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Monthly Archives: August 2012

Hadza Movie: By The Light Of A Million Fires
31 Aug 2012

Hadza Movie: By The Light Of A Million Fires

by Paul Kirtley | posted in: Documentaries and Films | 9

The Hadza are a tribe of hunter-gatherers in Tanzania. This statement, however, hardly emphasises their importance. The Hadza are one of the last societies anywhere in the world that survive by hunting and gathering. Furthermore, they live in East Africa, … Continued

How To Wade Across A River
28 Aug 2012

How To Wade Across A River

by James Bath | posted in: Intermediate Bushcraft, Natural World | 10

How to wade across a river or stream is a question often first asked by outdoors people when they are confronted by a potential water crossing. It is much better to have practiced techniques beforehand and thought about options at … Continued

Tips to Maximise the Effectiveness of Your Sleeping Kit
23 Aug 2012

Tips to Maximise the Effectiveness of Your Sleeping Kit

by Paul Kirtley | posted in: Tips & Tricks | 49

Whether you are in a static camp or making a journey, looking after your sleeping kit is a priority. Moisture retained in your sleeping bag will significantly reduce its thermal efficiency. A damp bivvy bag will increase heat loss by … Continued

Elementary Wilderness Bushcraft Course: A Student’s View
22 Aug 2012

Elementary Wilderness Bushcraft Course: A Student’s View

by Paul Kirtley | posted in: Frontier Bushcraft Courses | 8

Duane Yates was a student on one of our Elementary Wilderness Bushcraft courses. Duane is a keen amateur photographer as well as an enthusiastic practitioner of bushcraft skills. Coming on one of our Elementary courses allowed him to combine these … Continued

The Power of Paracord (And How to Make Sure You Always Have Some With You)
16 Aug 2012

The Power of Paracord (And How to Make Sure You Always Have Some With You)

by Paul Kirtley | posted in: Tips & Tricks | 63

There are many clever ways of carrying paracord in your kit and on your person. But don’t forget the basics. Why do we want to carry paracord? Under what circumstances might we need to use it? Cordage from Natural Materials: … Continued

A Bushcraft Camp Comes To Life
14 Aug 2012

A Bushcraft Camp Comes To Life

by Paul Kirtley | posted in: Frontier Bushcraft Courses | 21

A student on one of our Elementary Wilderness Bushcraft courses took a great time-lapse sequence of the main camp coming to life one morning. Duane Yates got out of his sleeping bag not long after 04:00. He set up his … Continued

An Alternative Bow Saw Technique
9 Aug 2012

An Alternative Bow Saw Technique

by Paul Kirtley | posted in: Tips & Tricks | 34

A bow-saw is a very useful and safe cutting tool to have around camp. Unless you are in a semi-permanent camp, you are unlikely to have the use of a saw horse. Often you can find a log or stump … Continued

How to Assess a Water Crossing
7 Aug 2012

How to Assess a Water Crossing

by James Bath | posted in: Intermediate Bushcraft, Natural World | 15

The first rule of water crossings is to avoid them whenever you can. If you can avoid, re-plan or detour around a water obstacle, then it is worth it. If you have no choice, then read on. Acronym Soup A … Continued

Staff Picks On The Frontier Bushcraft Blog:

The Joy of Tracks

Frontier Bushcraft Team: Canoe and WWS&R Training

The Tarp Tipi: A Modern Take on a Classic Design

Video: Elementary Wilderness Bushcraft

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