Primitive Fire Making Workshop

Rubbing sticks to make fire? It’s friction, not fiction. Discover how fire was created for most of human history in this program based at Irvine’s Native American site. This small-group workshop will take you step by step through the process. Participants will make their own bow drill kit and practice using it to create an ember for fire starting. The kit will be yours to take home along with the knowledge on how to use it. Bring water, lunch or snacks, and a small, sharp knife (there will be some available to borrow). If it’s cold we will have a fire to keep you warm. The Native American site is a 15 minute walk from the parking lot.  For adults and teens 13 with accompanying adult

Instructor: Clare Walker, PhD, Master Naturalist