28th ANNUAL NORTHEASTERN ATLATL CHAMPIONSHIP EVENTS @ CHIMNEY POINT
The Chimney Point State Historic Site in Addison, Vermont, is hosting its 28th Annual Northeastern Open Atlatl competition on Saturday, September 23rd, with special events on both Friday and Sunday. This event is a highlight of Vermont's September Archaeology Month.
Sat. Sept 23 - 28th Annual Northeastern Open Atlatl Championship
The Chimney Point field, on the shore of Lake Champlain, will be the scene for contestants of all ages to use the atlatl, an ancient spear-throwing tool found around the world before the bow and arrow, to test their prowess in accuracy and distance by throwing at a variety of targets. Event attendees can watch and cheer them on., or enjoy Workshops and demonstrations on flint knapping, Woodland pottery, and other crafts and skills. Contestants must pre-register. Call 802-759-2412.
The competition starts with registration at 10:30 a.m., followed by the "International Standard Accuracy Competition," the accuracy test with painted animals and other targets, and the distance event. The contest ends with a "Grand Champion" shootout. Contestants range from interested novices to some of the best in the country.
Contestants $12.00/ $14 day of event
Visitors are $6.00 adults, free under 15.
Friday, September 22 - Atlatl Workshop
12:00-5:00 pm -$70
The site offers an atlatl workshop with Thunderbird Atlatl. Attendees will make an atlatl, fletch three darts, and receive coaching advice and much more. Fee includes materials and admission; pre-registration required. Call 802-759-2412.
Sunday, September 24 - Bee Skep Making with Barry
10:00 am -4:00 pm - $60
Create your own bee skep—for decorative purposes only—with Barry Keegan. Materials provided. Enjoy a relaxing time on Lake Champlain as you learn and create. Pre-registration & payment required, call (802) 759-2412.
The Chimney Point State Historic Site presents the history of the region's three earliest cultures—Native American, French Colonial, and early American. The site was used by Native Americans for thousands of years, was the location of the 1731 French fort, and the museum is in the c.1785 tavern building. It is located at 8149 VT Route 17W in Addison at the foot of the Lake Champlain Bridge. For pre-registration & information call 802-759-2412. The site is open 10:00 to 5:00, Wednesday through Sunday, through October 9.
For more information about the Vermont State-Owned Historic Sites visit www.historicsites.vermont.gov.