- Prerequisite:None
- Duration:5 days
- Cost:£600
The simple bow is so familiar. Most cultures once used the bow and arrow to hunt for food and protect their homes. The elegance of a self bow has no rival. Walking through a wooded place carrying a bow that you have created, transports you to an ancestral time.
This class will take a seasoned log to a fully working bow. You will learn how to select and split the log, shape and tiller to produce a beautiful bow. This class is for those who want a full understanding of the principles of bow making. Therefore multiple designs will be created from different species of trees, giving the student a greater understanding. Also more advanced techniques will be demonstrated so that participants have knowledge of topics such as sinew backing, re-curves, splicing etc.
Some of the skills covered
- Bow design and performance
- Timber selection
- Bow construction
- String manufacture
- Sinew and other backings
- Billet splicing
- Re-curves
- Bow making with green wood
- Staining and decoration
For more information bow making, view these articles 1 & 2 writen by Native Awareness.
…”I picked up many bonus tips on Bush Crafting, through conversations with James, during the course. James’ knowledge and skills are first rate, and I am delighted with the finished bow”…
Pete, I.T