In the times we live in, if you are visiting a city or live in one, there is regrettably a good chance that you will experience a protest or civil unrest of some sort. There is also a better than even chance that trouble-makers will attempt to escalate things and in the worst circumstances, a…
[VIDEO] Master These Fire Starting Methods With Water
Starting a fire is one critical skill you must possess if you want to be prepared for a survival situation. While using water may seem like an odd way to start a fire, it actually is one of the few methods that is fail-safe, provided you have a clear vessel to hold the water and…
Think Like a Burglar And Prevent Yourself From Getting Robbed
Victims say that next to violent, physical crime, there is nothing more dehumanizing than being robbed. You literally feel violated whether what was stolen was a few dollars carelessly left on a counter or items of more significance like computers, televisions and other electronics. Each year, it is estimated that over two million home invasions…
How To Find Water In the Wildernes EVERY Time
Apart from immediate medical needs or escaping severe weather, finding water in a survival situation is your most important priority. In most cases, depending on where you are, you can endure without a cache of food or shelter or even fire, but without water, your situation can migrate from worrisome to grave to dire in…
Are Your Outdoor Survivor Skills Where They Need To Be?
On a scale of 1-10, how would you rate your survival skills? Do you know what specific areas you should be skilled in? Do you know your weaknesses and which areas pose an opportunity for you to improve upon them? All of us strive to be knowledgeable, well informed and prepared for situations that present…
4 Self Reliant Skills Every Survivalist Should Master
When we’re talking with our buddies about survival techniques, hypothetical scenarios based on what’s in the news, and general “need to know” info, we often identify things (that at least one of us) hasn’t thought about. This is exactly why talking, listening and learning from our peers and fellow survivalists is so important. How else…
Are Your Wilderness Signaling Skills On Point? What Every Survivalist Should Know
If you’re lost in the woods and need help, do you know which signaling skills to use? There are a variety of types and methods, but you must remember that the signal you use will depend largely on your environment, the weather, your surroundings and whether or not you are in danger. For example, if…
ATTENTION Survivalists: 3 Stupidly Easy Knots for a Tarp Shelter
By now you probably know the importance of knots and how they can help you in a variety of situations. Some knots come in handy when sailing, others are best used when camping or when you’re out scaling mountains in Aspen. But there are 2 highly critical points you must know before you do anything with…
4 Essential Knots You NEED to Know Now!
Some may want to know why learning knot techniques is important. And that’s understandable! So let’s give you a scenario: You’re mountain climbing over the weekend with some friends, because… hey, you’re an outdoorsy kind of person and you enjoy the adrenalin rush of adventure! Chances are if you’re climbing a mountain you’re not terrified of…