Winter Bow Drill Fire For Deep Snow

Lonnie demonstrates and teaches a deep snow bow and drill friction fire technique. This friction fire method is adaptable to basically any depth of snow. This is perfect for those times when it is difficult to keep snow out of and off of your friction fire set. This could be the perfect winter bow drill friction fire method. This bow drill fire can be performed standing up. Thanks to "NW Primate" on KZbin for introducing this method.
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Hello my name is Lonnie and My wife is Connie.
Here at Far North Bushcraft And Survival you will learn about many long forgotten tricks and tips of the old time woodsmen. Not only will you learn about bushcraft / woodcraft but you will learn many things that will help you to survive in less than ideal "survival" situations as well. Come along and sit with me by the campfire as I delve into these subjects in a way that you can easily learn to then do yourself.
I will show you how to make shelters, gather food, use wild medicines as well as start fires with or without matches, lighters, ferro rods, etc

[@stillnocouch]

Yes, Lonnie ... you taught me something new ... again. Bow-Drilling is something that you really can't learn from watching videos. You have to get out there and try it (over and over again) for yourself. Thanks, Lonnie. Love to Connie as well.

[@shanejenkins7534]

I swear... Your channel is just about the only one worth watching these days. Love it. Carry on brother!

[@manboy13]

Another plus to this method is it looks like it would be far easier on the knees and back! Thanks so much for doing this!

[@TheZipperumpazoo]

Hello.from.Kansas....please.excuse.my.typing....spacebar.is.broken... Lonnie.great.videos!..I.have.been.watching.for.quite.some.time.now.and.I.find.myself.slightly.addicted! In.the.near.future.I.plan.to.move.to.Montana. I.feel.a.bit.less.discouraged.having.learned.what.I.have.already! Also.watching.your.videos.is.reminiscent.of.watching.ol'.Bob.Ross....quite.calming.and.soothing....nice. after.brutal.days.at.work....keep.up.the.good.work!

[@mickimoritz9921]

watching you chop all that wood made me tired! heeheehee! kudos to mrs. lonnie for great camera work yet again! your channel is my favorite for learning and brushing up on primitive skills. thank you!

[@markwallingford3252]

Very well done Lonnie... Thanks for sharing with us ...

[@TINMAN]

Thanks much Lonnie for a great lesson.I live in the SW desert and I'm searching out woodsman here to learn what to use here to start fires for survival purposes.There are very few trees here.I grew up in the NNE where hard and soft woods were in abundances.Was a huge change for me but I'm adjusting.Enjoy your videos very much,you are truely a craftsman of the woods.

[@frankc6430]

You Sir are a great teacher!...Thank you for your knowledge!

[@davidharvey5672]

An outstanding thing about this video is how the viewer can clearly see what is happening right inside the notch. Watching the ember building up so clearly would have been of great help when I first tried a bow drill. Nicely done. Thanks

[@jonl207]

Nice! Thanks for the lesson Lonnie.

[@patmancrowley8509]

Awesome. Thanks and yes I've learned something new. If you don't learn something new every day then you're falling behind.

[@bushcraftchip]

Super duper method for the noggin tool box thanks Lonnie and NW Primate...awesome

[@Headwind-sw9eh]

Excellent video, Lonnie! I would never have thought of this. I am going to do this my next time out. I can see this becoming my bow drill fire of choice, as I have rather terrible knees, from playing too hard on them as a young man in the military. Being able to stand upright. rather than crouhed, will save me a lot on aches and staying mobile. You are greatly appreciated, my friend!

[@bretdavisdmd]

Lonnie, excellent video. Credit to Connie for zooming in on the ember dust falling as the spindle rotates. This is the first video I've ever seen where the camera angle is where we can see the dust. Usually the person's body is in the way. Good job!!!

[@cr500mike]

Thumbs up Lonnie !!

[@kevshelley]

That is pretty clever and easier on the ol back. Thanks so much for passing this on.

[@RTStx1]

I did learn something, thank you.. Never thought of it this way, who cares how tall the snow, four feet cut the stump higher...... wonder what all things we have lost over time? They say we are not prepared like our parents before us during the real great depression and not this newer lesser depression.

[@waltero3035]

Love watching your videos. They are truly informative and educational. God bless!

[@markwatson2006]

At around the 8-minute mark I was thinking of posting some kind of smart-ass comment. Then, as I watched to the end, I realized what a feat this really was. So glad that I thought the better of saying something foolish. Dude, awesome. Simply awesome.

[@zRockin1]

Hi Lonnie, very cool idea, thanks for sharing, Rock On!

[@palehorsesurvivalandtactic9771]

Primitive fire making can be a real workout,especially when things don't go smooth. Great video my friend

[@BuzzB0mb]

I never would have thought of that. Awesome execution.

