Fire Starting: The Friction Method
The bow drill method requires a fireboard (soft wood), a spindle (straight, dry wood), and a handhold. Spinning the spindle rapidly against the fireboard creates friction, generating an ember that must be transferred to a tinder bundle. Success depends on dry materials and consistent, fast rotation.
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