Emergency Cordage For Survival Friction Fire

[@berettamod961]

For the past few years I have just put about 8 feet of #18 tarred bankline in my wallet. It is not hard to have cordage available to you if you plan ahead a bit. I agree that its more than a parlor trick. I think all options are viable if you need to create a fire and you have the materials and ability. Thanks again Lonnie!

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+berettamod961 Good idea to carry a length in the wallet. Good thinking. Yes we should always be prepared but we being the people we are, do not always do as we ought.

[@Druetty]

Another fantastic tip I have NEVER seen anywhere else! I've watched about a million videos but you always manage bring something completely new. Thanks

[@oldgeekster1]

A fun video to watch Lonny! Kept thinking of my Grandpa saying "where there is a will there is a way". Learned the Egyptian bow drill about 5 years back and that has been my "go to" for friction fire ever since.

[@lurchfowler2]

It's funny how some people don't understand or use common sense , all sorts of things can be used for cordage I want to thank you for reminding me about that

[@QntmNtglmnt]

Lonnie, you are the most entertaining dude from south central Alaska I know, but I only know of you so yeah, seriously though you have taught me some important knowledge. Thank you Sir.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Lawrence Waldron lol You are welcome and thank you.

[@ManLand]

Brother you are just absolutely smart...this is so simple, that me as an educated Amateur just would not have thought of that...now I'm thinking underwear...pants leg...etc...thank you for just opening up my mind for emergency cordage...this is why I call this type of ingenuity "Stupidly Simple"...like trying to find your glasses and they are on top of your head the whole time...lol. Brilliantly Done and very humbling video here!

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+ManLand121 (Midnight121) Thank you. I am hoping that my instructions DO help people to be able to think beyond what I teach and to adapt to their circumstance and locality.

[@ManLand]

***** My Wife and I both enjoy you and yours teaching and sharing these types of tips...You Tube is a great learning School, and the best part is getting out there in the real class room of the Sticks and practice practice and one day...well we never stop learning do we?...lol.

[@pitchdarkrunner5611]

Thanks for sharing Lonnie! The natural cordage aspect always seemed the weakest link in a survival scenario, but this is a great alternative!

[@Ceco556]

Lonnie you are truly inspiring, thanks for another great video.

[@frankman7384]

You are the best channel on any platform. The big networks should pay you millions for a TV show.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

I have been asked to be on a lot of the survival shows including "Alone" and "naked And Afraid". In the latter case, maybe I was just too afraid to be naked. lol. I just never did try out for any of the shows offered.

[@john-waxerone6972]

Hey Lonny, thanks for the thanks! Like I have said before...it's folks like you that give us glimpses into the wild and how to use long forgotten styles and techniques to make more of our outdoor experiences! And see, there again...a tee shirt hem for a bow drill! Who would have thought!

[@chrismeyette8786]

I love it when you can make me think outside the box, thanks for another great tip

[@aktrapper6126]

I love it. This is a system for those who have already learned the do's and don'ts of friction fire. You may only get a few tries with cotton cordage but if you know what your doing this works. One of these days Lonnie if you ever do shave that beard off which I don't expect you will, but if you do you'll have to try and make cordage and a fire with it. As long as you have a proud beard like that you'll never be without good cordage. Where there is a will there is a way. But it often takes more then just a will it takes knowledge and practice. Keep em coming Lonnie and Connie.....this is good teaching.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Catherine Perrett Hair is quite strong. I have seen circus type performers hanging their body weight from the hair on their head. I would HAVE to use my beard since their just isn't much left on top now days lol

[@dennissmith3201]

Lonnie I love all you wisdom and counter answers. Your practical ways and common sense in life and bushcraft are simply the Best. The shirt was excellent, and I gotta say I didn't think of that. Going through the do and dont have's fir cordage was also great. God bless you Lonnie

[@henningpertzel5625]

Thank you for passing your knowledge! you are a real expert, which I appreciate a lot!

[@stevewilson1616]

thank you and your wife for the time you put in to these vidios.

[@1fanger]

Awesome demo there, Lonnie! Shows how an active mind can come up with alternatives to just about anything. Hope you and Connie have a good summer.

