The Art of Firecraft

This engaging Fire Craft class introduces kids to the science, history, and techniques of making fire using both primitive and modern methods. Designed with safety and curiosity in mind, the class teaches responsible fire use while connecting participants to ancient skills and survival know-how.

Students will:

• Learn about the fire triangle (heat, fuel, oxygen) and how fires burn.

• Practice gathering and preparing natural tinder and kindling from the environment.

• Explore primitive fire-starting techniques, including the traditional steel and rock (flint and steel) method—where sparks are struck from steel onto char cloth or dry tinder.

• Try out modern fire-starting tools, such as ferrocerium rods (ferro rods), to shower hot sparks onto fine tinder bundles.

With guidance, students will build small, safe fires in designated areas and gain confidence in both ancient and modern survival skills. This class emphasizes respect for fire, environmental awareness, and self-reliance—all while sparking a sense of adventure and hands-on learning.

Additional Information

We will meet at Picnic Site 1 which is just South of the playground and behind the new washrooms being built. 

Please dress for colder than the weather forecast calls for

Pack snacks and something to drink.

Parents and siblings 5 and under are welcome to stay. 

All tools and materials are supplied