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Earth Knack: Primitive Skills Primer with Robin Blankenship


This two-day course provides students with exposure to some of the core primitive technologies used by aboriginal people for daily living.  Robin will lead students through a progression of simple stone blade manufacture, cordage making, fire building, and primitive cooking.  Anyone who has ever been curious about the recent interest in primitive living skills will enjoy Robin's passionate and gentle manner of teaching.

Note: Information on tenting, rooming, and other accommodations are available with registration.


Begins 9 a.m., Saturday, May 3; ends 3 p.m., Sunday, May 4

Location: Delta Institute of Natural History, Bowdoin, ME
Course Code: bot7035
Instructor: Robin Blankenship
Fee: $175 (Member) / $200 (Nonmember)
Limit: 10   Credit: Elective--FB, Adv. FB
Cosponsor: Delta Institute of Natural History