How to Build a Raft
A raft is a perfect substitute for a fisher who does not have access to a boat.
Materials Required
- Something to cut the wood with (a hatchet)
- Logs (spruce is recommended)
- Heavy twine
- Leaves
- 4 empty water jugs
Steps in Building the Raft
Step One: First off, you will need to lay about half a dozen 12-foot long and 12-inches thick logs side-by-side on the ground. Using the hatchet, cut grooves near the ends of each log in a U shape. Each groove will need to be around 2 inches from the end of the log.
Step Two: Place two 7’’ x 6’ logs in the U shaped groves of the larger logs. Already your hard work should be paying off with a half built raft.
Step Three: Wrap the heavy twine in a crisscross pattern across the large and small logs to make the raft more stable. You should be able to stay afloat on the waters now.
Step Four: Now that your raft is secured with twine, flip it over so that the smaller logs are on the bottom.
Step Five: Using the plastic water jugs, place them on the bottom of the raft and secure them by using heavy twine. It is a smart idea to have each jug placed in a corner of the raft to balance everything out.
Step Six: Place leaves on the top of your raft. Lay several on top of each other making many layers of leaves. Now you will at least have some better cushioning and a stylish new look when compared to a plain raft. However, the danger is that leaves can get slippery when wet.