Fire-making without a lighter
Make your own fire from natural materials with a fire steel, or with flint and steel. Suitable for beginners and children from age 10.
In one afternoon you learn to make fire without a lighter. We start with the basics: preparing materials, recognising natural tinder and building a fire properly. Then you make fire yourself with a fire steel and with flint and steel. Together we cook something to eat and drink over the fire.
What you'll learn
- preparing materials, including with a knife
- recognising and gathering natural tinder
- making fire with a fire steel (ferrocerium) and with flint and steel
- building, maintaining and safely putting out a fire
Included
- all materials on loan
- something to eat and drink from the fire
What to bring
- weatherproof clothing that can get dirty
- a water bottle and sunscreen
- your own knife is not required, but it is recommended
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