We called them “witching sticks” too. And yes they work. If the hands of a skilled person they would lead the user to land that was disturbed or not solid- usually because of water. I have a dear friend who has taught people how to use them. It’s awesome to watch.
LucyZastrow t1_j6icuv7 wrote
Reply to Eli5....can you dig a well anywhere and hit water...and how did the early ranchers in the West know where to dig for water. Especially in the really dry areas? by pinkshrinkrn
We called them “witching sticks” too. And yes they work. If the hands of a skilled person they would lead the user to land that was disturbed or not solid- usually because of water. I have a dear friend who has taught people how to use them. It’s awesome to watch.