Our new 2013 catalog is now available! Download a copy here:
Download 2013 Thunderbird Atlatl Catalog (PDF, 17mb)
This version is 17mb and full resolution. If you have a slow connection and would like to download a smaller version, you can download this 1.7mb version with lower quality images.
Enjoy!
Okay atlatlists, spring is just around the corner! It’s time to get that equipment out and get ready to go to some atlatl events or just have some fun on your own!
Check your darts and get them ready. You can easily “fluff” out the feathers on your darts by holding them over a steaming kettle of water. It’s amazing how this simple procedure will put new life into your dart fletchings! Hold the dart over the steam and gently preen the feathers into shape.
Straightening your wood darts you have purchased from Thunderbird Atlatl, can be accomplished by gently bending the dart in the direction you wish to straighten it. For a more permanent fix or for a stubborn bend, apply heat to the dart with a flame such as a propane torch or kitchen range making it easier to bend the dart in the direction you want. After it cools the dart “sets” and will usually remain straight. If you have any questions, just give us a call at 800-836-4520 and we will be happy to help you!
FREE Atlatl Fever DVD with $200 or more in merchandise orders! Order $200 or more (not including shipping) of atlatl merchandise and we will send you a free copy of our Atlatl Fever DVD through midnight March 20 (Pacific Standard Time)
Here are a few photos of Bob Berg’s workshop in Micanopy, Florida with the Florida Outdoors Ministry program. Thanks to Frank Williams for hosting.
The blizzard in the Northeast is over and now we’re looking forward to Valentine’s Day! Spring and more atlatl events are also just around the corner- we hope!
We have a Valentine special for the next few days! Order any atlatl items totaling $175 or more, excluding shipping and receive a free Nanticoke Atlatl Kit. Hurry, your order must be in by midnight Pacific Standard Time on February 14, 2013! Happy Valentine’s Day.
As you get ready for the atlatl season, make sure you get your darts in good order. If they need straightening, holding them over a heat source will soften the wood fibers and you will be able to straighten them easier. Once they cool down, they should be straight and ready to go.
We thought the “heart” shape made by two Tioga Atlatls was perfect for Valentine’s Day. The second picture is our Nanticoke Kit.
The atlatl season is starting and Thunderbird Atlatl will be heading south in a few weeks to attend shows in Florida.
We will be at the Stone Age and Primitive Arts Festival at Ocholockonee River State Park on Friday, Feb. 22, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 23, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 24, from 8 a.m to 4:30 p.m.
Ochlockonee River State Park’s sixth annual Stone Age and Primitive Arts Festival is designed to introduce visitors to primitive arts through family interaction. Participants and their families will experience demonstrations in flint knapping and the art of projectile point fashioning, along with deer hide tanning and bone, wood and antler carving. Observe old world and new world bow and arrow construction, basket weaving, and early pottery. Competitions in Atlatl throwing and primitive archery are scheduled. An auction will be held on Saturday to auction off donated artwork. Admission for event is free with paid regular park entrance fee. For further information, contact Ochlockonee River Stat Park at (850) 962-2771. Ochlockonee River State Park is located four miles south of Sopchoppy on U.S. 319 in Florida.
The next stop is Silver River State Park for the third annual stone tool and primitive arts festival from Saturday and Sunday, March 2 and 3 from 9 a.m to 4 p.m.
This weekend event will feature flint knappers from across the Southeast making stone tools like Native Americans did thousands of years ago. Visitors can watch as stone tools are created from various flints by expert “knappers.” Other artists and crafters will demonstrate how bows and arrows are made, hide tanning, pottery manufacture and firing, tomahawk throwing and other skills. Vendors will sell replica stone tools and other creations. Archery and atlatl dart (spear) throwing demonstrations will take place each day. Tram tours through the Silver River State Park will also be offered. Fees: Park entry fees & museum entry fees are waived for if attending the event. Admission to the event on museum grounds is $5 per person.
Silver River State Park is located east of Ocala, 1 mile south of S.R. 40 on S.R. 35. From Interstate 75, take exit 352 onto SR 40 east, about 9 miles to SR 35. From Interstate 95 take exit 268 to Route 40 west, about 60 miles to SR 35. (352) 236-5401
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