Educational Programs

Beginning March 1, 2009, I will be doing flintknapping educational programs and demos, including primitive skills related to flintknapping.  After 30 years of knapping and teaching I will be devoting more time to the teaching aspects of the art of flintknapping.

Flintknapping Demonstrations: $275

I offer Flintknapping demos to schools and various community organizations.  These demonstrations are conducted at your locale, tailored to a time frame that fits your particular need.  They are typically structured from a minimum of 45 minutes up to 2 hours and are designed to be interactive.  While demonstrating the various aspects of flintknapping, I will cover the history of the skill and art, allowing plenty of Q & A.  My display consists of an assemblage of stone tools and projectile points, some integrated with wood, antler and plant fiber accoutrements.  Also included are points and tools knapped from beautiful gem quality flint and jasper.  This accent to the visual aspect of the presentation is popular.

1-Day Location Workshops: $475

One day public workshops are done at your location and include the display of tools, projectile points and related items.  These, however, are very hands-on for individuals who want to experience one of the oldest skills and arts in the world.  Tools and materials are provided for those desiring hands-on learning, while others may sit down, observe and converse.   The workshop can be part of a community event or a stand-alone primitive skills education forum.

All workshops and demos are designed to make learning fun and engaging.

email: macook@hughes.net         Phone:517-242-1352

                            2010 FLINTKNAPPING WORKSHOP
                                                 JULY 17-18

ENROLLMENT NOW FULL    PLEASE E-MAIL ME IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE CONTACTED ABOUT THE NEXT WORKSHOP


The weekend of July 17-18, I will be hosting a flintknapping workshop at my 45 acre farm outside of Portland, MI.  This workshop will be geared for beginning to intermediate level knappers.  The focus will be FUN while you LEARN.  Rock will be provided as well as tools, if you need them, at no additional cost.  Lunch is provided both days and you may bring your archery and fishing equipment, as well.  You are welcome to bring your camping gear, or motels are conveniently located within 10 minutes.  (Directions and info will be provided upon registration.) There will be time for sitting around the campfire, as well, and perhaps some primitive fire starting demonstrations.

   The cost is $225 and enrollment will be limited to 6 students.  $125 paid when you register will secure your spot, the balance due when you arrive.   Please note:  If you have a child from 12 to16 who is interested in learning with you, enrollment for them is only $100.

    You may register by phone or e-mail - Ph.517-242-1352 or macook@hughes.net    I need your name, address and contact number or e-mail.  Also, you may request in advance any particular facet of flintknapping that you would like to work on.  This will allow me to better prepare in helping you get the most out of the workshop.  Depending on the wishes of the students, I will also demonstrate and explain more advanced flintknapping technologies such as fluting and prismatic blade making.   Also to help you learn will be guest teacher, Clay Wykes.  Clay is a member of The Michigan Flintknappers and is a master punch-notcher, among other things.
            
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