Category: Posts on Traditional Technology & Wilderness Craft

Bow Drill Fire Making Kits – Directions, Tips, Tricks, Pitfalls & Advice

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Wolf Camp director Chris Chisholm details traditional fire-making by friction using the bow-drill method. Learning this method alleviates dependency on manufactured fire starters, ensuring a constant ability to create fire in adverse conditions. Key tips include maintaining proper form, selecting appropriate materials, and positioning to maximize efficiency. Beginners should practice with a prefab kit before advancing to natural materials. Advanced skills involve crafting kits from nature and utilizing natural cordage. Continue Reading Bow Drill Fire Making Kits – Directions, Tips, Tricks, Pitfalls & Advice

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Best Way to Make Fire: The Bed-Pillow-Blanket Method vs Tipi Fire Construction

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This article trains you on fire-making techniques, emphasizing four essential requirements: fuel, air, shelter, and ignition using matches, fire steel or lighter. Two primary methods are key for creating fires: the Bed, Pillow & Blanket Method for quick setups; and the Giant Tipi Fire for the most challenging weather conditions. Continue Reading Best Way to Make Fire: The Bed-Pillow-Blanket Method vs Tipi Fire Construction

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Best Emergency Wilderness Survival Shelter – The Wolf Camp BIVOUAC BED & EAGLE’S NEST and Bivi Bag instead of Debris Hut

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The debris hut, popularized through the Boy Scouts and survival schools, is ineffective for most emergency situations due to its impractical requirements, including time, skills, physical ability, and materials. Instead, we recommend the Bivouac Bed, or Bivy Bed, as a more viable emergency shelter that can be created quickly under duress. It emphasizes essential steps like sheltering out of the wind, and insulating against the ground. The Eagle’s Nest is even better for extended situations. Continue Reading Best Emergency Wilderness Survival Shelter – The Wolf Camp BIVOUAC BED & EAGLE’S NEST and Bivi Bag instead of Debris Hut

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How to Make an Appalachian Potato Basket

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Basketry is an ancient and captivating craft with a rich history. Among the various basket traditions, the Appalachian Potato Basket stands out as a sturdy and visually appealing design. Crafting this basket involves skillfully weaving and securing ribs and handles, and culminates in a functional and beautiful piece. The process includes measurements, weaving techniques, handling materials, and finishing touches. Continue Reading How to Make an Appalachian Potato Basket

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Transforming Rawhide – Traditional Hide Tanning to Make Buckskin Leather

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This content provides a detailed guide on traditional methods for preparing rawhide and tanning hides to make buckskin leather. The process involves gutting, skinning, fleshing, de-hairing, rinsing, sewing, scraping, soaking, stretching, buffing, and smoking the hide. Continue Reading Transforming Rawhide – Traditional Hide Tanning to Make Buckskin Leather

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