The benefits of space blankets in a survival situation
Space blankets, also known as Mylar blankets or First Aid blankets, have a reputation for being little more than thin sheets of foil that are…
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Camping gear for less than $100
Camping is one of the cheapest types of vacation that you can take. That is, if you have the gear. If you are setting out…
Essential backpacking gear
If you are new to backpacking or you just need a reminder of what to take, this is the article for you. The following information…
The best survival shelters and how to build them
If you ever find yourself in a survival situation in the wilderness, the first thing you need to do is protect yourself. Therefore, knowing how…
How to use a pine tree for survival – food, medicine, fuel and shelter
We all love hiking and camping in the wilderness, and sometimes even for more than a week. The reality is that no matter how well-trained…
Bailing out: Life hacks for the outdoorsman
We have all been there. Out in the woods, either camping or hiking, you suddenly realize that you have forgotten something essential. Or you find…
Tips on how to survive the jungle maze
Are you sitting comfortably in your chair right now and thinking that jungle survival is the last thing in the world that you want to…
Fastpacking – The merging of trail running and backpacking
Over the past few years, there has been a change within the trail running community to take it into the wilderness for more than just a day…
Pine Tree survival hacks
You and a friend are off on a hiking trail through the wilderness, populated by forests of pines, plenty of rivers, hills, and valleys. You…
Make a bed outside: How recreational camping started
Camping is one of the most fun summer pastimes for people all over the world. But how did this recreation start? When did camping turn…