Primitive-Modern Fire Making Workshop (2/18)

Christopher Nyerges (School of Self-Reliance/Meetup), Xochitl, Seven (eds.), Wisdom Quarterlys

Make us a fire, KoKo. I'm cold!

Learn how to make fire by several primitive methods. We will learn the Four Principles by which fire is generated:

• mechanical (friction)
• solar (nearest star)
• chemical
• electrical.

How to Survive Anywhere (Nyerges)

We will practice several of these and learn the best techniques for mastery. We will learn to use reflectors, magnifying glasses, batteries, flint and steel, bow, hand drill, piston, flammable magnesium, and more. We will learn by doing.

The goal is to create an ember and “mother” it into a flame. Learn which woods are best and how to process them. A short walk is included to see which plants, for instance the Native American favorite mugwort, are best for a fire-making kit.

This class may be applied to the School of Self-Reliance's Bushcraft Certificate. Location 2 (details will be sent with registration). Copies of SOS books will be available in class. Details: 

• Primitive Fire Making Workshop, Pasadena
• schoolofself-reliance.com/event...primitive-fire-workshop
• Hahamongna Watershed Park, Pasadena, Los Angeles
• Saturday, February 18, 2023, 10:00 am-2:00 pm
• MEETUP RSVP: Workshop, Sat., Feb 18, 10:00 AM

I learned everything I know from L.A. Native American Wisdom-Keeper Chris Nyerges