Wilderness Survival and Bushcraft Terms Day 1 & 2

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Across
  1. 2. – The process of starting a fire.
  2. 3. Glass Method – A technique that focuses sunlight to generate heat and ignite tinder.
  3. 6. – A barrier designed to block wind and reduce exposure.
  4. 9. – A structure that provides protection from the elements, wildlife, and other dangers.
  5. 10. – Small, dry material (like dry grass, bark, or cotton) that easily catches fire.
  6. 12. and Steel – A fire-starting method that uses sparks created by striking steel against flint.
  7. 13. Priorities – The most critical needs in a survival situation: shelter, water, fire, food, and rescue.
  8. 14. – A basic structure built by leaning branches against a support, often used in survival situations.
  9. 16. Drill – A fire-starting tool that uses rotational friction to generate an ember.
Down
  1. 1. – Small sticks or twigs used to build a fire once the tinder is ignited.
  2. 4. Fire – A method of fire-starting that relies on rubbing materials together to create heat (e.g., bow drill).
  3. 5. – A small, glowing piece of material that can ignite a fire when placed in tinder.
  4. 7. – The harmful effects of weather conditions like extreme heat, cold, wind, or rain.
  5. 8. Hut – A simple survival shelter made from branches, leaves, and other natural materials.
  6. 11. – Materials or techniques used to retain body heat and protect against cold temperatures.
  7. 15. Shelter – A temporary shelter made by suspending a tarp or fabric between trees or poles.