Batoning

Batoning is kind of like a grown-up way to play with a hammer and a block of wood. Say you have a big piece of wood that you want to cut into smaller pieces to use for a fire. One way to do it is by using a knife to whittle off small pieces, but that can take a long time and use up a lot of energy.

Instead, you can use a technique called batoning where you place the blade of a big knife against the top of the wood, and then use a hammer or a stick to tap the back of the knife a little, driving it deeper into the wood.

Then, you can use the force of the knife being stuck in the wood to break it apart into smaller pieces. It's kind of like hitting a nail into a piece of wood, but instead of making a hole, it splits the wood in half or into smaller pieces that are easier to handle.

This technique can be really helpful when you're out camping or exploring in nature and need to make firewood or build a shelter. But it can also be dangerous if you're not careful, so make sure you have proper training and use the right tools to baton safely!