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Forage for Primitive Fire

Wed, Aug 03

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Harvest Preserve

Fire-making is a fundamental survival skill that will boost your confidence and increase your enjoyment when hiking and camping.

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Forage for Primitive Fire
Forage for Primitive Fire

Time & Location

Aug 03, 2022, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM CDT

Harvest Preserve, 1645 N Scott Blvd, Iowa City, IA 52245, USA

About the Event

Yeah, it’s easy to make a fire with newspaper and a lighter, but wouldn’t it be more fun to start that blaze by employing methods and materials our ancestors used for thousands of years? (And many foraged greens are more palatable in a hot soup.)

During this class, you will learn the basics of fire-starting using a bow drill, flint-and-steel, and a ferro rod. Identifying ideal species of trees, barks and grasses will be covered along with how to process those natural materials.

Regardless of your skill level, you will leave with an improved understanding of how to successfully make a fire.

Please note…

  • Sharp tools will be used: knives and tree saws

  • Hot embers and fire will be created

Tickets

  • Abundance of Resources

    This fee is for people with expendable income. This option allows you to assist others in attending our classes by “paying it forward” for those who have less access to opportunities.

    $25.00

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  • Traditional Resources

    This fee is for people who have the resources they need to make ends meet and can attend our classes at full cost.

    $20.00

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  • Reduced Access to Resources

    This fee is for people who are working hard to make ends meet on low wages and have less access to resources and opportunities.

    $12.00

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  • Under Resourced

    This option is for people who have low access to resources. Examples include those with income below the poverty line, people living with mental and physical health concerns, and people experiencing insecurity in basic needs attainment.

    $0.00

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Backyard Abundance

Backyard Abundance is a leading educational nonprofit that helps people create vibrant, engaging outdoor spaces that benefit families and our environment.

P.O. Box 1605

Iowa City, IA  52244

319-325-6810

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