A bow drill is most often used for starting a fire – it’s the most efficient fire starting method –…

In a survival situation, tools and weapons made from stone, bone, or wood will suffice but those same tools and…

The Swedish Fire Torch, also known as a Canadian Candle, is a simple and efficient method to make a fire…

As any good survivalist knows, when caught in a survival situation, one of the first tasks at hand will be…

Char cloth (or charred cloth) is a swatch of fabric made from vegetable linen, such as cotton, that has been…

In survival situations, the ability to build and light a fire can make the difference between life and death. You…

There are several methods for laying a fire and each has advantages. The situation you are in will determine which…

Always light your fire from the upwind side. Make sure you lay the tinder, kindling, and fuel so that your…