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New England Antiquities Research Association

Summer Workshop for Educators, Naturalists & the General Public

Terry J. Deveau

June 10, 2008

Title: A Time Before New Hampshire & Vermont

Offered by: P‑E‑A‑C‑E ® — Programs for Environmental Awareness & Cultural Exchange
Presenter: Michael J. Caduto
Hosted by: Student Conservation Association Center for Conservation Service
Location: SCA Center for Conservation Service, Charlestown, New Hampshire
Date: Saturday 9 August 2008
Time: 9:00am-4:00pm
Fee: $65 (includes all materials)

For further information and pre-registration (required) contact:

Michael Caduto: 802‑649‑1815 (telephone); or e-mail: michaelcaduto@p-e-a-c-e.net

Workshop Description: The story of this region’s amazing geology and the tumultuous ice age are among our most fascinating ancient histories. These formative events have been followed by 12,000 years in the lives of the Abenaki (Alnôbak). Down through the present day, the Abenaki have sustained themselves in ways molded by practical needs and spiritual beliefs. This program looks at the history of the landscape and the deep connection that the native peoples of this region maintain with their homeland, Gedakina, “Our Land.”

Spend the day on a journey immersed in the natural and cultural histories of New Hampshire and Vermont. Participants will discover a living past through stories, slides, discussion, music and a journey into the countryside. We’ll explore traditional land use, stewardship and the impacts the Alnôbak have had on the land. After lunch we’ll visit some historic places. During this field trip the group will be steeped in Native American folklore and information about the traditional uses of wild edible, medicinal and poisonous plants. We‘ll sample wild edibles and share indigenous stories as we traverse the riverside environment. Out we’ll go, come rain or pun.

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Michael J. Caduto is an award-winning author, ecologist, musician and storyteller who has taught at numerous nature centers, museums, schools, colleges and universities. His books include A Time Before New Hampshire: The Story of a Land and Native Peoples; Native American Gardening: Stories, Projects and Recipes for Families; Everyday Herbs in Spiritual Life: A Guide to Many Practices; & the best-selling Keepers of the Earth® series.

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