Making a combined axe / adze based on a design from Southern Africa

Everything you need to know to create your first fire using the bow drill friction fire method

In this video I show how to make a steam engine out of a tin can and other basic materials. Don’t let the simple design fool you; it can really get up to speed!

Learn how to make this interesting ancient projectile thrower. It’s a lot easier to learn to use than the traditional corded sling. I walk you through the making process step-by-step.

Upgrading a slingshot to a slingshot rifle

Have you ever wanted to make stone arrowheads or spearheads? In this video I visit Home Depot to gather everything you need to start making your own glass arrowheads

How were the very first tools made? I show you the mechanics of making an Oldowan stone chopper like those found in Olduvai Gorge. I also speculate on the abilities of our prehuman ancestors

Making a weight-driven bushcraft perimeter alarm

Flint & Steel fire using the amazing tinder fungus

Create a bow drill ember from junk

Bow drill using a bandana for cord

Wine bottle bearing block for bow drill fire

Making a secret bushcraft shelter door latch

Bushcraft shelter door hinge