Cob: willow reeds/poles??

[andrea arnold]

can you tell me what a "wickiup" is?  Willow primarily
grows near water - streams, ponds, or areas where
there is a high water table below the ground.  There
are exceptions, as there are many species of willow;
depends on where you live.  Bamboo is also quite
flexible.  Alder, White or Green Ash, and Cherry work
well, and you will find that many kinds of wood can
work if you use thin enough branches.   Keep in mind
most wood is only flexible when it is still green. 
Wood should be used within about 2-3 weeks from the
time of cutting.  Otherwise when it begins to dry out
it is much less flexible.  If your project requires
alot of wood and you want to cut alot ahead of time
beyond 2-3 weeks, you should keep the wood soaked or
submerged in water so that it stays flexible and
doesn't dry out.  Hope this helps,

-Andrea Arnold 

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