How to Stay Alive in the Wilderness: 10 Essential Skills Every year dozens of people die in wilderness settings because they were completely unprepared to face the dangers that lurk in nature. Thinking about being lost in the wilderness brings up fears of wild beasts waiting to tear one to…
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5 Must-Have Items For Your Outdoor Survival Kit: Putting Together Your Survival Kit in 2018 When you need to be sure that you are able to make the most out of any camping trip or outdoors life as a whole, you owe it to yourself to put together a survival kit…
Surviving in your Home After a Natural Disaster It’s the year 2018, and If there’s a natural disaster or other emergency you will quickly need to determine a game plan to improve your chances of survival. The best course of action will greatly determine the nature of the emergency and…
New Survival Gear for 2017 & 2018 Being a veteran and reminiscing about the military, nothing made war games and camping better than having high quality survival gear. From night vision goggles to canteens, there will be very limited excitement and fun without having the right equipment that will keep…
Best Survival Gear for 2018 Whether it’s the possibility of war, a pandemic, or a natural disaster, it’s necessary to have the most important survival gear. The following describes the best survival gear for 2018 and backup options. Water Filters A reliable water filter or water straw that removes 99.9…
What are the ways to survive in the wilderness? Anyone with experience camping in the wilderness knows the potential risks associated. For many people, these potential risks can be terrifying—however, there are many ways to cover yourself to make sure you aren’t in any risk. Keep an Emergency Radio On-Hand…
What are the Survival Tactics During Natural Disasters or Emergencies? A natural disaster or emergency could occur at any moment and being prepared for an event is often an essential part of being able to survive said emergency. The most challenging part of an emergency is the uncertainty surrounding it;…
How to Improvise with a Couple Wool Blankets For Hammock? This video will show how to improvise with a couple wool blankets for hammock use in a cold-weather or wintertime environment. Wool blankets are very versatile, it’s better to carry two thin wool blankets than one thick wool blanket. The reason…
What are the 5 Tools and Functions to Manipulate Wood? This video will show the types of tools not necessarily a specific tool but the types of tools that one should carry in with an environment for situations other than emergency survival. This video will explain to you the way…
Do You Know How to Build the Ultimate Survival Shelter? Protecting yourself from exposure is very important. It’s crucial that we understand how important your mental state is during a survival is your mental state. It is often found, that the mental attitude of a person during a survival conflict…
How to Survive in the Woods? This video demonstrate how easily someone can survive with all the equipment they needed in an average sized military ruck sack. This trip is not to demonstrate how well you can survive with nothing but your knife! All of SIGMA 3’s instructors are completely capable…
What is the purpose of Yo Yo in Survival Fish Trap for Bug Out Bags? This a video on how to employ light weight yo yo traps for your survival bug out kit. They can easily be setup in many configurations and are extremely lightweight for the amount of food…
Surviving with a homemade survival kit It is important to have a plan and a survival kit in the case of a natural disaster or some type of emergency. Many survivalists put together a bug out bag which includes items to help them survive in the wild in case they…
Do you know the characteristics of a Survivalist? Understanding Survivalism Do you stockpile food? Are you concerned for the future? Do you find yourself constantly preparing for what could happen some day? If you answer yes to those questions, chances are that you are a survivalist. A survivalist, or “prepper” as…
What are the Survival Prepping Gear Ideas? Many of us worry about a disaster or emergency happening, and the best thing that you can do is be prepared. There are all types of situations that can arise, and the more prepared you are, the better your chances for survival. When…
What is the Marine Corps Veteran Everyday Carry Gear? In this video, Marine Corps will show what he carries on him everyday and what’s in his survival backpack. He explain what are the reasons why he carry those survival gears for everyday preparedness. One of his gear is knife because it has so many uses…
What is the process of starting a fire in rain or wet conditions? A video demonstrating the process in starting a camp fire in rain, wet, or damp conditions. It also shows the different types of tinder that can be ignited with a ferrocerium (ferro) rod and striker. The weather cleared up…
What is the warmest Winter Survival Shelter? The video shows the shelter you need to survive in a winter conditions. This is an extremely warm survival shelter that will keep you warm and dry in the worst winter conditions. Fairly easy to make, and they last a long very long…
What will you do to survive in the freezing cold without a tent and fire? The video shows how to survive in a freeze condition by just using the survival blankets. The survival blankets that he’s using are light, breathable, and handle moisture very well. He really prefer simplicity in winter…
How to Build a Survival Shelter for Multiple People In this video Survival Lilly builds an open bug out camp shelter for multiple people. This shelter can be scaled to fit 2 people or even an entire family. The open design is made to be used with a wood…
What are the Survival Gears you need in an emergency? When you’re exploring the great outdoors or are passing through a remote area, it can be easy to become stranded due to harsh weather conditions or an accident that occurs. For many people, it can be difficult to know how…