[@eightgeorge]

That is a great demonstration of a bow drill that can be made with what you have. I really like how you showed how to wrap the bow drill in different directions to get more friction on the bow drill. Thank you sir for the most differences that can save your life. All little details matter to be successful

[@FuscoLW]

Have a wonderful week yourself. Thanks for making these videos.

[@retiredafce3373]

Have a great week too Lonnie!

[@Waldhandwerk]

Very good Lonnie! As usual ;) Great job.

[@williamrudge175]

Excellent video Lonnie . This is the first time I have seen this method. Makes you think outside of the box for more solutions to common problems.

[@tallcedars2310]

Hi Lonnie, that was awesome! Just goes to show that if a tool or product was lost/forgotten/broke in the woods, one can still find something to create fire in a survival situation. We all pack fire kits but they can be lost, although one will never be without fire if this method is practiced and mastered at home. This is something I will be adding to my weekend entertainment package, thanks and all the best to you and Connie.

[@TheVespap200e]

Thanks Lonnie! Its all about Mors Kochanski's saying (the more you know,the less you carry) Keep up the great work!

[@Taromovies]

Again a great demonstration Lonnie, to improvise is one of the most important thinks at the outdoors, thanks for sharing, wish you a great week, Taro

[@stanwilliams1642]

thanks for sharing all your ultimate knowledge definitely some life-saving information

[@TuckerSP2011]

Good tip Lonnie, most people will have a t-shirt or other article of clothing that they can sacrifice a scrap of.

[@savedmonkoutdoorschannel8930]

what a brilliant innovation Lonnie! this was genius. you are the master!!! God bless you brother!

[@LUCKYB.]

Lonnie its good to see you till around . I doug myself out of that mess and back doing the long haul thing , You and that Lovely wife of yours keep on doing the self reliance thing and Ten thumbs up to you both

[@artistben7]

Another great educational video Lonnie. The last time I wore T Shirts was back in 1991 my last day in the Military, but I have to say,, I think you sold me on wearing them again for the purpose of cordage in an emergency situation. I like your style of tutoring where your at an even pace and leave room for questioning. Thanks again Lonnie. :)

[@MrFmiller]

I like the Egyptian method. It seems to put less stress on the string.

[@virginiacopeland108]

We appreciate you also! Clark and Virginia

[@canadianboyee]

You make it look wayyyyy to easy haha have a good weekend Lonnie!

[@argmooner6524]

thank you Lonnie, you are a genuine wealth of knowledge . keep up the good work.

[@craigoldsen1667]

Fooled me......I thought sure we were going to see a facial hair cordage tutorial. Just kiddin'........good stuff again, Lonnie!

[@BEARivrman81356]

I always have my water bottle hanging from a piece of paracord ,but if I don't have that it's comforting to know there are alternatives. Thanks for posting Lonnie.

[@tallcedars2310]

Hi Lonnie, watching this video again, I noticed your calm approach to bow drilling. I tend to panic and rush things, but will slow down and take it easy. Thanks once again.

[@brianspencer4220]

Hello Lonnie: Good to see you. Your ideas always impress me. Being inventive or original is not an easy thing but you always amaze me. Thanks Brian nearing 76

[@saraskold9631]

That was a great idea Lonnie ! Thanks have not given up on a bow drill will keep trying till I master it ! God bless

[@tallcedars2310]

+sara sammon Am also in the process of learning to bow drill with Lonnie. Having a great time at it and see progress after watching his video's umpteen times, lol. Determination is a great thing when it comes to bow drilling and I've never met a bigger challenge than this one, at least that I can recall. Cheers!

[@saraskold9631]

Tall Cedars thank you for the encouragement it is a not so easy task when one has physical issues that get in the way or rather do not like to work right but never give up !

[@tallcedars2310]

+sara sammon Love your "stick-to-itivness"! Keep us posted on how it's coming along for you. I am now at the stage where after a few tries I get an ember, I wish you the same soon. Cheers.

[@daveengstrom9250]

I learned a ton of stuff from this. I had no idea the type of wood made a difference. Thanks.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

I have a series of videos that teach all about learning the bow drill that may prove helpful to you. You Can Learn Friction Fire Bowdrill kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZLcc6uolr6Ln80

[@pankloar]

Another great video. Thanks Lonnie.

