Survival Blog
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Everything You May Need To Know About Tick Bites
Over the past couple of years, tick-related diseases have been steadily increasing. Although exact reasons are not known, scientists theorize itâs because many species of ticks are migrating. An unfortunate... -
What To Do If You Touch Poison Ivy, Oak, or Sumac
So you've come in contact with poison ivy? You can't think straight and go about your day normally because all you can think about is scratching the itch caused by... -
10 Ways to Use a Survival Knife
A survival knife is among the first pieces of equipment that come to mind when most people think of bushcraft. The versatility of a survival knife as tool and weapon... -
To Boil or Not to Boil?
To Boil or Not to Boil? Waterborne disease is a risk for travelers who visit countries that have poor hygiene and inadequate sanitation, and for those in the wilderness relying on surface water in any country, including the United States.
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Survival or Self Reliance?
Within the realm of definition, the following definition I believe describes both âSurvivalâ and âSelf-Relianceâ. -
Survival Gear: 4 Must Be Skilled with Tools
To be a proficient survivalist, you must have knowledge on the tools to survive in the wild. We have put together a list of the must-be-skilled-with survival gear. -
Fire Starting Methods That Will Not Fail You
This article will be about getting a dependable fire fast and easy. These fire-starting methods are all about reacting to a survival scenario. Weâll cover everything from flint and steel to a magnifying glass to give you confidence in your pack. -
Survival Gear, Being Prepared, etc⌠Letâs talk the basics.
It can all be very confusing. With the influx of so many outlets for knowledge and know-how, itâs hard to keep it all straight. However, keeping it straight isnât necessarily... -
Building A Fire: Birdâs Nest 101
When I was asked to write an article on buiding a fire, I thought sure, but why? I mean, I have seen many articles on friction fires, and fires with flint and... -
10 Benefits of Youth Survival Training
Youth survival training is an incredible opportunity for young people to gain skills that will benefit them for years to come. There are few young people who would not think the...