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Throwing Sticks
(Adapted from the U.S. Army Survival
Manual)
The throwing stick, commonly known as the
rabbit stick, is very effective against small game (squirrels,
chipmunks, and rabbits). The rabbit stick itself is a blunt stick,
naturally curved at about a 45-degree angle. Select a stick with
the desired angle from heavy hardwood such as oak. Shave off
two opposite sides so that the stick is flat like a boomerang
(Figure 12-5).
You must practice the throwing technique
for accuracy and speed. First, align the target by extending
the non-throwing arm in line with the mid to lower section of
the target. Slowly and repeatedly raise the throwing arm up and
back until the throwing stick crosses the back at about a 45-degree
angle or is in line with the non-throwing hip. Bring
the throwing arm forward until it is just slightly above and
parallel to the non-throwing arm. This will be the throwing stick’s
release point. Practice slowly and repeatedly to attain accuracy.
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Steve's Notes: If you don't have a knife to carve
one, any short pieces of wood with enough weight can be used
as a crude throwing sticks without much modification. |
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