Hands of the Hunter

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We're excited to welcome Survival School to Kents Cavern throughout the summer for special live demonstrations showcasing the ancient skills our ancestors once relied on to hunt and thrive.

THIS SUMMER AT KENTS CAVERN
Looking for something truly different to do this summer? Step into the shoes of our ancestors with Hands of the Hunter, live Stone Age demonstrations.

Join Survival School as they demonstrate the hands-on techniques early humans would have used to survive. This educational experience is perfect for families, couples and anyone with a curiosity for prehistory and how humans lived tens of thousands of years ago.

Dates:
Thursday 24th July

Thursday 31st July

Thursday 8th August

Thursday 15th August

Thursday 22nd August

Thursday 29th August

Live Demonstrations Will Include:
Stripping bark from hazel rods to craft traditional arrows

Shaping and finishing flint arrowheads

Carving notches for arrowheads and bow strings

Creating fires using friction and percussion methods

Making adhesives from resin, charcoal and beeswax

Straightening arrows using soapstone straighteners

Fitting arrowheads and securing them with natural glue

Preparing feathers for flights and fletchings

Tying and fixing flights to complete the arrow

Working on yew bow staves to replicate Mesolithic–Neolithic bows

As you watch these ancient skills in action, ask yourself: Would you have survived the Stone Age?

Don't forget, there is so much more to do at Kents Cavern this summer!

How Do I Book?
Great news! These demonstrations are included with your cave tour ticket so there's no need to book anything additional. Survival School will be on-site for full days and will be on our front lawn (weather permitting) showcasing these ancient skills.