A bug out vehicle is a means of transport, well-stocked with survival tools and ready to “bug out” of town in the event of a catastrophe. Having a bug out vehicle (BOV) packed and ready to go can help you feel prepared to handle a natural disaster, an incident of civil unrest, or even a …
Fires are essential for outdoor survival and can often be a game-changer during an emergency situation. You can up your game with one of these great fire starter tools. Why is a fire essential? Not only do they provide heat to keep hikers and campers warm, but that heat can also be used for cooking …
Most people probably think they have the necessary skills to survive in the wilderness if push comes to shove. The truth, however, often paints a very different story. The good news is that you can hone your skills to ensure a more favorable outcome if you’re ever thrust into a life-or-death situation. Thanks to survival …
No matter your life situation or where you live in the world, it’s essential to have survival kits at your disposal. No one can predict when a disaster will strike or what it will look like. Staying prepared for every situation is an essential part of being a responsible adult. In this article, we will …
The need for survival books. Our survival instinct kicks in when we face an emergency or disaster, whether in an urban setting or the wilderness. However, our modern lifestyles barely equip us with the skills to take the steps to ensure our survival. The good news is that survival skills are not usually that hard …
An urban bug out bag may not be something you’ve ever heard of or considered owning. But if you live in an urban setting, you should know that bugging out isn’t something you do only in rural areas. A city can be the worst place to be in when a disaster strikes. You not only …
You’re having dinner with your entire family. It’s been a while since you had a meal together. If not for John, who was caught up in the traffic snarl-up at the last minute, you’d have been one complete happy family. You’re all still happy anyway. Suddenly, the dishes on the table begin shaking. Before you …
The Cow Hitch – also known as the Lanyard Hitch, the Lark’s Head, or (in an occasionally used perversion of the latter) the Lark’s Foot – is a go-to construction for tying a rope to a ring, a peg, a pole, another rope, and the like. Think of it as a cousin of and alternative …
A quality shovel and saw are two of the most important tools for long-term survival, no matter the situation. Although you can certainly buy a shovel and saw separately, the Schrade Shovel Saw Combo combines these two essential survival tools into a single package. Not only is this two-in-one shovel/saw surprisingly versatile, but it`s remarkably …
The Fishermans Bend—also widely known as the Anchor Bend—is not, strictly speaking, a bend at all. That is, it doesn’t attach two separate ropes together, which is the modern definition of a bend. Rather, the fishermans bend is a hitch: a knot that fixes a rope to another object. (Back in the day, a “bend” …
There is something about survival movies that just pulls at your emotions. Even if it is based on a true story and you know the outcome, you find yourself at the edge of your seat, completely immersed in the experience. During the really gripping survival movies, you may even find yourself yelling advice to the …
Knowing how to survive in the wild can come in especially handy. It is not uncommon for us to hear stories of men, women and even children who went hiking or camping and simply got lost. Being left to fend for themselves in the wilderness, these people have managed to survive in the wild for …
You’re asking yourself do I really need survival knives? When would I use one? No one expects to end up in a survival situation. But being prepared can change an emergency from life-threatening to an inconvenience or adventure. Imagine you’re on a day hike with your family. Someone twists their ankle or gets sick, and …
Learning survival skills like the A-frame shelter isn’t like mastering a language, becoming proficient in carpentry, or dabbling in pottery. It’s devoting yourself to developing expertise you hope never to need. And chances are, you won’t. Most people don’t get lost in the wilderness. Most of the time, nothing goes wrong on a camping trip …
In a survival situation, a tactical shovel can be one of the most important tools in your arsenal. With a shovel, you can dig a hole (for a latrine or whatever), use it as a weapon as a last resort, shovel your vehicle out of the snow, use it for trenching, or even use it …