THROWING STICK

One of the most ancient, yet effective tools for hunting small game is the throwing stick. A throwing stick is thrown sidearm so that it spins as shown (animation may take several seconds to load). The stick is typically 2 to 3 feet long depending on the size and strength of the user. It is also very thick (about as big around as the wrist of the user) and heavy (typically made of hardwood). The ends can be either blunt or sharpened. I prefer to put a very slight point (a skull crusher or pommel point, as it is known). This point is shown in the animation below.

The whole point to the throwing stick is that (thrown sideways) you only have to be within 2 or 3 feet of your target to actually hit it. This is a very effective tool for hunting rabbits and other small ground critters.

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