What are the Ultimate Survival Gear? Without any gear, one is hopeless while stranded out in the wilderness. After all, why start a fire with sticks when one can simply bring a lighter. Those who prepare will be so relieved when their gear comes in handy, which it definitely will. Make…
What are the Wilderness Survival Equipment? Choosing the best equipment to help in wilderness survival can be difficult. It’s important to know the conditions of the environment before selecting your gear. When choosing the proper gear, consider versatility, size and weight, function, and durability. This list will help you build the…
What is the important thing for survivalists? If you were to be left in the wilderness with only one tool, which one would you choose? Most survivalists would select a sharp, sturdy knife. Everyone recognizes the importance of possessing a reliable blade, but the knowledge of how to put it…
What is Wilderness Survival Tactics? The tactics that you use to survive in the wilderness will differ depending on a variety of factors like the time of year and the equipment that you have. No matter what, there are certain basic steps that you will need to follow to survive…
What are the Urban Survival Tactics? In today’s world, surviving a disaster is something that is at the forefront of many people’s minds. There are numerous tv shows, books, video games, and movies that are focused on that very subject. Whether it has to do with zombies, fallout from…
Coping With the Cold Weather Woes There is no escaping cold weather. How do you deal with the frigid temperatures, snow, ice, and wind? What if the power goes out for a long period of time? Here are a few tips and tricks to survive Mother Nature’s cold shoulder. First…
What are the Urban Survival Skills Training Ideas? Urban survival is challenging, but these simple urban survival skills training ideas will help you be more prepared during an emergency. Being prepared for unforeseen events has become a necessity. Political unrest, civil unrest, and environmental changes have made it necessary to…
How to Survive on a Tropical Island without Food or Water? If you ever find yourself stranded on a tropical island it doesn’t matter how you ended up there, and surviving a plane crash or boat being blown off course in a storm might end up being the easy part….
Top Things You Need for Survival in an Emergency Anyone paying attention will realize that the world and the country are in chaos. The slow deterioration of the world’s financial structure puts everyone in jeopardy. The United States is threatening to cut defense spending just when it is needed…
Packing Your Get Home Bag for Urban Survival A key part of emergency preparation that many survivalists miss is a get home bag. The purpose of a get home bag is just what you’d expect, based on the title – it’s there to help you get home safely in an…
Top 10 Natural Disaster Survival Skills Everyone Should Know Various geographical areas are subject to a natural order that is often characterized by a great disarray or loss of properties and most especially; life. In times like this, it is important to have a mindset that is proactive rather than…
You can never be too careful when it comes to protection of yourself and your family. In today’s world, there is a constant threat of terrorist attacks. You never know when or where these attacks could happen. The point is to prepare yourself if it does happen; you can…
What are the top 5 survival items you need to survive in the wilderness? When you lost in the woods it’s important that you have these 5 survival items to stay alive. Now, before I get into the exact items you need, I must start with a word of warning….
Determining direction has been a skill that folks have endeavored to learn for hundreds of years. The compass is probably one of the most commonly used tools and dates back to A.D. 80. Unfortunately for some, using a compass requires a bit of math skills as well, which isn’t always…
Best Fixed Blade Survival Knife Review for 2018. Let’s face it, true survivalists know that the #1 piece of survival gear is a fixed blade knife. That’s why it’s critical that you buy the highest-quality knife you can afford. In this video you can learn more about a few different…
Solar energy is expensive and most families and individuals would not be able to afford it. The panels can cost anywhere from 6,000 dollars up to 20,000 dollars depending on how many kilowatts you need to produce and this does not include the cost of installation. Many start out small…
What is Best Survival Knife for the Money? When you are in the wilderness survival becomes more important than anything else. With a good survival knife you can see to your basic needs such as food, wood for warmth and protection. A well made survival knife is capable of cutting…
Once you have constructed your bow drill set and have gone through the initial fine-tuning steps, it is time to get comfortable with it. As with any new skill, it will take some time to figure out how to make it work best for you. Starting a fire with a…
There is no set in stone way to starting a fire with a bow drill. There are a lot of videos online that show how to start a fire with a bow drill, but there are so many to choose from, you would never know which is best. Any skill…
Primitive skills that our ancestors used to survive, are often viewed as antiquated and rather useless with all of today’s technology and advancements in survival gear. Today, we simply go out and buy sharp tools and knives rather than flint knapping. We start fires with lighters and matches. Animal hides…
If you’ve been following my posts, you’ll notice there is a trend in my green and survival ways. Low cost. There is no way to be able to survive anything if you are buried in a pile of debt. Gardening should not cost that much. The idea is to bring…
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Humans are born to play nine different life roles, a caretaker, an adviser, creator, influencer, equalizer, motivator, weaver, teacher, and pioneer. Merriam Webster defines pioneer as: A person or group that originates or helps open up a new line of thought or activity or a new method or technical development…
