There were many new applications of technology, as well. Archeologists have found different kinds of pottery in the James River Valley of Virginia. The people also made large bowls and carvings from soap stone. Trade between groups continued to grow. This gave people access to materials from places beyond where they lived.
People also can get new ideas and knowledge from others.
An important advancement was the development of the bow and arrows about 800 years ago. By the end of this period some tribes were living in village settlements. Archaeologists have found large sites, like one in Rockbridge County. People still enjoy cooking traditional Indian foods . Food was abundant, especially in the tidal wetlands areas which had many fish and shell beds of oysters and other marine life.