Outdoor survival 101, plus it’s just pretty cool to make a torch.
To start, find one long and relatively thick branch or stick. In this case it is the bigger the better. Having a bigger stick means greater distance from the fire and your hand, also thicker means a greater margin of error for if the fire burns through the flammable material. Next get some fuel for the fire. In the wild, tree sap, and animal fat work well. This slows the fire down your torch will last more than a few seconds of burning. Next is the burning material like tree bark or clothes. Next you will also need something to tie your torch together like thick vines, roots, or if you’re prepare metal string. Finally something to start a fire like rocks, matches, or other branches.
So here’s the list of materials for your torch.
1.Thick branch
2.Burning Fuel
3.Flammable Substance
4.Tying Utensil
5.Ignition Device
Now here’s the steps.
1.Wrap your branch with your flammable substance and burning fuel. Leave space in between for airflow, because fire requires oxygen.
2.Tie everything together with your vines or string.
3.Light a fire on your torch. Rocks smashed against each other with enough force will create sparks, or one piece of wood spun on another will create enough friction for the wood to combust.
4.Make sure the fire doesn’t spread to your handle and your torch is ready.
Enjoy mastering fire like cave people before you.
Extra Tips.
Fire safety is no joke. Remember to have water nearby for emergency situations.
If your torch came out improperly, drop it, and douse the flames. Better to try again than burn yourself.
And for your zombie apocalypse uses, keep the fiery end near the zombies and the stick end by you!!!