There are different sorts of disasters affecting the lives and property of millions. Some are at the risk of tornadoes, earthquakes, and flooding; others experience a high occurrence of violent crimes. The risk of nuclear or bio – chemical disaster cannot be ignored. Surviving after a collapse may appear almost…
“Over the years, Americans in particular have been all too willing to squander their hard-earned independence and freedom for the illusion of feeling safe under someone else’s authority. The concept of self-sufficiency has been undermined in value over a scant few generations. The vast majority of the population seems to…
50 years before, the life of a pioneer was not easy as it seems in today’s life. Today, life as a pioneer is quite easy and comfortable, all thanks to the latest technology, modified communication channels and commuting mediums. One can imagine the drastic change that has been brought by…
Why Outdoor Education is Important For Children A child’s education in their formative years is imperative for real world success in the future. Outdoor education is not only a way to bring excitement into the classroom, but also offers a myriad of benefits that ultimately help shape children into well-grounded…
In this video Dave Canterbury from the Pathfinder Schools demonstrates how to use a slingshot to hunt big game animals. Essentially, Dave uses an arrow fired through a slingshot to take down larger game like deer. The idea is pretty basic, your current slingshot only needs slight modification and it can…
The world is increasingly uncertain and disasters in many different forms can hit you at any moment. Being prepared for these potential disasters can be the best way to increase your survival chances. While disasters can hit in many forms, both man made and natural, this article will focus on…
Christmas is just around the corner and everyones looking for the perfect gift idea. Well, if there’s a survival enthusiast in your family you came to the right place. In this action packed blog i’m going to disclose the top 10 amazing gift ideas for the outdoorsman, woodsman, hunter, target…
In this video Survival Lilly shows off the ultimate super shelter bug out camp. Of all the videos i’ve seen online, this has to be my favorite super shelter design. Now, I’m not saying this would work in all environments, but if rain wasn’t a huge concern then this would…
As a longtime survival enthusiast, I have trained with some of the greatest survival instructors in the United States. Plus, I have watched thousands of YouTube videos and read nearly 100 survival books. One thing I began to notice is some people have a way of teaching that makes them…
In bushcraft lore there is a concept known as the “5 tool rule” which says that you need 5 basic tools for longterm wilderness survival. The 5 tools that are the most important in bushcraft depend on the type of environment you are in. In this video Dave primarily talks…
When setting up an urban get home bag there are many important considerations to keep in mind. Your urban get home bag is far different than a traditional “bug out bag” or a “get home bag.” In fact, if your serious about preparation and survival then you should carefully analyze…
A get home bag is essentially a bag that you carry with you in your car or on your person that provides you with the essential gear you will need to get back to your house safely. One mistake I see a lot of people make is they only have…
Survival cache’s a critical part of a well thought out survival strategy. Survival caches should be placed strategically on your property, on your bug out route, and out your final bug out location. There are many different materials you can use to cache your gear. One of my personal favorite…
One of the most overlooked area of prepping is how to wash your clothing post SHTF. Most people focus on food, shelter, water, medical, and self defense but complete overlook simple things like clothes washing. It’s important to wash you clothes from a hygiene perspective, but also from a psychological…
Are you looking for a cheap and simple way to store food and supplies underground? Most underground shelter systems are expensive and require a professional to come install then. If your looking for a super budget solution you could utilize a septic tank for your underground shelter. Now this will…
During a crisis scenario you may be without food and water for weeks or even months. The average preparedness minded individual has thought through this potential scenario and stockpiled at least several weeks worth of food. Unfortunately, many people make the critical error of not stockpiling reserves for their pets…
Do you want an underground survival shelter but don’t have the money to build one? There are many companies out there selling expensive bunkers that coast $10,000 to up to several million dollars. For most people this is out of their budget and many just give up setting up a…
When the world breaks into chaos it will be up to you to defend yourself. There is no such thing as a one size fits all firearm. Each specific class and type of fire arm has a specific use that it’s designed for. A pistol such as a 9mm Glock…
Trapping is a consistent way to catch small game such as rats, squerills, and other rodents in the wilderness. Traps can initially be time consuming to construct, but once they are built you only have to check them once to twice a day to add fresh bait. Effectively using traps…
Who doesn’t want to build a log cabin out in the woods? Log cabin’s are the perfect choice for rural structures especially in cold environments because they hold heat in very well. Just add a wood stove and you have the perfect off-grid renewable heat source. Plus, nothing beats the…
If your serious about survival skills it’s critical that you learn how to build primitive overnight shelters. Whether you just a casual day hiker or a hardcore survivalist, getting lost overnight in the woods can happen to anyone. It’s critical that you know the basic principles of building a variety…
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