[@carol-anntrudell9990]

Wow! I'm going to try that. Just in case it is ever needed. God bless always.

[@williamconfer9784]

Lonnie, thank you for your time and effort..... always learn something from you...Always look forward to your videos.. Bill .. God Bless you and your family..

[@sharoncrowe-snooshomestead3536]

Most of you make it look so easy. One of these days I will be able to do that as well. I will not stop tell I have mastered the bow drill. Great video

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+sharon crowe - Snoo's Backyard Bushcraft Good luck on your quest.

[@daltonvickers7977]

Thanks for all the great tips. Lots of ways to get cordage

[@alaskankare]

great video. hems are pretty strong, just looks like it needs a "stretch out" period like you need a burn in period. and your shirt still works as a shirt! Awesome to see someone being responsible when fire danger is high. Thanks!

[@PawPawMountain]

Keep'em coming Lonnie! Thanks!!

[@gartmorn]

Haven't read all responses but many jackets have cords around the waist and in the hood. You're right, we're coming down with cordage and don't even realise it!

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+gartmorn I'm sure I would have thought of a jacket cord if I was in a survival situation but it is one idea that I had not thought of otherwise. Good idea.

[@phillipdavis1533]

I've shown several folks some of your videos, and most say you look like me! If true, that means the world is blessed with TWO awefuly handsome good looking fellers! 😁👍✝️🇱🇷

[@richholtzman9754]

Another excellent video Lonnie. Thanks!

[@Oxygenfire111]

Good video. Thank you, never seen the Egyptian method before. Thank again for all your hard work, it is greatly appreciated.

[@haroldparker2614]

Another fine video Lonnie, keep them coming. And you have a blessed week as well my brother.

[@TheDiomedef16]

Brilliant Lonnie, absolutely brilliant.

[@natedwards7019]

Thank you from the UK great video

[@Biglandtrapper]

Nicely done Lonnie as always....

[@Dutch1722]

You do wonderful videos!!!!!!!!!!! I really enjoy them.

[@timcushman2834]

thankyou for another wonderful video.

[@woodlandsnorth]

Nicely done. An old T-Shirt. Brilliant.

[@NorwegianWoods]

That is an excellent tip :) Thanks - Martin

[@EdwinDueck]

I enjoy your videos a lot, yes we have a fire ban here to and it's to the point where they banned all at so from going back roads and the like.

[@guitartony69]

yet another great video, thank you very much.

[@AdleChannel]

Its Nice, Great and relaxing videos,thank You.

[@joybickerstaff194]

Who would have thought, now I’m thinking of other uses from a T-shirt, it’s funny how you can have an item right n front of u that can be used for what u need it for other than its original intended purpose and not see it. Thank you Lonnie!!!

[@Im-just-Stardust]

What an amazing video, you deserve all the subscribers you have my friend

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Stay Primitive My Friend Thank you much. I have much respect for your opinion.

[@jamesfishfish9099]

Lonie I REALY liked that ! Have Sprained my Pelvic and not doing much at all your friend Jim Fisj

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Hope you rapidly and completely recover my friend.

[@frankyeyna9500]

Great show very informative . Thanks

[@jeffanders5538]

THANK YOU FOR MORE IDEAS.

[@jamesfishfish9099]

I also use the inner bark of cedar Barc

[@jamthebushcraftman5267]

Great video Lonnie thank you for sharing you knowledge with us.atb jam.

[@reedcooper6545]

Great job Lonnie!!

[@neanderthaloutdoors9202]

Brilliant Lonnie I haven't seen that done before but I suppose in a survival situation common sense would lead one to similar ideas, cheers, atb, Paul.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Neanderthal62 Outdoors Yes, common sense is a superior teacher. I hope that I am instilling in people the confidence while in a woodland environment to look beyond my instructions and to be able to use their own ingenuity and common sense to adapt to the environment and needs of the present circumstance. Many of the things I teach may not apply directly step by step to certain environments but is enough similar to give people ideas and knowledge that they can then adapt to the circumstance and locality that they are in. Specific knowledge can only take one so far. It very much boils down to confidence, mental attitude and of course, common sense.

[@luckthegambino5809]

Man I just discovered your channel today.. Great vids.. You're truly a "man's man".. Cheers!

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

I'm glad you found my channel. Welcome. Hope you find many video of interest here.

