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I almost started this thread last week and seeing it finally used on Man Woman Wild by Myke made me decide to write it up. I am very surprised that Cody (or any of the others) doesn't do this as he is in touch with the Native ways more than most. They always seem to stress the importance of fire, which is good for obvious reasons, but they don't ever carry this precious source. They should do so especially in cold, wet, or damp conditions where starting another one from scratch can be difficult or impossible and could cost them their lives. Fire bundles are relatively easy to make and I have used them with great success. Depending on the size of the bundle and number of them, theoretically you can carry a hot coal indefinitely. An average bundle 5-8 hours. The Great Plains Natives always used them when traveling in winter. Anyone else ever used them? Ya they are a pain sometimes to carry but I've strapped mine on my pack without any problems.