Bowdrill-Feuermachen: Feuer machen wie früher

In the organizer's words:

An outdoor workshop with Julian & Florian

Making a fire without a lighter or matches - just with wood, string and technology?
In this four-hour workshop, you will learn the fascinating art of making a bowdrill fire. An ancient method from the world of bushcraft and survival - right out in nature.

Whether you want to expand your outdoor skills, are interested in natural crafts or simply want to learn something completely new, this course will provide you with practical knowledge - and plenty of sparks.

What can you expect?

• Introduction to traditional fire-making
  We talk about the history, techniques and cultural significance of fire - including an insight into sparking and the hand drill technique.

• Materials & tools
  Which woods are suitable? What does good tinder material look like? How do you use a knife safely and effectively in an outdoor context?

• Building your own bow drill set
  You carve your own fire drill set - step by step and with instructions. Of course you can take it home with you.

• Practical exercises
  You will practise the technique, learn how to create embers and how to turn them into a real fire. With patience and technique - without any magic.

About us

We - Julian & Florian - are two experienced wilderness educators who pass on our knowledge of traditional fire-making with enthusiasm.
Practical, understandable and with respect for nature.

Who is the workshop for?

The course is aimed at anyone aged 18 and over (or accompanied by a supervising adult),
who have a desire for real outdoor knowledge - without any prior knowledge.

Whether you're a bushcraft beginner or a fan of the series "7 vs. Wild":
After this day, you'll know what it really feels like to start a fire with your own strength.

What should you bring?

• A fixed knife (e.g. Mora with Scandi edge)

• A base to sit on (camping mat or cushion)

• Weatherproof clothing

• Food & drink for yourself

Optional:

• Your own tools (saw, axe)

• Sidequest for the ambitious: Bring your own wood!
  If you want to take on this little challenge, you can bring well-dried poplar or willow branches
  (at least 50 mm in diameter) and a piece of hardwood (e.g. beech or hazel for the pressure piece)
  and bring them along.

What we provide

• Suitable wood for the spindle and drill board

• Paracord for the drill bow

• Handsaws to borrow

• Tinder material

• Joint search on site for bow wood & pressure piece

When & where?

📅 Saturday, October 11, 2025
🕒 11:00 - approx. 15:00 (4 hours)
📍 Decksteiner Weiher, Cologne

👥 Max. 12 participants - secure your place in good time!

Find out more?

You can also find all further information about making bowdrill fires on my website:
👉 https://florian.latzel.io/seminare/bowdrill-feuermachen.html