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Unless
otherwise stated, all events take place at the Crannog Centre
and normal admissions apply. Summer is packed with events! Please keep scrolling down for information.
Saturday, 7th & 14th June 2008: Sandpit Archaeology- the Little Dig. Celebrating Perthshire Archaeology Month
Try your hand at trowelling for clues to the past. Learn how to record your finds and what to do with them. Suitable for ages 7+. 12-2pm. Booking recommended. This event is free.
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Saturday, 7th & 14th June 2008: Snorkel Archaeology- the Little Plunge. Celebrating Perthshire Archaeology Month
Discover virtual underwater archaeology in a mini-tank. With mask and snorkel, only the face and hands get wet! Record objects and draw underwater. Suitable for ages 7+. 2-4pm. This event is free.
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Sunday, 8th June 2008: Simple Pot-making
Get creative with clay and learn how to make simple pots and finger-paintings. Hand’s on fun for all ages. 11am -4pm. Included with tour of the Crannog.
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Sunday, 15th June 2008: Weaving through the Ages
Discover Iron Age-style textiles with our fibre expert. Spin, try simple weaving, and small handlooms. 11am -4pm. Included with tour of the Crannog.
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Saturday, 21st June 2008: Concert in the Crannog - Celebration of the Summer Solstice
Celebrate the longest day in Scotland's most intimate musical venue. Soak up the Iron Age atmosphere around a log fire with regional artists playing Scottish music in sessions, so everyone can take turns between house and refreshment marquee. Places limited so book early. Real Ale Tent and BBQ. 8-11pm. Booking essential. tel: 01887 830583 or email: info@crannog.co.uk |
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Saturday, 28th June 2008: Iron Age Archery!
Discover simple bows and arrows and try your skill at hitting the target. 11am -4pm. Suitable for ages 7+. Included with tour of the Crannog. |
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Sunday, 6th July 2008:
Bee Wisdom - Products from the Hive
Talk to a Master Bee-keeper, find out about Bronze Age bees, heavenly honey and bee-keeping secrets! Local heather honey and craft goods for sale, with free tasting for sticky fingers of all ages. Time : 11am to 4pm, Normal admissions apply.
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Friday, 8th July 2008: Prehistoric Canoe-Carving
Learn about Bronze Age tools and try your hand at adzing and axing to help build a dugout canoe. 11am - 4pm. Normal admissions apply.
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Sat-Sunday, 19th-20th July 2008: Go Native! Ancient Technology Fair – Hands on the Past! Demonstrations and workshops of ancient skills including cordage, flint-knapping, wood-working, metal-working, fibre-working and more! Crafts and replicas for sale. Meet Wilderness Skills instructors. 11-5pm.
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Wednesday, 13th August 2008: Poking into Pots
Get creative with clay and learn how to make simple pots and finger-paintings. Hand’s on fun for all ages. 11am to 4pm. Normal admissions apply. |
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MORE Summer EVENTS TO COME SOON!
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