Tag: survival
How to choose the perfect camping spot
Choosing the right campsite is not as easy as you think and if you aren’t prepared, you can end up camping in a wrong spot…
Travel Tuesdays: How to deal with police stops when driving in Mexico
I slowed the car down and turned the AC up as we approached the checkpoint. The sun was blazing hot overhead, and I knew it…
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…
Travel Tuesdays: Pick your partners carefully
Today I’m going to share two climbing stories that both carry the same message from two different angles: Pick your partners in adventure carefully. In…
A fish bow to tackle your tackle
A fish bow is something you may wish to construct when you are visiting the great outdoors with your backpack in tow. This bow is…
How to get rid of mosquitoes in a natural way
We will all agree on this one – mosquitoes are incredibly annoying creatures. There is nothing worse than a dozen mosquito bites while you’re trying…
Travel Tuesdays: What to do when you’re lost in the backcountry
I hadn’t prepared for snow. That was my first mistake. I was slowly trudging up the trail. With each step, it felt like my feet…
How to safely select edible wild plants
Wild plants are the best food you can eat while camping, hiking or in a survival situation. They are a free source of vitamins, minerals,…
Bug bite prevention in the wilderness
Whether you live in an area which is subject to insect invasions or your next travel plans involve a rainforest excursion, you would do well…
Winter survival: How to start a fire in the snow
Wintertime is the hardest time when it comes to survival in the wild. The mixture of cold weather and lack of food has caused many…