Ya got a good point there. While I've seen several said birchbark containers, they've been museum pieces that closer resembled works of art. I've read articles on how it's done, and it seems like one of those skills that would take guite a bit of skill and patience, and considering the scarcity of birch trees (as compared to the time of the native Americans), and the fact that skirting a tree kills it, I'd just as soon make sure I've got a suitable pot/pan/bowl with me.

Troy