Programs for Boys

WILD CRAFTS FOR BOYS
A WEEK OF BOW HUNTING AND FISHING IN BEAVER COUNTRY

Session I: Teachers: Tom Rosenberg, Hans Mayer and Michael Kohout
Skill level: Beginner, 7 days, Easy
Ages 11-12, June 28-July 4
Session II: Teachers: Tom Rosenberg and Hans Mayer
Skill level: Beginner-Intermediate, 7 days, Easy-Moderate
Ages 12-13, July 12-18

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live in a time when all the necessities of life were made by hand from the raw materials of the earth? This program will begin by settling into our traditional dwellings made from poles and sod (dug up grass) on the edge of the village forest. The next day we will begin crafting our long bows, arrows and fishing gear. Our work on the bows will be interspersed by lots of fire starting, woodcarving, and explorations through the wild forest and field. White shavings will fill our workshop, and your hands will come to know every bump and twist of your beloved bow. And, of course, there will be plenty of forest games, swimming, and even a day of rock climbing. Everyone will return home with his own bow and arrows and, in addition, a great respect for all living things. Session II may venture out on an overnight expedition by foot or canoe.