[@michelebryant4644]

My husband and I just love your videos. Very helpful. Thanks Lonnie!

[@weathermansam]

Hands down the most unique way I've ever seen of doing a friction fire. Cool video sir!

[@ericletts4072]

Very Good, Lonnie I really enjoyed this and all of your videos !

[@WorldSurvivalist]

The only channel on KZbin that I watch every video start to finish. Keep it up, brilliant videos sir

[@miketaylor6700]

That was great! I’ll need to try that sometime... even if its not snowing! Thanks again Lonnie!

[@EdwardKowalski]

Hellishly clever yet simple solution to what can be a big problem! Thanks Lonnie. :)

[@MaffTUK]

Always learn something from your vids, thanks to the pair of you :-)

[@BuckMckawtheotherone]

that was beautiful, Lonnie. Thanks for sharing that.

[@jesseaskew957]

Awesome video Lonnie and Connie!

[@StirlingLighthouse]

Great stuff!!! Thanks for adding more knowledge to the toolbox. This video will be pretty poplar.😉

[@theoldguy9329]

Nicely done. Good as well for an old guy with a stuff back like me. Much better than my attempts to achor a board.

[@robinj.9329]

As always, GREAT VIDEO! GOD BLESS you and your fine Mrs! I've used a similar technique in the woods myself! (My Grand Pappy was born in 1898! And he taught me much.)

[@Leatherbark]

Executed very well indeed. Liked for sure. Always look forward to your videos.

[@vancouverislandbushcraft4879]

That is a great idea Lonnie. I am 6'4" and I think even if there is no snow it is a great option to wreck your back...nicely done

[@19ghost73]

Finally...no more kneeling on the ground! ;) Thanks for sharing, Lonnie. ATB, Gereon

[@traveller9625]

Excellent Lonnie, yup I learned something new. Thanks

[@jackmehoff2961]

You`re a wealth of information Lonnie, always great to get your insight. Other people play bushcraft, you live it. Thank You for sharing your video, and your knowledge. ATB

[@seanthomasdowd]

simple but brilliant thanks Lonnie

[@reedcooper6545]

Thanks Lonnie!!

[@bushcraftnorthof6012]

Not just great for deep snow, but also easier on the back! Thanks for sharing.

[@MadDogSurvival]

Excellent job as always brother! Best wishes my friend 👍🏽👍🏽

[@popaka]

your videos make me want to move back north. Grew up in the Yukon, and have spent lots of time visiting Alaska. Keep up these quality videos, I enjoy every one of them.

[@JimRodgers]

Excellent method! Really appreciate the demonstration, well done.

[@EconoChallenge]

Good work getting that coal. I learned something new today. Big thank you.

[@1turf32]

Cool video. Thank you and your awesome wife for all your hard work in making them. I get all excited Everytime you put out a new one!!👍😁

[@tomhayes7448]

The professor does it again!

[@kz900dohc]

You do great work, I really enjoy you Videos

[@cmcclellan9721]

Thanks for the info Lonnie and thanks to "NW Primate" for passing along to you to pass to us(got that out on first try). lol

[@davidclarke4040]

Hi nice Lonnie nice one buddy

[@nickhdeep6leatherworks338]

I always learn something from your videos. I’d love to have a beer with you one day

[@BuzzB0mb]

Nick H Deep 6 Leather Works Yes I would like to hang out with him too.

[@thomasgold-1000]

Same here, I like this guy...

[@yatyas311]

Holy cow! Never thought of this!!!

[@OutDoorZombie]

Lonnie, very well done!!!

[@dgriggster]

Great video! I'm thankful to have come across your stuff. It's all very helpful.

[@degroenebaret529]

now this is some knowledge that should be mandatory in high school in order to pass

[@TheWildYam]

Very interesting and a valuable technique to know for the Winter. Thanks for sharing

[@rickballard1627]

Lonnie that was an awesome idea and method to share. Thanks

[@terryoneill9163]

nice one lonnie we have snow in the uk, ne were i live 90 odd miles from scotland, going to try this thanks

[@kantill]

Now that's a nice tip.

[@LiveToSurvive]

Great job. I've never seen it done that way. Thank you.

[@stefm8251]

Thanks Lonnie awesome video nice way to go in deep snow.

[@grantberry7575]

Very nice idea! Could be used by someone with back or knee problems. NW is thinking outside of the box!

[@slimtheowl]

Ecxellent!

[@HMSRedbeard]

That was so cool...uh...warm! Thank you NW Primate and Lonnie! The genius of this method is it's versatility. The rest of the tree can be used to make a standing "Swedish Torch" fire or some other appropriate configuration that you have already demonstrated. Ideas like this is the result of living WITH, ON and IN the land! Thanks Lonnie and NW Primate and well done!

[@maplehouseknives]

All in the name of a video. Nice job Lonnie, bet that was as difficult as it looked!

