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…

7 years ago

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…

7 years ago

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…

7 years ago

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…

7 years ago

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…

7 years ago

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…

7 years ago

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,…

7 years ago

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…

7 years ago

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…

7 years ago

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…

7 years ago