Fishing methods Making a Fishing Spear 1. Choose a sturdy sapling that is at least 6 feet in length and 2-4 inches thick. Next cut a flat edge on the thickest end of the pole. Using your knife or hatchet split the wood exactly down the middle roughly 6 inches. Next make another split perpendicular to the first split, dividing the sapling into 4 even sections.
2. At the point where the split ends wrap cordage around the sapling. This will prevent any further splinting and will also prevent breakage of the spikes. The next step is to cut two small branches roughly 1/2 inch width and 3 inches in length. The branches are then placed in between the splits forming a cross. Once in place they should be secured with cordage or tape.
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3. Sharpen the spines that have been formed. It is important that the spines are not carved too thin or they will be susceptible to breakage. Fishing spears are relatively easy to make and can be a great active way to obtain food. A fishing spear should never be used as a throwing spear.