hunting blind

[eastTNJoe]

I had a unique experience today with a student today. The student is blind and had been outside and found some rocks he was convinced were arrowheads. Another teacher suggested I look at them because they new I had an interest. He had nothing other than a few random rocks, but was so excited to show me his finds. I had to tell him that they weren't relics and tried to explain what an arrowhead would feel like. I promised him I'd bring some to examine tomorrow. So I plucked some broken bits and pieces from the box of finds to let him check out. I also plan on giving him a complete point so he can "see" what it is like. I hate to give up any of the few I have, but I have seen so many examples of others on this forum(Larson comes to mind) who give away their finds to share their interests and hobby with others.

I can't imagine not being able to use my eyes to see. I would never tell this kid he couldn't go hunting because he can't see, but I was thinking of ways he could enjoy it in his own unique way. I told him that maybe he could knap his own with training. Any other ideas out there?

 

[Wyoming Valley Relics]

If you had a good place to dig , he wouldn't need to see anything .With slow and shallow scraps with a trowel you need to hear and feel the finds.

 

[NC field hunter]

This is a matter that I have thought about. I'm not sure how one would ever learn how to field hunt blind. Sight is basically all their is to go on, in the field. If this kid is serious, I'll gladly send you some points, with outstanding flaking patterns. I'm sure one could learn to feel for flaking and patterns. PM me if you would like me to mail a few to you.

 

[Tnmountains]

Yes if you can use a sifter he can clear the sifter. Joe you are close give me a heads up and I will be happy to supply a few for him. I have a few tools that when I close my eyes I can still tell its a tool. He can have those too. I will jump on my bike and meet you up towards clements antiques. Also show you a site near it may be we can hit real quick. We gave cw bullets to the wounded warriors when they were here. like doing that. I have probably gave away years ago as much as we found.
Shoot me a pm oh yeah I have a ton of pottery too.

 

[The Grim Reaper]

Same here Joe. Get me the young mans address and I'll send him a few items as well.

 

[eastTNJoe]

Thanks everyone for the offer of sending him some stuff. Unfortunately this is the last week of school, so I would have to give him some items over the summer or in August when students return. You guys are so generous!

 

[ivan salis]

I often see finds that are partly done castaways -- I try hem in my hand to see how they "feel" --sometimes they just seem to "fit right in" my hand --and I can see the partly worked edge on them

 

[eastTNJoe]

update for those interested....I let the student check out some of my pieces. He had tons of observations to make based on shape and feel. I imagine he has incredible tactile ability since he can read braille. I gave him some of my brokes and one point. I told him that there were some other people who had volunteered to give him a few more. He was very excited. I'll pm those that expressed interest in helping him out. I'll send him the donations over the summer. I'm sure he will be stoked! Thanks to all!

 

[bevo]

you guys are exceptional.

 

[GatorBoy]

If you had a good place to dig , he wouldn't need to see anything .With slow and shallow scraps with a trowel you need to hear and feel the finds.

"Clink"

 

[bravowhiskey]

update for those interested....I let the student check out some of my pieces. He had tons of observations to make based on shape and feel. I imagine he has incredible tactile ability since he can read braille. I gave him some of my brokes and one point. I told him that there were some other people who had volunteered to give him a few more. He was very excited. I'll pm those that expressed interest in helping him out. I'll send him the donations over the summer. I'm sure he will be stoked! Thanks to all!

You got that right Joe...His "feel" far exceeds what we could discern. Ya know the guy could probably tell a real point from a locally manufactured one. After working with many examples. Mayhaps there is a career there no one ever thought about. I don't say this lightly or with jest.
Good goin' Joe, to take the time and show the interest.

 

[CoilyGirl]

Very commendable indeed Joe.

 

[PhilBarnett]

Never under estimate what any one with a disability can do. I am deaf but that isn't going to stop me from metal detecting. Where I use to work the vending machine area was run buy this blind couple. It didn't mater what kind of bill you give them. 5 10 or a twenty they knew what it was and your change was always correct. Senses pick up where others leave off!

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