Fire Feather Stick Tips And Tricks

[@viktor5088]

Hello I am 17 years old and from Austria. I am new into bushcraft, i am glad to learn so many cool tricks from you. :) God bless You!

[@DaniDani-vs3by]

Hi Lonnie Your videos are great. Thank you so much for all your videos. You are the best!!! I'm looking all your videos!! Thahk you so much!! I see the videos all thime. Thank you for the information. Greetings from Switzerland Dani

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Thanks for watching!

[@TimRaine]

Love your channel. Hope all is well. Love that you use a Zippo - me too. I also use your idea of a bike rubber tire over it. I also carry the Swiss army knife that you do. Take care. ❤️

[@koreakiwon]

I didn't know whether the wood should have flat surfaces or sharp edges. Now I understand what to do. Thank you so much. ♡

[@couz10]

Thanks Lonnie! You are in my top 3 channels for bushcraft and survival for 1 reason: You know your stuff! Keep them coming and please don't change a thing!

[@EokaBeamer69]

You are one of my top 3 bushcraft youtubers because you actually live what you teach and do that in one of the harshest enviroments there is, the cold wet north. :)

[@MySelfReliance]

I'm always enraptured by your videos, even when you're doing simple tasks.

[@matiasfisher676]

a trick : you can watch series on Flixzone. I've been using them for watching a lot of movies during the lockdown.

[@noeltrace3899]

@Matias Fisher Definitely, I've been using flixzone for years myself =)

[@owenari5111]

@Matias Fisher definitely, been using flixzone for months myself :)

[@theoidris3100]

@Matias Fisher yea, I have been using flixzone for months myself =)

[@vicentedominic2753]

@Matias Fisher Definitely, I've been watching on flixzone for months myself =)

[@walterpalmer2749]

Nice video Lonnie. Don't underestimate the value of starting a fire in the wet condition.

[@EokaBeamer69]

Pretty cool to see you using a Mora knife. Reassures me in my choice to get one for myself.

[@samnottheotherone4363]

You have to actually try to damage them too.

[@TheWoodedBeardsman]

Thanks Lonnie, great demo once again.

[@joshlower1]

i like how you put out useful info not just show off new gadgets like some channels do

[@roningamin1391]

Lonnie that was the best feather stick tutorial I've seen. The rotation back and forth is smart. THEN break it off and make more. Stellar ideas Lonnie, Stellar! Knots suck I'll no longer be fighting with them😆 God Bless you Lonnie!

[@SirQuadratic]

as a canadian who enjoys bush craft i really enjoy how education your videos are and makes me want to brave the winter here and continue bushcraft throughout the winter

[@dwtlax]

Lonnie, my son watched this video and then we went outside and practiced for an hour. He said how much he likes your videos and he wants to learn. Of course, he added a "Daddy you should too". So we did.. Than you Lonnie, and my son thanks you too.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Well tell that great son of yours that He is welcome and to keep taking his dad out to practice with him. :o)

[@rockfordberetta8414]

This fellow just keeps on teaching me! Thanks, mate.

[@raffaele4889]

Feather stick technique is not easy. So thank you for this video. Greetings from Italy!

[@steveo13757]

Good job! Greetings from Wisconsin!

[@RM-io7qo]

Superb feather sticks and since I have a lot of willow in my garden, then there's no reason for me not to give it a try. If I accidentally burn my house down in my enthusiasm, then I can only blame myself for watching you, Lonnie, maker of excellent feather sticks. Take care...

[@Qarlo99]

That saw does some awesome cutting. Thanks for another one.

[@leesenger3094]

You are awesome Lonnie!!! Thanks for keeping that LL shining! And, leave it on!!

[@MegaXcal]

Thanks again Lonnie. Always a pleasure watching your vids.

