by brian | Aug 14, 2019 | Woods Tools Badge
To prepare and build a fire, you need three types of wood: Tinder The most important element to starting any fire is tinder. Without good tinder no amount of spark or friction-produced ember will be useful. Tinder comes in many different forms from natural to...
by brian | Aug 14, 2019 | Woods Tools Badge
"What the heck is a feather stick?!?!" (also called a Fuzz stick) you might ask. I know I asked that a few minutes before learning how to make one. It's just a reminder that there's a first time for everything! Another version by Dave Canterbury "A feather stick is...
by brian | Aug 14, 2019 | Woods Tools Badge
Don't damage a living tree. Look for sticks on the ground. Choose a stick that is long enough so you don't get cooked in the fire too! Make sure that it is sturdy enough to support your meal. The bigger the item, the thicker the stick (or you may want to consider...
by brian | Aug 14, 2019 | Woods Tools Badge
To sharpen an axe, use a mill bastard file at least 10 inches long with a handle. Wear leather gloves while filing. To prevent hitting your fingers on the axe's edge, always file from the back of the axe head towards the edge. File at an angle towards the...
by brian | Aug 14, 2019 | Woods Tools Badge
To clean the ax head: To clean your axe or hatchet first make sure that the head is thoroughly dry. Use a cloth or paper towel to remove excess water or moisture from the axe blade. If there is stubborn dirt or wood sap on the head, scrape it off with a wire brush....
