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Step back to the early 1900s and see exactly how legendary outdoorsman Horace Kephart carried fire in the field. In this video, I recreate his 1910 fire kit based on his writings in Camping and Woodcraft — a compact, reliable system for making fire anywhere.
Kephart insisted every camper should “carry fire in his pocket.” His kit included:
A waterproof match safe filled with paraffined wooden matches.
A small tinder tin with birch bark, resin, and charred cloth.
A flint & steel set as a backup ignition method.
A candle stub, useful for starting fires in wet conditions.
We’ll walk through each item, explain its purpose, and demonstrate how Kephart’s approach to firecraft still works today.
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Step back to the early 1900s and see exactly how legendary outdoorsman Horace Kephart carried fire in the field. In this video, I recreate his 1910 fire kit based on his writings in Camping and Woodcraft — a compact, reliable system for making fire anywhere.
Kephart insisted every camper should “carry fire in his pocket.” His kit included:
A waterproof match safe filled with paraffined wooden matches.
A small tinder tin with birch bark, resin, and charred cloth.
A flint & steel set as a backup ignition method.
A candle stub, useful for starting fires in wet conditions.
We’ll walk through each item, explain its purpose, and demonstrate how Kephart’s approach to firecraft still works today.
👉 Subscribe to WayPoint Survival for more classic woodcraft, survival skills, and vintage outdoor wisdom.
#Bushcraft #ClassicCamping #SurvivalSkills #Woodcraft #OutdoorTips #Kephart
Link for purchase of WayPoint Survival Phase 1 Digital Class:
waypointsurvival.com/digital-course
For more information on classes, to check out the required gear list, or buy Merch go to: waypointsurvival.com
To support our work on Patreon: patreon.com/WayPointSurvival
Here's a link to my Teespring Merchandise: teespring.com/shop/WayPoint_Survival?tsmac=recently_viewed&tsmic=recently_viewed&pid=212&cid=5819
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Discover the historical 1880s Hobo Stove, a versatile Florence Lamp/Stove, in our latest YouTube video, showcasing its critical role for the railroad workers, the hobo community, and housewives for heating sad irons. Explore the origins and functionality of this unique kerosene stove, dating back to the decade post-American Civil War and remaining in use until the early 20th century, emphasizing its simplicity and ease of use. Dive into the rich history and practical applications of the 1880s Hobo Stove, an innovation that bridged the gap between necessity and convenience during a transformative era in American history.
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