There is a serious focus on fire starters in the survivalist community. How you throw sparks, make a flame, or get a fire started is all the rage. In all honesty that is an important part of the process. Things like Ferro rods, flint and steel, lighters, tinder vs kindling, and matches are all needed …
Would you believe me if I told you that there are two essential pieces to every fire and these pieces decide if your fire will start quick and easy or not at all? When you build a lot of fires you start to appreciate all the phases, parts, and pieces that go into making fire. …
When you find yourself in a survival situation, learning how to use a tinder bundle to start a fire is going to be the difference between life and death. The first winter in North America after SHTF is going to be when a lot of people don’t make it. Learning how to keep yourself warm …
When it comes to surviving in the wilderness, few things are more important than knowing how to start a fire. Traditionally, people start fires with kindling, matches, and additional firewood. However, when dry kindling isn’t readily available, you must know how to use tinder sticks to start your fire. If you have no idea what this …
Do you want to make a friction fire? Would you like to build a bird’s nest and blow a little ember into a roaring fire? Well, one of the best ways to make that happen is by creating a tinder bundle. With a tinder bundle, you will be able to make fire with minimal implements …
You may have thought about it as a game, but do you know what would you do if you were actually stuck on an island? While it may seem a little unlikely that you’ll ever need to use island survival skills, you’re better off safe than sorry. Plus, a lot of the rules are helpful …
You’re out in the wilderness backpacking. You encounter an abnormally cold night. You have to light a fire. But how? Or how about you live in a remote area, and your power goes out? There are two things you need, warmth and light. A fire in your fireplace can provide both, but you’re out of matches, …
The essential items for survival are shelter, water, fire, and food. Fire is essential for staying warm, purifying water, cooking food, and sending a signal if you’re in need of help. Read on to learn how to make a fire starter kit so that you’re never left out in the cold. The good news is …
What is the best survival bracelet out there? Well, that really depends on what your specific needs are. Survival bracelets come with varying lengths of paracord wound into them, and some even come with other multitool features. One of these could make your life a little easier on a camping trip, or even save your …
Teaching kids survival skills is not always easy but it can be a lot of fun. One of the early hangups when it comes to making fire is that the use of many fire-making implements is really hard for kids. Lighters can be tough for little hands, Ferro rods require lots of practice, and things …
I always know that a worthy adventure is about to unfold when I clip the Kydex sheath for my bushcraft knife onto my belt. I do not carry my bushcraft knife every day but on hunting, hiking, camping, and fishing adventures I keep it on my belt. I have used that knife to start a …
Camping is one of the most popular pastimes in the country, whether you’re going it alone or enjoying a weekend with friends and family. There are many important things to take along with you on your camping trip, but a camping knife is at the top of the list. A good camping knife can help …
When it comes to the great outdoors, bushcraft saws are among the most underrated commodities in an outdoorsman or woman’s arsenal. Having a sharp and reliable saw will get you out of many jams and help you with tons of aspects involved with outdoor living. In this article, we’ll look at the importance of having …
Having a reliable axe is extremely important whether you’re a weekend warrior who occasionally goes camping or an avid survivalist. Axes are one of the most useful, multi-purpose tools that an outdoorsman or woman can have in their arsenal. Yes, axes are multipurpose tools. The best bushcraft axe should be effective at chopping and cutting …
Do you keep an ultimate survival kit list handy in case of an emergency? The truth is that a natural disaster can strike at any time—whether you’re enjoying a family camping trip or a hike with friends, or whether you’re going about your day-to-day business at home. The importance of having a fully loaded survival …