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Atlatl Workshop
Start: 12:00 pm
End: 5:00 pm

September 12, Friday, Noon-5 p.m.

Atlatl experts Bob and Cheryll Berg of Thunderbird Atlatl will teach you 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. Bob has taught primitive skills and the atlatl for 17 years- 13 years at Chimney Point.

COST: $65 fee includes instruction and all materials. Pre-registration required.

Location: Chimney Point State Historic Site

Directions on web site: www.historicvermont.org

UVM Consulting Archaeology Program Open House
Start: 4:00 pm
End: 6:00 pm

September 12, Friday, 4-6 p.m.

UVM Consulting Archaeology Program (UVM CAP) will open its doors to the public and provide tours of the facilities. Check out current projects, learn about laboratory processes, talk with archaeologists, and see flint-knapping demonstrations.

Location: UVM CAP, 180 Colchester Ave., Delehanty Hall, Room 111, Burlington

Contact: (802) 656-4310, uvmcap@uvm.edu

ART ROCKS! An Introduction to the Rock Art of the Rio Grande
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm

September 12, Friday, 6 p.m.

The American Southwest is home to some of the most spectacular Rock Art in the world. Archaeologist Candace Lewis will present examples of rock art from Petroglyph National Monument and San Cristobal Pueblo, among others. Theories explaining these images range from markers of territorial boundaries to sites of initiation and fertilization rituals. Join us as we travel from Albuquerque to Sant Fe, sightseeing and speculating on the iconography of the Rio Grande.

Seating is limited, please RSVP.

Sponsor: www.ccv.edu/locations/Rutland
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