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Flint Knapping 101: Crafting Stone Tools & Arrowheads

July 12 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
$75

Date: Saturday, July 12th, 2025 10:00am – 2:00pm
Cost: $70 (includes all material)
Level/Age: All experience levels; 16+
Instructor: Tyson Arnold
Location: Lower Lake Front Park – 1030 Lake Ave, Grand Lake, CO 80447

Step back in time and explore one of humanity’s oldest survival skills! In this hands-on workshop, Tyson Arnold will guide you through the ancient art of flint knapping, a practice dating back over 100,000 years. You’ll learn how early people crafted stone tools and arrowheads that shaped civilizations and sustained communities.

This immersive class will focus on the pre-history of North America, introduce you to types of stone materials (including local sources), and cover the tools and techniques used to create sharp, functional tools from stone. Participants will have the opportunity to craft their own stone tool or arrowhead to take home.

In addition to the hands-on workshop, an archaeology display will be set up on site, showcasing real artifacts, stone tools, and points from various eras of North American prehistory. This is a rare opportunity to get up close to authentic pieces and deepen your understanding of our region’s ancient past.

Perfect for history buffs, survival enthusiasts, primitive skills fans, and anyone curious about ancient craftsmanship. No experience necessary—all materials are provided.

Space is limited. Reserve your spot today!

 

Venue

Lower Lake Front Pavilion
1101 Lake Ave
Grand Lake, 80447 United States
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Phone
970-627-1325
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Organizer

Rocky Mountain Folk School
Email
rockymountainfolkschool@gmail.com
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