Why do I need a survival shelter? In light of the current events that are evolving in the world today, it is best to be prepared for the worst while hoping for the best. Picture yourself and your family in just such an event as a Natural Disaster or Economic breakdown. We have already experienced …
Every seasoned survivalist, prepper, and adventurer knows that to survive in the middle of nowhere, you must be able to build a long term survival shelter. Without shelter, your chances of surviving and getting back to civilization drops due to extreme heat, cold, and the risk of being attacked by wild animals. But what goes …
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 …
This shelter is one of the simplest and most versatile. It is made of sticks and branches, covered with leaves and other debris materials. Location: Before you begin building a debris shelter, pick your location for it carefully. Look for a relatively dry, well-drained area. There should be an abundance of leaves, grass, pine needles, or similar debris …
A fallen tree is one of the first options you should consider using to make a shelter, as it can be constructed with minimum effort. A natural formation like a fallen tree can also shield you from the elements immediately. A good structure base to use on a fallen tree would be similar to an a-frame.
When you cannot use an internal fire, heating rocks are a great way to heat your shelter and stay warm. Never select rocks from near a water source, or any porous rocks for that matter, dense rocks are safer. Rocks found near water sources could have water trapped inside them. As the water heats, the rock will turn …
If you plan to use a fire on the inside of your shelter as a heat source, carefully plan how it will be tended. Make sure your shelter has proper ventilation at all times to allow smoke to escape, and to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. In some types of shelters such as debris shelters, it would probably be wiser to build your …
So you want to survive the cold, harsh winter? One way to do that is by building an igloo shelter. Igloos are perfect for those who want a quick and easy shelter option. Igloos are one of the most effective shelters in cold environments. They are simple to build and will keep you warm when …
The woods and wild places are drawing people to them. A weekend in the woods can wash away the stain of florescent lighting and it can reset your circadian rhythm. It seems that most of us understand the damage that our hyper convenient, over digitized, and sedentary lifestyle is doing to us. More people are …
A pup tent is a small, triangular structure used for shelter that is made with some sort of durable material, such as canvas, and two poles. One pole holds up the front, and one pole is placed in the back, giving the tent an A-Frame appearance. The pup tent is characterized by its small size, thus the name ‘pup …
A Quinzee a hollowed out pyramid of snow. The secret to a quinzee’s warmth is natural, thick insulation. There’s almost none better than snow. You can stay warm and snug in a quinzee even when air temperatures plunge well below freezing. Pick a spot to build your Quinzee. Don’t make a quinzee under a tree …
A rock shelter is also called a rock house or crepuscular cave. It is a shallow cave-like opening at the base of a bluff or cliff. Many rock shelters are found under waterfalls. They form natural shelters from the weather. If you have found a rock shelter and have decided to stay in it, building a small fire in the mouth of the shelter and a reflector behind …
A Scout Pit is a shelter made by digging a trench or hole into the earth. The Scout Pit is an insulated shelter, remaining warmer in winter and cooler in warmer months. To Construct a Scout Pit: STEP 1: Find a place that doesn’t have a lot of tree roots to start digging. Make your trench about …
A sod shelter (or turf house) is strong and fireproof. A framework covered with sod provides a shelter that is warm in cold weather, and one that is easily made waterproof and insect -proof in the summer. The framework for a sod shelter must be very strong, and it can be made of logs, driftwood, poles, etc. …
In a marsh or swamp, or any area with standing water or continually wet or muddy ground, the swamp bed keeps you dry and off the ground. Location: When selecting a site, consider the available materials. You may be able to use trees if they are in the right position for building this structure. STEP 1:Look for four trees positioned …