Packing a hefty survival kit is always a good idea; you never know when you'll end up in a situation out of your control, and adding as many ways to control your circumstances as possible is your best bet.

However, if you are for some reason unable to make use of a kit, then making use of whatever resources are at your disposal is another critical aspect of survival, and finding multiple uses of one resource is like hitting the survival jackpot.

If you happen to be stranded in a forest, finding a stand of pine trees can be the survival equivalent of hitting the Powerball. They are some of the most useful trees on the face of the planet, with plenty of uses ranging from providing heat and light to medical uses that will keep you plenty healthy to walk out of the forest alive.

Check out some great uses for the humble pine tree in the article on the next page.

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