Black Scout Tutorials - Friction Fire Bow Drill Method

In this episode, we demonstrate how to create a fire using the bow drill method. This is yet another way you can start a fire while out in the field but should not be the only source. We describe all of the tools needed and start a fire. Thanks for watching!

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[LotusReach]

This was an excellent talk. Explained carefully and clearly, not missing out any aspect.

[Bassghost]

Good job brother! I'm from AL and I know exactly what the rain and humidity is your talkin about. God speed & SEMPER FI

[BlackScoutSurvival]

Thanks, we will cover those other techniques you requested soon. Take care

[TTSOGRETRON]

Great in depth tutorial. Thanks for taking the time to show us. Nice GSO 5!

[BlackScoutSurvival]

Thank you! glad you enjoyed the video! thanks for watching!

[BlackScoutSurvival]

Yeah man it definitely makes it more difficult. thanks for the support!

[BlackScoutSurvival]

Thats the Survive Knives EDC-4. They no longer offer that model but a knife known as GSO-4.1 that tooks its place.

[BlackScoutSurvival]

haha. thats right. thanks for watching!

[qwertyuiopLT]

just what I asked for some time ago, great job!

[jamesw.]

Thx man very good video...b just watched it because I was having trouble.... now I'm able to get it.... Thx so much man...

[Jennifrer]

I have heard that adding a very small amount of sand (or anything gritty) to the socket between the drill and fire board help create the friction faster. What are your thoughts on this?

[cruddycamping]

Great explanation of each step thank you.

[jamesaritchie]

In very wet weather, For the wood,  I look for a standing tree that's not too big around, and that's completely dead.   Pine works very well.  I've started fires in the rain, and in the snow using dead pine.

The bird nest can be the hardest part of a friction fire in extremely wet weather, but you can always find dry components, if you know where to look.

[FrancineRossoni]

Hi. I live in the small state of Rhode Island. We live on 3 acres that make up mostly of Maple, Oak and Pine. Are any of these woods effective as a bow drill hearth board or spindle? Thank you!

[houseboatrob]

The method is easy, selection of material is the hard part! You should make a video of selecting the right wood

[gojcgo]

I'm definitely going to try this.

[johnanthony]

what fire starting method should I rely on? or are you saying I shouldn't rely just on one method of fire starting?

[deepwaters]

I built my first bow drill set, however I have a problem... The handle wants to fire instead of the fire board.  What to do? 

[juangcastro]

what boots are you wearing in the video?

[REAPERMILITIAOUTDOORS]

lmmfao I hate these methods of fire making but will keep practicing