During the winter, snow can be an invaluable asset when it comes to protecting yourself from the cold. However, many people are at a loss as to how to build their own shelters using nothing but snow, and wind up freezing in the middle of nowhere because of it. Building a quinzee shelter during the …
The debris shelter is one of the simplest and most versatile shelters used for survival. It is made of sticks and branches, covered with leaves and other debris materials. Debris shelters are simple but sturdy shelters made from natural resources. You can create them out of wood, stone, mud, etc. These huts provide protection from the …
The Algonquians were one of many American tribes that used the woods and the land to survive. The wickiup shelter was created, and the name coined, by this tribe. Their word for home-dwelling was “wikiyap” and it was this kind of teepee-style shelter. The skills and the knowledge of Native American tribes are something that …
Videos of people building complex shelters in the wild have become incredibly popular. In these uncertain times, it seems many are seeking the healing atmosphere of our wild places. They want to make fires and build a shelter. Well, sometimes it’s the simplest shelter that can accommodate you best. Learning to build a fallen tree …
There are lots of survival shelters that will serve you just perfectly in the spring, summer, or fall months. You can cut trees down and use fallen wood to build an effective shelter to protect yourself from the weather in a survival situation. However, what can you do if the world around you is covered …
The rain tapped the roof of my pup tent’s small rainfly with a wonderful rhythm. The sun’s approach turned the world around me a ghostly blue and I nodded off again. Only the dripping water on my face woke me up to a lighter sky and a promising day. I was asleep in a pup …
The cold winter air was creeping into my sleeves and lingering around the back of my neck. With each exhalation, large clouds of condensation were visible in the night before me. There was no fire. There was no noise. I was sitting under a clear winter sky with the unfathomable silence of a cold night …
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 …
It’s hard to believe that our ancestors slept under the stars. They faced the elements and lived out in the world that we currently shield ourselves from. Only the very rare understand how effective a simple tarp shelter can be. The right tarp shelter for the right scenario can make a night out in the …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Sod houses, also known as “soddies,” were a unique type of dwelling built by pioneers who settled in the Great Plains of North America during the 19th century. These environmentally friendly structures were made of sod, which consisted of thick layers of soil and the densely matted grass roots found in prairie lands. Due to …