1 Day Flint Knapping Course - Entry level

Name: 1 Day Flint Knapping Course - Entry level
Start: 2025-03-22T08:30:00+11:00
End: 2025-03-22T17:00:00+11:00
Location: Ourimbah State Forest, NSW

Schedule

Sat Mar 22 2025 at 08:30 am to 05:00 pm

UTC+11:00

Location

Ourimbah State Forest, NSW | Wyong, NS

During this one day course students will learn the basics of flint knapping and the techniques they’ll need in order to create functional stone tools.��We will discuss and demonstrate methods of removing flakes from bigger pieces of stone in order to be used for smaller items. ��Students will gain knowledge in historical use of stone tools, sourcing stone, knapping tools, correct techniques, creating platforms, percussion & pressure flaking ��The course will focus on students creating blades and microliths for all manner of stone tools uses, including making drill tips, cutting blades, points and scrapers.