90 Main Street, Candor. Sorry about our construction! We are a work in progress!

Thunderbird Atlatl heading to Germany April 12 to 13 Join us at Stettenfels Castle!

Thunderbird Atlatl will be at the Ox Bow Archery Program in Germany April 12 to 13. We look forward to atlatl and flintknapping demonstrations at this program. For further information about the program check out the above link. We hope to see many old and new European friends at this special event.
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Below is information from the program’s flyer:
13th OX-BoW Archery, Knifemaking & Outdoor Fair 2025
Let yourself be enchanted by the unique atmosphere of Stettenfels Castle and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of archery!

We warmly welcome you to our 13th Ox-Bow Archery Fair on April 12th and 13th, 2025, at Stettenfels Castle.

Renowned altatl makers, (yes, Thunderbird Atlatl added this line!) bow makers, dealers, service providers, and artisans will once again exhibit their goods and services on over 1,200 m² of space in and around Stettenfels Castle. Our offerings are aimed not only at those interested in the entire spectrum of archery, but also at those from the knifemaking and outdoor scene.

All archery enthusiasts, as well as newcomers and outdoor enthusiasts, will get their money’s worth here.
… Discover the latest news, get expert advice, try out new bows atlatls (!), and enjoy the castle’s unique flair, combined with sweeping views of the Heilbronn region.

The crew will take care of your culinary needs in the Stettenfels Castle bar and beer garden. Take a seat and indulge in the culinary offerings.

Stettenfels Castle is a medieval venue for cultural events including theater & festivals, with seasonal bar & beer garden.
Address: Burg Stettenfels 4, 74199 Untergruppenbach, Germany
Phone: +49 7131 97700

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