Another dowsing tool is the bobber. It can be made of different materials, including a wooden twig, a flexible metal rod, or even a piece of plastic. The device can also be made from coiled wire. For the tool to work, there needs to be a weight at the end.

Whatever you use, the bobber must be flexible enough to respond easily to your questions. The length and size can vary from eighteen inches down to a very small device. A spring on the end ensures that there will be a lot of play in the bobber.

To grip a bobber dowsing rod, hold it in the palm of your hand with your thumb on top and pointing away from you. Your forearm should be level, which will mean the bobber rises slightly toward the tip. The bobber on the other end will either bob up and down or sideways. Ask it to show you which way “yes” is, and then where “no” is. Once you have determined “yes” and “no,” you are ready to ask your questions.