Fire & Water: Primitive Fire Making and Water Disinfection Fire and water are the cornerstones of survival, and mastering them is essential for anyone seeking to reconnect with ancestral skills. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn the ancient art of fire making using only natural materials, as well as traditional methods for finding, filtering, and disinfecting water in the wild. Fire provides warmth, protection, and the ability to cook food, while safe drinking water is essential for survival. Our ancestors perfected these skills over thousands of years, and this class will give you the knowledge and confidence to harness these life-sustaining elements without modern tools. What You’ll Learn: • How to make fire using friction-based methods (hand drill and bow drill) • How to find and process natural tinder and kindling • The science behind fire and how to make it in different environments • Locating natural water sources in the wild • Traditional methods of filtering and disinfecting water using natural materials and fire This class is designed for both beginners and those looking to refine their skills. All materials will be provided, and no prior experience is necessary. Come ready to get your hands dirty and learn the fire and water skills that sustained our ancestors for millennia!