THINGS TO DO

The spindle of a fire drill

Show how Strongarm taught Firekeeper to make fire.

Examine the sticks that you selected some time ago for a fire drill.

If you choose a hard piece for a spindle, your drill will work better if you choose soft wood for the hearth.

Round the ends of the spindle and make a shallow hole with a groove beside it in the hearth.

Make a shallow hole in a flat piece of wood to hold the upper end of the spindle.

After you learn to work the drill with your hands, try a strap.

When you can use the strap easily, try a bow.

If you keep on trying you will be able to get fire with your fire drill.

The hearth of a fire drill


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