[@Hipppy1001]

Sublime Lonnie. It's just Amazing how you make your videos so informative and easy on the eye, explaining as you go along and not over complicating. I don't think it's just me that learns at least 1 thing each time watching. Many Thanks. :)

[@markgross928]

Hey there Lonnie, So I was just up in the Mt. Hood National Forest for four day and it rained every day. Everything was soaked. But, I found a dead tree about 5" in diameter and cut it down knowing that I would have to use the interior for the fire. I did and it worked great, just like you said. :-) Rather than make a feather stick, though, I just whittled the curlies right off of the stick and made a birds nest of them. Then I made a lot of smaller pieces for kindling and finally, bigger pieces. Once I had coals, then even the wet outside pieces of the tree would burn. Thanks again for everything you do. It sure worked for me. - Mark

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Glad the technique worked well for you.

[@reginadickerson4822]

I HV REALLY WATCHED MOST OF UR STUFF, I'M WATCHING THIS AGAIN, IT'S NOT ADDING THUMBS UP.SO I WASN'T U TO KNOW, PEOPLE ARE LOOKING MORE THAN U KNOW! THX

[@Hoonozit]

Nice clip of the featherstick. In the 1980's I read of it being referred to as a"fuzzystick" So you have your new boat situation squared away now. Thanks for the video.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Yes the boat is finally in my possession. My wife and I discovered during our moose hunting trip that the motor that was recomended is too small. I hope to be upgrading the motor size before next summer. Then we should have a very capable boat / motor combo.

[@RandomButtonPusher]

Good tip about rotating the cut to keep the curl width narrow. Good, too, to see a new video from you. You had a nice day for recording.

[@bryanr.3241]

Thanks Lonnie , I'm so grateful for your informative videos. I always say this , you were the first bushcraft video I saw , then bushcraftbartons and MCQBushcraft from across the pond. Thanks to all !! 👍👍

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Some good folks there that you are watching. Thank you.

[@JonnyDoe1776]

Hello, Lonnie! I love that saw! Got a lot of news to catch up with you on. I'll be sharing it with you soon. Glade to see you still doing well. Thank you so much for your videos. Tell Connie that I said hello! Grace!

[@aaronperrott1008]

All our bush planes up here just got hauled out of the water. gonna be quite until after freeze-up. Yet another great video. Take care!

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

A lot of our bush planes here are on wheels as well as floats or skis. So since we do not have hardly any snow yet, the wheeled planes are still very much in use. The water is most all froze up now however so not many float planes now.

[@tallcedars2310]

For myself the idea of a rectangle is a great idea. It saves the wrists a bit of wear and tear. Thanks once again Lonnie, and thank you Connie for the great filming.

[@theoriginalkeepercreek]

This is a really important piece of information. Could save your life one day. I live in the cold country up north so it is doubly important. Thanks!

[@DaniDani-vs3by]

Hi Lonnie Thank you so much for all your videos!! I am looking all videos and the videos are great!! Best wishes for you from Switzerland!!

[@milnerthomas]

I always learn something from your videos, and i apprciate it. Thank you for teaching us

[@Hoyerlift101]

I love all you do. Clearly and simply explained, and you give the reasons why you're doing what you're doing. I'm sure these videos to my five and seven-year-old.

[@massmasterson4464]

I like that background picture at the end of the video!!!

[@BrosephRussell]

I remember the first time I made feather sticks they didn't turn out so good but after getting a good sharp knife It fixed the problem. I like this method much better it will help out alot better now thank you.

[@PeterNordBushcraft]

Lonnie thanks I am trying to master the feather stick. I am addicted to it, no seriously I am. Great instruction, thanks!

[@Naughtz]

Beautiful jacket! Looks to be a Filson and it has that fantastic patina on that oiled tin cloth. Great videos

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Yes it is a Filson. Good eye. Thanks

[@tallcedars2310]

This summer is to perfect feathersticking. Your area is similar to ours and diamond willow is in our backyard. You know, never thought of trying that wood as most of them have been dead for quite some time. Had no luck with spruce, pine & poplar that are predominant species here. This video was a refresher for me to start the season with, sure hope I can finally master it, I've been at it long enough:) Am loving the wood stove fire starting technique you showed at your cabin using feathers tucked in between the logs. Get a fire every time & gives me practise, thanks Lonnie.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Awesome. I was going to recommend that "cabin" video where I demonstrated some feather sticking techniques tips and tricks but I see you already viewed it. That was white spruce used in the cabin feather sticks. Feather sticks are great but even loose "feathers" are quite useful and a person can often times produce them much easier. I have used the loose feathers quite often when in the woods during times when everything is wet to get my camp fires lit. Hope you folks are fairing well during this trying time.

