Tag: survival

How to survive a wolf attack

Stef Zisovska

Imagine that you’re having the hike of your dreams, the sun has just set, and you’re heading back to your campsite. All you’re thinking of…

5 Avalanche safety rules

Doug Williams

Nothing inspires fear in the hearts of climbers, skiers, snowboarders, or snowmobilers like the idea of being caught in an avalanche. With the growing popularity…

Best water sources in the wilderness

Nick Oetken

One of the most crucial survival skills you should know is being able to find water sources, and then purifying the water so it’s safe…

Know the most common knots – they can be a life saver

If you are a fan of the great outdoors, you may just be a happy camper, or you may like a serious hike or trek.…

Tips on how to stay safe while hiking in hot weather

We are still struggling with extremely high temperatures, and the summer seems to last forever. Seeing dry plants and roads that shimmer in the distance…

Backcountry and Bears: be aware and be careful

Adventures in the backcountry can be serene as you traverse this beautiful country in peace. But there are dangerous predators that roam the wilderness, and…

How to treat Sunstroke, Hypothermia, and Dehydration

Nick Oetken

Dehydration, sunstroke, and hypothermia are among the biggest killers in survival situations. If you ever find yourself out in the wild and trying to find…

What to do before going on a wild adventure – tell someone where you are going

The idea of spontaneity is lurking inside of most adventurers. To be able to walk out of the office and release yourself into nature is…

Equipment: Keeping safe on the water

If you are wishing to pursue kayaking or canoeing as a hobby, your foremost priority should be water safety. People often mistakenly believe that just…

Sometimes all a camp site needs to offer is sleep

Basic check list for a camp holiday

The thing that separates a hiking experience from an ordinary camping one is that you do not have to personally carry everything you may need.…