Fire striker & leather tinder pouch making workshop
Description
Spend a day carving your very own fire striker and leather tinder pouch to keep it in. Then later in the day we will look at how to use the fire striker and practise fire lighting with lots of different tinders. This course is a great way to get started with friction fire lighting, learn some whittling and how to hand sew a leather pouch. This course is for anyone who would like to be able to light fires by friction and create (or give away to a special crafter in your life) a unique fire striker and leather tinder pouch. The course is more than learning to light a fire, make a striker or sew a pouch, it’s a chance to reconnect with the outdoors and switch off from all of life’s little stresses. What you will learn: * Fire lighting using a fire striker. * Different tinders and how to light them. * Safe knife cutting and carving techniques. * Creating and shaping a wooden handle for the fire striker. * Cutting, sewing and riveting leather by hand.
What's included in the price?
- All tools and materials will be provided, but do wear closed toe footwear, practical and warm clothes, and a packed lunch. - Refreshments, tea, coffee and biscuits, will be provided.
Duration
4¼ hours
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Denmark Farm Conservation Centre is a 40 acre nature reserve managed by the charity The Shared Earth Trust. We host a range of craft, sustainable living, conservation and ecology courses with all profits ploughed back into caring for the nature and wildlife on site.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Wheelchair users
- Limited mobility
- Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
- Corporate days out & team building
- Suitable for beginners
- Christmas
- Accommodation offered
- UK Holiday
- Parking provided
FAQs
All our courses are held at Denmark Farm Conservation Centre in Lampeter, west Wales (SA48 8JA)
There is parking on site, and the option to walk around the 40 acre nature reserve while you are here.
Yes. We offer a range of accommodation options:
* Ecolodge self-catering apartment - sleeps groups up to 14. Discounts for course participants
* Bunkhouse - dormitory style bedroom, plus access to a shared kitchen/lounge with log burner, TV and kitchen
* Campsite - Open April to September.
Please message for details.
Although dogs are very welcome around the nature reserve, we would ask you to leave your dog at home while you are here on a course as we do not allow dogs to stay in cars during workshops, and there isn't enough room to have them in the classroom.
Yes. If the carer is coming to support you on the course, but not participating, then the carer's place is free of charge.
If the carer wishes to take part, then they need to book a place on the course.
