safety

Lightning storm safety while hiking, camping or backpacking

Nearly 24,000 people are killed annually by lightning strikes. The ones that survive suffer lifelong damage to their physical and…

7 years ago

Stay warm in a tent

Tents can be very cold and humid, especially at night. Many of us will have experienced waking up at 3…

7 years ago

How to survive a wildfire when trapped in a car

A wildfire is a big, uncontrolled fire that usually occurs in forests and mountains but if it spreads it can…

7 years ago

Essential items for emergency situations

In any life threatening situation, people who are prepared are the most likely to survive. These people bring the kinds…

7 years ago

Winter wilderness survival tips that could save you

Being outdoors may be easier in the summer, but that doesn’t mean that you want to be stuck indoors the…

7 years ago

Best home remedies for mosquito bites

Mosquitoes are perhaps one of the most irritating insects out there. Small and easy to miss, these bloodsuckers like to…

7 years ago

Keep your pet safe while flying

Pets are often our best friends - that's why it can be hard to imagine traveling without them. If you're…

7 years ago

How to find clean backcountry drinking water

Being able to drink water directly from a natural source without any purification is something that is about as natural…

7 years ago

If you get lost in the wilderness – following these guidelines may help

While exploring new areas in the wilderness can be fun and exciting, it can often be dangerous too. A fun…

7 years ago

Ideas to save water for times of scarcity

If you live in a part of the world where a copious supply of water is not guaranteed, it is…

7 years ago