A new study led by Archaeologist Michelle Bebber, Ph.D., an assistant professor in Kent State University’s Department of Anthropology, has demonstrated that the atlatl (i.e. spear thrower) functions ...

A new study has demonstrated that the atlatl (i.e. spear thrower) functions as an 'equalizer', a finding which supports women's potential active role as prehistoric hunters. A new study led by ...

Atlatl construction has always taken advantage of local material, and the ones the novices use are no exception. They're made of PVC pipe. The darts are made of willow with metal or wooden tips and ...

Benjamin holds a Master's degree in anthropology from University College London and has previously worked in the fields of psychedelic neuroscience and mental health. Benjamin holds a Master's degree ...

To use an atlatl — the name is derived from an Aztec word for “throwing board” — hunters hook arrowlike hunting darts into the end of the weapon, which is generally a wooden piece about 2 feet long.

SEDGEWICKVILLE, Mo. -- Like a pitcher preparing for the perfect fastball, Ron Mertz firmly planted his feet, squared his shoulders, aimed at his target and launched his dart. He missed the wild boar ...

This week on Discover Nature, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will host a free atlatl workshop on June 3, from 5:30-8:30 p.m. in Columbia at the Boone County Nature School. An atlatl is ...

Andrew Abyo demonstrates how to throw a spear-length dart using an atlatl as Cindy and Todd Palmatier watch Saturday at the Alaska Native Heritage Center. (Loren Holmes / Alaska Dispatch News) The ...