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Post by kayaker55 on Apr 2, 2013 20:20:44 GMT -8
My schedule changed last weekend. So I took Christopher's Fire Workshop Sat. Amazing ! He gave an overview and demonstrated a number of solid methods to ignite a fire. We then practiced in small groups. Here's how he started: You're stuck in the middle of nowhere. Name four ways you could use your vehicle to ignite a fire in an emergency situation. Any guesses ? It just got better from there.
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Post by supernachos on Apr 5, 2013 13:56:41 GMT -8
My schedule changed last weekend. So I took Christopher's Fire Workshop Sat. Amazing ! He gave an overview and demonstrated a number of solid methods to ignite a fire. We then practiced in small groups. Here's how he started: You're stuck in the middle of nowhere. Name four ways you could use your vehicle to ignite a fire in an emergency situation. Any guesses ? It just got better from there. The only thing I can think of is dousing some rags in fuel and cause a spark by shorting the positive and negative battery terminals to ignite the rag ( ...or use the car cigarette lighter to ignite some dry vegetation ... LOL )
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Post by kayaker55 on Apr 7, 2013 0:11:11 GMT -8
My schedule changed last weekend. So I took Christopher's Fire Workshop Sat. Amazing ! He gave an overview and demonstrated a number of solid methods to ignite a fire. We then practiced in small groups. Here's how he started: You're stuck in the middle of nowhere. Name four ways you could use your vehicle to ignite a fire in an emergency situation. Any guesses ? It just got better from there. The only thing I can think of is dousing some rags in fuel and cause a spark by shorting the positive and negative battery terminals to ignite the rag ( ...or use the car cigarette lighter to ignite some dry vegetation ... LOL ) Good guesses. 1. Battery, but no gas. Too dangerous because of the danger/ volatility of battery and gas fumes. Fuel is also very difficult to control when burning because of the rate of burn. Instead, use the battery to ignite some dry kindling. But you have to learn how he does it safely. 2. Cigarette lighter. Yes ! Newer cars don't have them, but they are still available. Get one and throw it in the glove box. 3. Mirrors, depending on style and shape, can be used to reflect sunlight. 4. Most difficult, but he did demonstrate it. Use the lens from a headlamp. You'll need tools, and know how to remove the assembly from the vehicle. Christopher discussed the simple idea of carrying jumper cables, flares, and a BIC lighter in your vehicle at all times. Strongly suggest taking this class because of the variety of ways one could start an emergency fire. Using a shotgun shell was my personal favorite.
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Post by wckalijkd on Apr 12, 2013 16:44:50 GMT -8
Anyone taking the Weaponry Workshop tomorrow 4/13?
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Post by kayaker55 on Apr 16, 2013 18:45:26 GMT -8
Anyone taking the Weaponry Workshop tomorrow 4/13? Couldn't make it Saturday. Did you go ? How was it ?
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Post by wckalijkd on Apr 16, 2013 20:00:22 GMT -8
Yeh, i went with my son. Had a great time. Covered alot of material. Snares, several "Figure 4 dead fall traps", Slings, Quail trap, and Snare.
Went on a hike and Chris picked up some veggies for a salad lunch afterwards.
Several things I picked up from this class. Snares are EZ to make and use. Same goes for the Quail Trap. Fig 4 dead fall traps looks complicated and hard to master. 3rd world countries, people hunt more with Slings than Sling shots. Difference between Active and Passive hunting.
I need to buy several Mouse Traps for my bug out bag. Pre made, cheap and efficient "hunting" tools. Like Snares, the more U utilize the more animals U will trap.
Also, learning Archery is a must. Silent, long range, and accurate.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 17, 2013 13:44:34 GMT -8
I'm gonna sign up for Desert Survival on 6/22 and bring my son. He loves survival stuff.
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Post by kayaker55 on Apr 19, 2013 5:07:15 GMT -8
Yeh, i went with my son. Had a great time. Covered alot of material. Snares, several "Figure 4 dead fall traps", Slings, Quail trap, and Snare. Went on a hike and Chris picked up some veggies for a salad lunch afterwards. Several things I picked up from this class. Snares are EZ to make and use. Same goes for the Quail Trap. Fig 4 dead fall traps looks complicated and hard to master. 3rd world countries, people hunt more with Slings than Sling shots. Difference between Active and Passive hunting. I need to buy several Mouse Traps for my bug out bag. Pre made, cheap and efficient "hunting" tools. Like Snares, the more U utilize the more animals U will trap. Also, learning Archery is a must. Silent, long range, and accurate. Sounds like a must for everyone. I agree about the archery. I'm seriously considering taking classes with my daughter at the easton archery center in Van Nuys. Spoke with the director. Told me to register early and not to buy anything until I go through the first class. They also sell a beginner's kit for $50.00. www.eastonvannuysarcherycenter.org/classes-activities/
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Post by Deleted on Apr 19, 2013 6:10:03 GMT -8
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Post by kayaker55 on Apr 19, 2013 19:44:07 GMT -8
The Saturday morning class sounds like a great option. Evenings are difficult right now. The "free" option makes it even better.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 28, 2013 12:05:38 GMT -8
I'll probably hit Nyerges firemaking class on 6/1 as well. I noticed that many of Nyerges' buddies list events on Meetup.com. Hopefully some day I will be able to attend one of Halcon's navigation classes and Jim Robinson's aboriginal skills as well. There's also Pascal Baudar's wild food outings which have gotten a lot of press.
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Post by kayaker55 on May 4, 2013 19:22:58 GMT -8
Just enrolled in Christopher's 11/5 Weaponry Class. Anyone else going ?
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Post by wckalijkd on May 7, 2013 20:10:55 GMT -8
I'm taking the Bow Making class. June 15th.
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Post by kayaker55 on May 7, 2013 22:49:24 GMT -8
I'm taking the Bow Making class. June 15th. Outstanding. I'll be there as well. Christopher's specials are a great deal ! Pay for two, and get a third one for free. I'll ask Christopher when he's scheduling another orienteering class for anyone who's interested.
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Post by kayaker55 on May 12, 2013 19:40:31 GMT -8
Took Christopher's weaponry class yesterday. Started off demonstrating his blow gun. Much more difficult to master than one would think. Breathing technique is unusual. Moved on to snares, traps, slings, a variety of slingshot models, traps, figure 4 deadfall traps, and a small slingshot-like weapon that comes from Guatemala. Cross between a crossbow and slingshot. The figure 4 deadfalls require intricate cutting and carving. I remember using a wooden box with a long string attached. Caught a ton of pigeons and squirrels. I asked him about a orienteering / navigation class, especially for TASC students. He said he'd look at the schedule and try to fit something in for TASC alumni. He also shared some bows he' s made. Bow Making Class is next on 6/15. Christopher said to enroll early because it's one of his more popular classes.
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