[@pnyarrow]

Thanks once again for an inspiring warts and all video!

[@northcountryadventures7619]

Great video! Very informative. I live in northern Minnesota. This could be useful since we get quite a bit of snow as well. Thanks for sharing. Keep u the good work.

[@KahlestEnoch]

Thanks Lonnie very nicely done.

[@nickmiller3796]

Great technique. Thanks for sharing.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Very unique technique. A twist on one I have seen you do with end-cut rounds as a hearth board. Great to add to the tool box. Thanks for sharing Lonnie

[@saraskold9631]

thanks Lonnie it is something i shall try

[@CBL138]

Gave you a fit but you got it. Thanks for the video.

[@BushCraftBums]

Another Great Vid! Gotta love poplar for the bowdrill,, Nicely done! Best regards, BCB

[@Silvertestrun]

thanks for the help lonnie

[@OldPackMule]

Well done, nice technique

[@toddk9044]

well done! Never thought of that!

[@skeeter7932]

it's amazing how easy you make it look!! I love your channel I have learned so much from you! Thank You!!

[@tallcedars2310]

Now that's something I never thought of, getting a friction fire going in deep snow, glad you demo'd it! This year is perfect to try as we have 15" of snow already with more to come. Cheers to you and Connie!

[@bobesselstyn461]

nice job very informative will be back to watch more ,thanks lonnie

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Glad you enjoyed it.

[@MsStanleycat]

Older people (55 like me) should notice Lonnie expends a lot of energy just getting this fire started in the cold. Cold air in your lungs and the extra weight of heavy cloths will wear you out just trying to move around in the woods. We need to prepare our physical state to be as strong as possible to be realistic about survival in a grid down or state of social chaos. Modern conveniences make us weak both physically and mentally. True survival will break you down quickly. Nature is not kind and does not coddle any living creature.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

I agree whole heartedly. Unfortunately I am not breathing hard due to the strenuousness of the task at hand but rather it is due to me sitting in front of this computer way too much and not getting sufficient exercise, just like you said.

[@north61]

If you look the part the part plays itself! Never saw a method quite like this before. Thanks.

[@3zonker88]

AWESOME! I always look forward to your videos! All the best to you and Connie! PEACE!

[@HFSurvivalSchool]

Great technique sir thanks for sharing ! Look forward to try it.

[@cephasmartin8593]

No gloves? Dang you're tough! Another really great video. I always enjoy your videos. Take care and stay warm. Have a little cinnamon apple dessert and coffee. Merry Christmas.

[@Taromovies]

Great skills my friend, the secret is the simplicity, good working level and away from the snow, thanks for sharing Lonnie, regards from the heart of Switzerland, Taro

[@waynee.2856]

Nice job Lonnie. I'm gonna have to try this myself sometime. I've never seen someone make a friction fire on end grain.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Here is another video I did quite a while back doing a friction fire on end grain. An Important Friction Fire Hearth Alternative kzbin.info/www/bejne/aIKTmYWCYpWdm6s

[@johnburgin7478]

Definitely something to try . Easier on the back and knees . Thanks

[@talkinglens1]

You're the man!

[@Eutierria3486]

Love your videos Lonnie a true bush crafter

[@inthewoodswithbigfoot3941]

Great tip Lonnie! Thanks!

[@bwillan]

That is a very interesting technique. This is the first time I've seen end grain used for the hearth board in a friction fire set. Usually the hearth board is face grain. If nothing else this method is also good for those that have bad knees and would otherwise find the standard bow drill method difficult.

[@alanroberts4060]

Your s legend my friend, love your videos.

[@davestelling]

Thanks, Lonnie. I always learn something from your presentations, & always like them.

[@kevinthewanderingwoodchuck2586]

I did learn somthing! I always do from you. Wonderfull.

[@montanaman5855]

That was awesome, I will put it to the test myself in the coming days to see if I have the skill. Very good idea again that I would not have thought about. Be attentive to your weather over their, from what Ive read, your going to get some bad stuff coming,soon. Have a great day. Oh! thank you for the jerky recipe! Will be putting it to practice soon,venison chilling now!

[@nektarchef]

Thanks Lonnie. I just tried this method in Western New York. Much snow on the ground and it worked like a charm. Its a little awkward holding the spindle steady but I found a height that allowed me to lean my chest on my spindle hand and keep things steady.

[@terryw.milburn6414]

Well Done, Really enjoyed this. Great bringing the working surface to a managable height, Better than wet knees. You Connie & Buck have a wonderful weekend ATB Ter God Bless

[@tagineladide1]

RED NOSE !!!!!!!!!lol thanks 4 the video.

[@jillianlauderdale4565]

This was an awesome video. I would never have thought of this type of fire making. Big Thanks and Happy Holidays to you and Connie.