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11/06/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Debunking some of the most common water survival myths

Water is one of the most important items you will need for survival, but it is often the first thing that everyone runs out of. Drinking water in the wilderness may also be challenging because people continue to follow dangerous water survival myths — and this article aims to debunk them. (h/t to PreppersWill.com) Water […]

08/01/2018 / By Rita Winters

Surviving the great outdoors: How to avoid unexpected animal attacks

We’ve all seen expert adventurers attacked by crocodiles and and lions on T.V. Given that they are knowledgeable in their chosen profession, most of them manage to survive it. However, for the younger, inexperienced crowd, the outcome may not be as nice. Let’s admit it: Most of us don’t know how to avoid animal attacks or […]

07/20/2018 / By Janine Acero

19 Common plants that are edible and can help you survive in the wild

To be stranded in the wilderness is probably one of the worst things that could happen to anyone. It’s easily conceivable that you’ll go around in circles looking for the nearest settlement, all the while running out of strength and food. But the wilderness isn’t so barren after all – we know plants and animals […]

06/18/2018 / By Edsel Cook

A short list on primitive survival tools to use when SHTF

Primitive humans were adept at turning naturally available materials into useful tools. An article in Survivor Sullivan covers a list of simple survival equipment that could prove their worth in a SHTF scenario. A primitive toolset starts off with the basics. These literal sticks and stones will help build better implements. Small pebbles are used […]

03/11/2018 / By Lance D Johnson

Fun bushcraft projects to practice with your kids to increase their survival skills

One of the subjects missing in public schools is bush craft and survival skills. National Parks, State Forests, and privately-owned campgrounds are like real life textbooks just waiting to be explored. If your school district or home school practice hasn’t made room for bush craft, it’s time to start practicing fun wilderness projects with your […]

02/08/2018 / By Jhoanna Robinson

Sharpening your knife without a sharpener: 5 alternatives that really work

A dull knife can pose a greater danger than a sharp one. However, sharpening a knife can be troublesome for most of us, since we either don’t have the right tools or don’t have the necessary skills to make it happen. Fortunately, we’re here to present you with five materials to help you sharpen a […]

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