These gatherings are not sponsored by any organization, and are
the responsibility of the participants. Our objectives are as
much social as learning. We don't want these gatherings to be
a hassle for the hosts - so call or e-mail and they will tell
you where, when and what to bring. All classes are free to the
public, except where there is a fee mentioned.
HORNO BUILDING - March 17
Bill Scherer will be building a portable (?) adobe bread oven
in Dino's backyard. Learn and help build this project which could
prove to be a valuable addition to the cuisine at the Rattlesnake
Rendezvous. Call Bill at (408) 259-5275 or e-mail scherer_william@hotmail.com.
PRIMITIVE
SKILLS CAMPOUT - April 13 to April 14
Get yourself warmed up for the Rattlesnake Rendezvous on this
weekend of foraging and primitive skills practice. Join this annual
survival skills adventure and getaway. Contact Dino Labiste at
dlabiste@yahoo.com.
THE
RATTLESNAKE RENDEZVOUS (STONE-AGE
WEEKEND) - May 24 to May 26
The ultimate experience of stone age living!? This year marks
the 20th time we have cast off most of our modern gadgets to practice
life in the old ways. We will make stone tools, fire by friction,
cordage and whatever else we need. We will cook without metal
and make wild music around the campfire.
Fee: $80 for residents of Alameda and Contra Costa Counties,
$88 for others. Call (510) 636-1684 to register with the East
Bay Regional Park District. The Rattlesnake Rendezvous course
number is 1745. Also, you may call Norm Kidder at (925) 862-2600
or e-mail atlatl1@aol.com
for information.
ATLATL
WORKSHOP - June 15
Join Dick Baugh for a day of spear chucking. Dick has done all
the engineering research on these ancient hunting systems, so
you can have all the fun. Contact Dick for information and directions
at dick_baugh@compuserve.com.
SUMMER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION - June
22
Since the dawn of time, cultures around the world have celebrated
the longest day of the year. Bring a picnic dinner to the Coyote
Hills Visitor Center Lawn (we will provide soft drinks) then don
your masks and/or costumes, pick up your instruments or banners
and join the procession up to Red Hill Top for a bonfire and Mid-summer
merrymaking. Starts at 6:30 pm.
Fee: $5/person. Call (510) 636-1684 to sign up, or call
Norm Kidder at (925) 862-2600 or Jan Southworth at (510) 795-9385
for information.
HIDE TANNING AND CAMPING - July 20
to July 21
Bill Scherer will again be spending the weekend at Sunol-Ohlone
Regional Wilderness teaching the ancient art of brain tanning
to willing students. The process will take two days, so camping
in the park will be arranged. Call Bill at (408) 259-5275 or e-mail
scherer_william@hotmail.com
for information.
FELTING WORKSHOP - August 25
Dick and Marsha Baugh will be teaching beginning felt making
to anyone willing to get their hands wet and soapy. Contact them
at dick_baugh@compuserve.com
or (650) 493-5125 for information, cost, and directions.
BRIDGEPORT
PRIMITIVE OUTING - August 31 to September 2
Dick Baugh will again lead a group of intrepid adventurers to
his favorite area for primitive skills and foraging on the east
side of the Sierras. Life will be good if the Pinyon pines are
productive. Contact Dick at the number above for information and
to reserve a spot.
THE COYOTE HILLS
KNAP-IN - Ooctober 5 to October 6
This informal weekend of rock breaking and sharing skills
will again feature the Gathering of Ohlone Peoples on Sunday.
Be a part of this exciting cultural event. Camping available.
Call Ken Peek at (510) 527-1215 or e-mail kspeek123@earthlink.net
or contact Norm at atlatl1@aol.com.
PIGMENTS OF YOUR IMAGINATION - October
19 
Chuck Kritzon and Ken Peek will again teach how to use natural
minerals to create colorful paints for your primitive projects.
Contact Chuck at chuckk@petroglyphics.com
or Ken at the above for information.
GOURDCRAFTING WORKSHOP - November
16
Join Chuck and Betsy Kritzon & Ken and Betsy Peek for
an exciting interlude with the incredible inedible gourd. Make
cool things. See above for contact information.
E-mail your comments to "Dino Labiste" at KahikoArts@yahoo.com,
"Bob Gillis" at shelter@best.com,
"Richard A. Baugh" at dick_baugh@compuserve.com,
"Norm Kidder" at atlatl1@aol.com,
"Chuck Kritzon" at chuckk@petroglyphics.com,, or "Ken Peek" at kspeek123@earthlink.net
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