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The right fire for the job

Make a set of fire lay cards, each showing one type of fire lay, such as criss cross, V lay, star lay, long log or upside down, with a brief description, an illustration and its recommended uses.

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  • Step by step
  • Questions to wonder about
  • Tip
  • Variations
  • Practising over time
  • Resources
  • Learning
  • Safety notes

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Safety first. Outdoor activities carry real risks. Each activity guide has safety notes, but you are responsible for yourself and anyone in your care. Supervise children, get permission, never eat anything you cannot identify with certainty, and only light fires where it is allowed and safe.

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