Generally when I’m out practicing bushcraft I try to avoid using cordage if possible. So for example, I’ll build a shelter using a few simpe design principles and negate the need for string. But there are times when you do need to use cordage. An example here might be to make a platform to keep […]
Finding ember extenders in the winter can sometimes be tricky. Watch this video to find out about collecting clematis downy flower (or seed) heads in January. We talk about collecting clematis downy flower heads on our 2 Day & 5 Day Bushcraft Courses as well as the IOL Bushcraft Competency Course. You can see plenty of photos from all of […]
Winter foraging is easily overlooked. Whilst there aren’t as many species around, or indeed those species aren’t generally found in the same quantities, there are still plants around that we can forage. This video shows 8 plant species that I found within around 30 minutes in mid January. I easily found enough plants to make […]
A couple of weeks ago I showed you how to make a mallet with a knife and saw, this week is about making a mallet with an axe. I prefer to make a mallet with an axe, it’s generally quicker and gives a more robust tool. If you’d like to try making a mallet this […]
