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DanaM:
http://groups.msn.com/ferretsarcherywebpage

Mickey LOtz's site also has rose shoot arrows how to

david w.:
thanks Dana.

i went ahead and debarked one. if it checks it ok because theres alot more more it came from

david w.:
i also tied it down to a board to keep it straight so it wouldnt warp

david w.:
how long do you think it would take to dry?

Pat B:
David, You can hand straighten them while green without heat. Every day or so pick up the shoots and work on the worst bends first. Do a little at a time and wait a few more days and start again.By the time they dry(depending on R/H, could be as little as a few weeks)they will be pretty straight. Then you can use a candle to heat the areas that need a final straightening. I like to put cooking oil on the shoot before using a flame. I think it helps hold the heat, heats more evenly and prevents scorching while straightening.
  With hardwood shoots I like to add color by scorching along the shaft. I do this after the shaft is cured and straight. After scorching let the shafts settle in and rehydrate for a few days before stressing them.     Pat

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