[@tallcedars2310]

@@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival We don't have white spruce at 2200 foot level, maybe on the ridge a few miles away tho. Not sure when we will get up there again but will check online to see where they grow, would like to try it. Those nice fine feathersticks have eluded me & it's a challenge, but luckily I have a streak of persistence that might get me there:) We are doing great thanks. Nice to get out in warmer weather and see some snow melting. Almost have the woodshed full again and waiting to get the garden started. Lots of putzing about going on in the mud tho, lol. Blessings to you & family from HH in Peace Country!

[@mikeewoody]

Just want to say thanks for all your great videos...i love seeing a fellow alaskan out side and teaching. Keep up the great work. You never know the lives you may save. God bless

[@sosteve9113]

always a joy to see you thanks for the tip Lonnie

[@MarkAJ311]

I like the simple idea of turning it over and using the other side of the feather stick. Why haven't I thought of this.. thanks Lonnie!

[@gavingaming123]

Thanks for the tips Lonnie, that simple and yet why did I not think of that ! All the best. Garry

[@patrickl.2076]

Hey Lonnie, really enjoy your videos. Entertaining and useful at the same time. Greetings from Germany.

[@karlo8093]

Thanks for the advice Lonnie. I'm not the best at feathersticks. Will find your tips a bit helpful I'm sure. ATB

[@georgeb9408]

It is a really helpful video, I can learn a lot from your channel. God bless you Lonnie!

[@travisconley8088]

Great stuff brother. I enjoy watching you, learning and hearing your ideas on bush craft. Shout out to the camera “crew” as well 😃

[@DannyWalker1949]

Ah, Another quality video, Lonnie. I sure did enjoy this one also. Thanks.

[@JonnyDoe1776]

Great vid! Connie is an excellent camerawoman!!

[@jsrl77]

You seem like a chill guy nice set of skill's !

[@fumasterchu12]

Excellent video as usual, and kind of funny. I just got my new Silky hand saw in the mail today, and then I see you using the same one in your video. What a coincidence, I must have made the right choice. Thanks for the information sir.

[@Brock_Hite]

I like to see that you’re using a cheap and attainable knife for beginners

[@neanderthaloutdoors9202]

Hello Lonnie and Connie, I just enjoy watching your videos because of where you are and not just for there actual content, I used to watch Ray Mears Country Tracks 30 years ago for tips plus I'm ex Bootneck and once learnt never forgotten but you make a good video yourself in some lovely areas of Alaska, cheers and carry on, atb, Paul.

[@wutzibu]

I have been making these instinctively for years. Now i know there is a name for it^^

[@NothingMaster]

That humongous folding saw thingy reminded me of “That’s not a knoeif, this is a knoeif.” 😂

[@calebkennon2527]

"That's not a knife, that's a spoon."

[@BilderbergGrp]

Will be trying this with willow tomorrow. Poplar and spruce are ok, poplar is better for me than spruce tho. Thanks Lonnie.

[@billwalker4836]

I like your saw...that was the first time I have ever come across a feather stick. Easy to see the importance and intended use. Enjoy learning something new. Thanks!

[@southpawbushcraft7522]

Great tips! Feather sticks sure take practice but I enjoy making them :) Thanks for sharing! ~Dawn

[@pnyarrow]

A really good teaching and learning video. Thanks for sharing your skills. ATB. Nigel

[@WestbrookAds]

Great stuff. Thanks for taking the time to teach and share.

[@ShlisaShell]

I like the rectangle tip. I will take that with me.

[@JLH1956]

Nice feather sticks Lonnie. Confirms my method. It's the same as yours. I did this once out in the woods and really impressed my company starting a fire as easily as I did. I used river birch bark feathered to get a flame with my ferrous rod. The bark was enough to light the feather stick and I had a fire for the night.

[@JLH1956]

You are a good man Lonnie. I like your videos.

