Author: Nick Oetken
Nick Oetken is one of the authors writing for Outdoor Revival
7 Steps On How to Tan a Hide
Throughout history, leather has been incredibly useful. Our ancestors have used it for everything from making clothing to making hinges for doors, from making holsters…
Why Is the Hatchet More Valuable Than the Knife?
In any survival expedition, having a piece of handy equipment for different kinds of situations that warrant different solutions is a must. In terms of…
Tips On How to Survive a Bear Attack
Bear attacks are small on the scale of other risks while out in the wild. From 2010-2018 there were 51 fatal attacks, 12 of which…
Mountain Men: Trapping Furs Driven by European Fashion
One of the most colorful groups of people in the history of America was the Mountain Men. This rough-and-tumble bunch of hard men was an…
The Ancient Skill of The Cobbler
Need a new pair of shoes? What do you do? Run down to the local shoe store or big box store and pick out a…
The How To’s of Bird Watching and Wildlife Observation
Being outdoors inevitably puts you in close proximity to a myriad of interesting wildlife – including plants, birds, and other animals and insects. Part of…
How To Start A Fire With Fire Steel
Have you ever experienced the disappointment of your matchbox and lighter? Have you ever imagined what can happen if your backpack gets soaked in the…
Navigating Without Survival Equipment
Life is full of uncertainties. Therefore, one must arm himself or herself with all necessary skills as possible. When you go for a camping trip…
Tips & Insights On Surviving A Desert Climate
Recently we decided to bring you a short series of articles that deal with some of the world’s harshest climates. When we discuss the wilderness…
The Parang Blade – The Perfect Survival Tool
Hailing from Southeast Asia, and Malaysia in particular, Parang is a traditional tool of the local peoples; it is most simply described as a large…