The focus of this course is to give students an introduction into Primitive Skills. During this One day course you will learn how to work with various animal bones to create tools and other craft components. Bone is a fantastic material with which you can not only create functional tools but also art. The day will also consist of basic flint knapping and resin glue making that would be used to turn bone components into tools. One of the many benefits of learning more about Primitive Skills and using the traditional tools at hand is that you gain a much better understanding of the materials around us and how they work.
You will be guided through the day by Bill Souter, an expert in primitive skills.
Subjects Covered:
Bone - its composition, the best bone for the job and how it can be used.
Preparation - What to do with bones to make them useable.
Tools - the simple, natural tools that were used by our ancestors, plus some more modern day ones to make life easier.
Create - Starting with a simple needle you will learn how to cut, shape and create simple tools.
Your own tools - Create a primitive drill from a small flint head and attach it to a shaft using natural pitch / tar.
Suitable for:
This course is aimed at adults and accompanied mid / late teens.
What People Have Said;
Jeff: Had a wonderful and informative day with RedOakBushcrafts on there ancient bone tools course. It was a friendly and inclusive atmosphere, the instructors, Bill and Peter are very knowledgeable and delivered the course in a professional way. I would not hesitate to recommend this company for all your Bushcraft needs, I certainly will be attending more course with them.
Kev: Amazing. Recently went to a primitive bone tool course with red oak bushcraft which was supported by Billy Souter primitive living. Both Billy and Peter were very knowledgeable about the subject. Their approach to instructing was extremely supportive and encouraging. Top class people and a very enjoyable experience made even better by the welcoming environment that they created. Highly recommend these guys.
Phil: GREAT LOCATION , GREAT INSTRUCTORS , GOOD PRICES , GET OUT AND LEARN SOMETHING NEW OR BRUSH UP OLD SKILLS , YOU WONT GO WRONG WITH THESE GUYS.
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