What’s the Difference Between Hollow Point and Other Ammunition Not a lot of people understand the importance of using the right ammunition under different scenarios. Some bullets are ideal for target practice whereas others are designed to cause as much devastation as possible. The two most discussed types of ammunition are hollow point and rounded …
Are You Physically Prepared for Survival? Physical fitness is one of the most important things that you can do to get your body ready for the challenges of a survival situation. Getting into an exercise routine will also help you to rest better, think more clearly and have more control over your emotions. Contrary to …
How to Make Your Own Potting Soil One of the most important, yet least discussed, aspects of self-sufficiency is producing good soil for farming. Unfortunately, a lot of soil is not productive enough to grow hearty and healthy crops, which is one of the main reasons that we use chemical fertilizers. However, you can make …
Back to Basics: Hit the Ground Running in Wilderness Survival Situations With all of the tips, tricks and tools available, it’s really easy to complicate the simple when it comes to getting established in the wilderness. It’s important to remember to focus on the three basic aspects of wilderness survival before spending too much time …
While there are a lot of ways to create a portable grill, not all of them are really that practical. Some are too small to cook decent amounts of food while others are too bulky or heavy to transport easily. However, there is one trick that may be useful in the field, and it can …
How to Make a Trip Wire Alarm From a Clothespin Trip wire alarms are an excellent first-line of defense against intrusions along a perimeter. The trick is to make one that will be loud enough for you and the intruder to hear. The following design is an excellent example of how you can use ordinary …
How to Build a Bushcraft Bucksaw!! “The 15 minute Saw” Say you have a nice saw blade but no handle. You can make a really simple but effective bucksaw with some sticks and basic materials. Follow the steps below to get a sense of how to put it together, and feel free to modify this …
Consider Joining a Para-military Survival or Boot Camp Reading about survival skills and what to do in various circumstances is one thing, but experiencing them first hand is another matter entirely. Signing up for a crash-course in survival is not a bad idea if you have the time, but there are few things that you …
Fishing for Northern Pike in the Spring Northern pike are exceptionally easy to catch in the springtime, especially for those who fish from the shore. However, pike are also easily frightened and rather particular when it comes to whether or not to bite on a hook. Let’s take a look at some things to consider …
When SHTF: How to Repair the Inner Lining of Shoes Most people throw away shoes after the inner lining starts to fade or tear. However, there is a simple process that you can follow in order to make repairs and keep otherwise good shoes around for a little bit longer. Considering that we may not …
