Making cotton wool fire lighters


For me bushcraft is all about the natural world and so when it comes to fire lighting I prefer natural tinders.  But it makes sense to carry a few things with you that will allow you to light a fire quickly should the need arise.  So here’s a short video of me making cotton wool fire lighters inpregnated with wax.

We discuss making cotton wool fire lighters, as well as manmade tinders, natural tinders and firelighting on our 2 Day & 5 Day Bushcraft Coursesand the IOL Bushcraft Competency Certificate.

You can see loads of photos on our Facebook page.


About Gary

Lead Instructor at Jack Raven Bushcraft, teaching bushcraft, wilderness and survival skills to groups and individuals.

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