Tag: kit

Essential winter survival items to have in your car

If you are an outdoorsy person who likes to travel a lot, then you probably know about all the basic items that should be in…

Experienced hiker’s packing list

Packing for a hiking trip is not as simple as it sounds because not all hikes are the same. Also, not all hikers are the…

Here are some basic uses for a survival knife

A good survival knife is a vital item that you will need to own if you plan to do any hiking and camping in the…

The essential backpacking and camping first aid kit

For peace of mind, everyone should carry a first aid kit when hiking or camping. Most of the items you’ll need you probably already have…

Essential items that should be in your survival kit

Making your own survival kit is not a hard thing to do as long as you know where are you going to use it. Do…

How to build a fire in any weather

As much as we all plan for our camping trips, sometimes the weather is not as agreeable as we would like it to be. Regardless…

The Top 10 Sunglasses for the Outdoorsman

Being outside exposes us to a variety of elements, whether it’s the weather, all sorts of critters and creatures, or the sun itself. Your eyes…

How to sharpen your trowel by hand – for those of us who like ‘digging’ when we are out

As an archaeologist, whether by hobby or by profession, your most important tool is your trowel. Sharpening this tool properly is key. The job of…

How to properly sharpen a knife

Not only is keeping a sharp edge on your knife’s blade important for the overall function of the knife, but it’s also important for your…

The essential survival kit for every fisherman

Imagine being stranded in the wilderness, without any form of communication or food. Food and water are essential to maintaining human life, and survival is…