Episode number 4 of Series “Alcheringa (A)”.
A detailed description of the processes involved in making a bark canoe. Includes the proper way to remove the heavy water-soaked bark, the steam heating to make it pliable to shape the stern and bow, and the way to sew the ends together.
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ACMI Identifier
303287
Language
English
Subject categories
Aboriginal Australia → Aboriginal Australians - Implements
Aboriginal Australia → Aboriginal Australians - Social life and customs
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Boatbuilding
Communications, Infrastructure, & Transport → Boatbuilding
Documentary → Documentary films - Australia
Educational & Instructional → Instructional
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)