[@19ghost73]

Great tip & demonstration, thank You Lonnie! ATB Gereon

[@EconoChallenge]

Great tip. Thank you.

[@Woodenarrows]

GREAT tip Lonnie. Never seen the "Egyptian" method before. Thanks, I'll park it in my brain where I may need it someday. BTW, I also use 550 cord for my boot laces, beeswaxed of course, as we discussed about a year ago :-) Been doing that for a few years now...

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Woodenarrows The boot strings I show in this video have been in my boots every since that video that I did on making beeswax soaked paracord bootlaces. That reminds me. I should link to that video in this video at the place where I show my boot laces here. Thanks.

[@rajatanpacelana]

thanks lonnie, greetings from Indonesia..

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Josef Beroeatwarin You are welcome and greetings to you from Alaska

[@olmeckrav]

Great video!

[@Quasar502]

Always great videos. Thks

[@sosteve9113]

very good video,i saw the whole series,and thanks for al the tips you provided i gone try them for sure greetings from Belgium Steve

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+so steve Greetings to you as well my friend.

[@t.w.milburn8264]

'mornin,Lonnie; 'Nuther great how-2 my Friend. Would not have thought of this 'till the Man Himself shared another topnotch vid with it's viewers. Hello Connie & 'Ole Friend Buck. Thanks 4 this ! ATB Terry God Bless

[@linklesstennessee2078]

some good options lonnie

[@ianrtilley]

Great tip Larne . I really enjoy your expert Knowledge. it will surely safe someone's life if they take the advice. Thank you Ian from England

[@domenik8339]

You should make a video on why you live in Alaska. Has it always been your home? Did you choose to live there, and have a remote cabin there, to get away? I think a lot of us would be really interested in your story, I know I am.

[@thebotanicalmind]

Just discovered your channel, looking forward to following your work and watching you videos. Tom

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Glad you found my channel and that you enjoy it. I watched a few of your videos as well and enjoyed them. Hope many people find and watch your videos.

[@Dutch_Prepper]

Great video! Always excited to see a new video of yours in my subscription list. PS @2:15 I got a bit scared what was going to happen ,,,,

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Dutch Prepper lol. that did look like it might lead to something that I was not intending. lol

[@davidclarke4040]

hi Lonnie thanks for the video nice tip buddy

[@gregdow5063]

Great video thank you

[@Ponduzn]

awesome, thanks for the idea :)

[@weerobot]

Awsome....Welldone.

[@rampup4746]

For survival, I see where being in good shape is as important as the tools you use.

[@alphanumeric1529]

We really appreciate you, Lonny! If you're ever down south in the western US, PM me!

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+alpha numeric That would be great, however I sure don't see any trips down to "America" anytime soon.

[@alphanumeric1529]

***** Lucky you ;)

[@RickCarter1776]

+Far North Bushcraft And Survival ...have ya'll succeeded from the union up there Lonnie...LOL

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Not yet but there actually has been some effort in that direction quite a few years ago now. Maybe it will come up again.

[@danielbarrow99]

Excellent!

[@jimlahey8919]

Great vid 👍👍👍

[@EdwinDueck]

One kind of cordage that's never talked about is dental floss, it's small easy to carry and can be used as cordage, dental floss and a fire starter, just a thought. I have tried it and it works good as cordage, but you have to twist it and double it up. Give it a try some time. I feel it would be very useful in a survival situation.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Edwin Dueck Dental floss is very strong for it's size as well.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Edwin Dueck Dental floss is very strong for it's size as well.

[@jamesfishfish9099]

That true you always hear from the Nay sayers I always carry a 200 Foot spool of cordedge

[@MrZluvu4ever]

In a survival situation, there'll be a lot more vegetation than Bic lighters! ;-)

[@davidwelsh1487]

you already know to use the curved bow... thanx

[@tymesho]

don't forget the beards, the wire that comes out of my chin could run an old tractor. the wife has to wear an old wielding helmet. saves a lot on new chicken wire when I trim it as well, course the chainsaw takes a beating......good stuff here Lonnie, but folks should always have the basics....

[@bush149]

thanks lonnie

[@saintpo]

Amazing like.✔💯

[@Bushcraftnbaseball]

Nice!!