[@samthai818]

The absolute best tutorial on feather sticks! Thank you so much for the great tips. After hurricane Elsa, I will be heading out in fort Myers FL to give it a shot. This would be the best medium to use after lighting fatwood shavings with a ferrocerium rod.

[@breaktofreedom]

Cheers Lonnie, you continue to inspire and instruct me!

[@southwestbushcraft9339]

Hi Lonnie As aways great demonstration excellent video. Colin

[@StyNorth]

More great tips from a Great bushcrafter! Thanks Lonnie! ATB Sty

[@phillipdavis5241]

Just incase I've not said it lately, thanks for your​ informtive and entertaining videos. I really enjoy watching(PS; I tried feather sticks once, that's why I have only 2 fingers)

[@BorckBorckBorck]

Good video, I always use this method for a sure start for any fire. Thanks!

[@SwitosVideo]

Love your videos, cheers from Germany. Nice handsaw btw!

[@masterarca993]

I like the Mora Robust to. Great Knife

[@brianspencer4220]

Thanks Lonnie: The tips you gave us are well thought out & practical. Its always a pleasure to pick up Ideas from you . thanks again Brian 76

[@seanthomasdowd]

recently saw a good technique of putting your knife in a log then drawing your stick against it to make feathers, works really well, great video as ever Lonnie

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Fast method for producing natural fire tinder and feather sticks kzbin.info/www/bejne/g5qyonlqis-kkJo

[@seanthomasdowd]

yep it was on N W site

[@ourtechwriter]

Thanks, Lonnie! I forgot about batoning a good size stick of wood to get to the dry interior. I read somewhere that using a rectangular stick helps flames go up the stick as well; sort of a place for them to grab on...say for kindling.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Split wood does burn much better than wood left in the round.

[@liamb89]

fantastic video mate. I just noticed this video, I tried making feather sticks today actually during a down pour and failed miserably. I'll be certain to try out your technique next time I'm out in the woods. all the best and keep up the great work.

[@Alexcalibur13]

I'm moving to Alaska soon, and I really enjoy your videos, great ideas for camping trips and general knowledge. Keep it up!

[@GouldSarah]

Thanks for the tips. For awhile I've been carving small feathers off the stick and piling them together. Your method looks far more effective. Again thank you for the vidoes :) stay safe out there!

[@windhamcabin]

Nice one Lonnie. I like that you mentioned the fact that round wood is difficult to get small feathers on the get go. I can remember having trouble teaching my son with a round stick. Being a young boy he was getting frustrated. The square edges are so much easier to work with! Hope you guys are well! Take care -Chris

[@cj_m2477]

Thank you for an excellent tutorial Lonnie. I always learn something from your videos!

[@scottlowe5961]

Great video Lonnie! Never made a fire stick before, I'll have to try it.

[@MrCutmanMike]

Another great video. Thanks Lonnie!

[@maddyloe]

awesome video Lonnie, always love your videos. Thanks for taking the time to share your knowledge.

[@davidbrumpton84]

I love your videos. You're environment is similar to mine in autumn and winter, albeit yours is colder. I've learnt so much watching your video and trying things out for myself. Keep them coming.

[@ManLand]

Now that is good advice....I'm still working on perfecting the Bow Drill by the wood type here in South Mississippi...whew! Got my first ember and now my first actual flame...but from dis similar woods that I don't know what they are...lol. it was tough. But the ole feather stick would help a lot like that willow...I bet that would make a good Bow Drill set.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Willow is my favorite wood selection for bow and drill friction fire.

[@mastbio9444]

ManLand121 I'm pretty close to you I'm in south Arkansas what wood have you found works best I've been curious but unable to find any videos on our specific area.

[@ManLand]

I keep hearing willow and cedar...what of what variety I have not a clue...my bow drill consists of a corner piece of wood from a green bean crate for the drill and the hearth board from an old pallet...and I can't even say what those woods are...I've not a clue...

[@magicaardvark1]

Great video, glad to see you using a Mora Knife like mine! Thanks for this excellent tutorial. I'll be outdoors practicing directly!

