Prehistoric Precision

Location of Raymond R.

Where

Program Location: River Bend Discovery Center - 132 Campground Rd.Bentonville, VA 22610
Main Park Address: Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park, 350 Daughter of Stars Dr., Bentonville, VA 22610.

When

May 24, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Step back in time and test your skills with an atlatl!

An atlatl (spear thrower) was a tool used by some Indigenous tribes during the Paleoindian culture and Archaic period. Atlatls were used to increase the velocity of a spear to take down large mammals in the Shenandoah Valley, such as caribou or bison.

Do you think you can hit the bullseye? Come try it out!

This program is for adults and children, and 8+.

For more information about this program, please email blake.thomas@dcr.virginia.gov or call (540) 622-2262.

Parks are for everyone. Please let us know if you need special accommodations.

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AtlAtl Range

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-622-6840
Email Address: ShenandoahRiver@dcr.virginia.gov