QUESTIONS TO DISCUSS

Understanding the Basics

• What are the three components of the fire triangle?
• Why is each component (heat, fuel, oxygen) essential for starting a fire?
• What happens if one component of the fire triangle is missing?

Materials for Fire Making

• What materials can you use as tinder to start a fire?
• What’s the difference between tinder, kindling, and fuelwood?
• What natural materials can you find in the wild to start a fire?
• Why is it important to ensure your materials are dry before using them?

Methods to Start a Fire

• What tools or methods can be used to start a fire (e.g., matches, flint and steel, friction)?
• Which fire-making method is most reliable, and why?
• What are some alternative methods to start a fire if you don’t have matches or a lighter?

Safety Precautions

• What are the safety steps you should take before starting a fire?
• Why is it important to clear the area around your fire?
• How can you prevent a fire from spreading accidentally?

Building and Maintaining a Fire

• How should you arrange your tinder, kindling, and fuelwood to start a fire effectively?
• Why is it important to start with small materials before adding larger pieces of wood?
• How do you keep a fire burning steadily without making it too big or dangerous?

Practical Applications

• What are the most common uses of fire in a survival situation?
• Why is fire important for cooking and purifying water?
• How can fire provide protection in the wild?