The Journal
Elm Bark Processing
This week, learn how to process Elm bark for use in cordage and other craft projects. Elm bark is a beautiful material, remarkably similar to leather in terms of appearance and pliability.
Rosebay Willowherb
Rosebay Willowherb - an incredibly useful plant in wilderness living. Discover some of its attributes from its edibility, use in fire, cordage potential and how it regenerates the soil.
Cantilever Pot Hanger
This week, learn how to craft an adjustable cantilever pot hanger - a brilliant way to use simple physics to boil water or cook efficiently over a fire.
Silver Birch
A brief dive into Silver Birch (Betula Pendula) - an incredible tree for abundant reasons. Learn a little about its place within the world, how to spot it and some of the ways in which it can be used.
Knife Use Tips
Although using a knife is such a fundamental part of practising bushcraft , unless you have undergone formal training it seems to be something where most people are left to figure it out for themselves. This week’s Journal entry shares some useful tips about using a knife in this context.
Journal Launch
Our plan behind the new Journal. Bringing weekly updates to you cycling through Skills, Tree Identification, Craft and Plants/Funghi.