[@humphreyjones1828]

He has the mora robust!! Love that knife

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Yes I have the Mora Craftline Robust Trade Knife. For those that may be interested they can see and or purchase that knife in my Amazon outdoor store. astore.amazon.com/far-north-20

[@tomparker8932]

see your using a Mora knife answering my own Q from another of your more than informational, practical, and patient teachings

[@pacificbushcraftandfirecra6358]

Great video as always ...thanks for sharing!

[@ba00173]

Great video. I was expecting lighting it up with your ferro rod.

[@bobbysonus2005]

welcome back I have missed your videos

[@roberthiorns7584]

Great video Lonnie. I was very impress with the folding saw you were using. I have not seen one on that scale before and got to thinking, you could get an all host of jobs done quite quickly. At what length is the blade, and to what length does it fold down , please Lonnie. Kind regards to your little keeper and Buck. Robert.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Hello Robert. The saw is the Silky big boy 2000 and I love it. The closed saw length in inches is 16. The blade length from the tip to the saw body is 14.5 inches

[@roberthiorns7584]

***** Many thanks Lonnie.

[@LaurentGouzouAKALynx]

Thanks Lonnie for this very well made tutorial about feathersticks that one of my good friend in France also call little hedgehog or as myself call them now little porcupine. You make me learn something very usefull, I usually take a piece that is more like a point of pie shape but the rectangular is far better as you show. I also really enjoy seing you igniting them with a zippo one of the most underestimated lighter and piece of gear. Ciao from Québec ⚜ Be safe my friend with Your wife and have good times

[@MarkKelly1307]

I never had seen this before - will definitely practice with it so I can be proficient. Right as you commented about the bush plane, I was thinking, "That's odd, never heard one in your videos before". Ha. Good stuff as always - really enjoy your practical, helpful videos. Take care, Lonnie & Mrs!

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

lol I try to edit the plane's engine noise out of my videos and or wait until they pass over before continuing. Out at our cabin especially, there is a lot of air traffic since that is the only way into many cabins out there. Thanks for the kind words.

[@survivalsquatch8148]

Lonnie thanks for the tips. I'll definitely be putting this to use.

[@lisanorwood946]

enjoyed as always.. 1st ive seen anyone use a rectangular shape but.. really makes a lot of sense to do it that way.. thanks for the videos

[@jplamb77]

Excellent quick video Lonnie,,,, On question,,, do you still have the “Russian Bear Market “ tent/ hot tent,,,???? As of 2-23-2023,, I haven’t been able to locate them. Your video on that tent was incredible,,, and the stove,,,wow,,!!!! I honestly would like to purchase a large, model of that stove. Blessings to You and Your Wonderful Wife,,,, Joshua

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Yes I have two of the Russian bear tents. I have the UP-2 and the UP-5. I would normally going out camping in one of them this week but am unable to do so this year because of other requirements. The website is hot-tent.com/

[@na7ur3]

Thanks Sasquatch! very good video as always.

[@scottmcintosh2988]

Hi from NH .

[@truckerenoch8824]

Mors Kochanski has a great method for more difficult woods where you hold your blade stationary and pull the feather stick. It's in his "Forward thinking backwards" video.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

I'm not sure how Mors demo's the technique but below is a method that I use that is most likely similar if not the same. Fast method for producing natural fire tinder and feather sticks kzbin.info/www/bejne/g5qyonlqis-kkJo

[@bcwoodsman876]

Great video as usual. That Garberg looks like a Robust from different angles lol.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

The knife is a robust. It is called by Amazon a Mora Craftline Robust Trade Knife. I believe there is a couple different "Robust" models. I chose this one for it's blade design that is a little better shaped for field dressing and skinning big game.

[@bcwoodsman876]

That makes sense. Thanks for the reply.

[@Hylanda11800]

Good video once again Lonnie, I'm always learning, thanks for sharing, Take care coz we care Duncan & Rebecca

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Thanks for the tips Lonnie. I usually go for birch bark and small dry evergreen twigs to start my fires but feather sticks and curls do work better when everything is wet

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Birch bark and spruce twigs are also my go-to fire starters. If they are available, that is what I always use if they are dry enough. It does not matter much with the birch bark but occasionally the spruce twigs will be too wet during rains.

[@dvirus2000]

any conifer resin impregnated wood burns nice and slow