You know what? There is a heck of a lot to know about gourds. Here’s a collection of links to interesting information about gourds. Oceanic Drift of Gourds – Experimental Observations. (1954). As in floating long distances over the sea. Bees are Essential: Pollination of Gourds, Squashes and Pumkins. (1964). Where would we be without […]
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We are pleased to announce that we now have gourd hand drums for sale. These are your basic gourd drums with a bottle gourd shell, goat or calfskin head, and a variety of finishes. They range in head diameter from about 15–20 cm (6-8 in). Be sure to check out the audio recordings to hear […]
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