Category: Wilderness survival

The Disadvantage of Solely Relying on Gun Sights

The Disadvantage of Solely Relying on Gun Sights Many new shooters rely heavily on using their sights to aim at stationary targets.  Many experienced shooters use their ability to accurately hit stationary targets as a measure of their skill.  While using sights and shooting at a fixed target is an integral part of gun training, …

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Tips for Choosing the Right Sleeping Pads

Tips for Choosing the Right Sleeping Pads Sleeping pads are an integral component to any survival gear for a couple of reasons. First, they provide cushioning that promotes a more comfortable and restful sleep out in the field. Second, they can be used to enhance thermal comfort by either insulating the body from the cold …

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Vital Info to Understanding the Process of Rehydration

Vital Info to Understanding the Process of Rehydration Replacing fluids in the body that have been lost takes time.  There are also many different opinions out there as to the best and most efficient way to rehydrate.  In all reality, any water that goes down the hatch will rehydrate the body sooner or later.  However, there …

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What is Vermiculture and Why is it Important?

What is Vermiculture and Why is it Important? Vermiculture is the process of raising and using worms to enhance the productivity of your garden and speed up the composting process.  Growing and harvesting worms is very easy, doesn’t require much time or attention and can produce huge benefits.  Let’s take a look at the basics …

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How to Make an Improvised Glue Stick from Tree Sap

How to Make an Improvised Glue Stick from Tree Sap If you have a glue gun, but ran out of glue sticks, you can get use the sap from a nearby conifer tree as an excellent alternative.  This is an ideal solution for projects that require some adhesion without the need for the degree of  …

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When SHTF Make a Rudimentary Mug From a Plastic Bottle

When SHTF Make a Rudimentary Mug From a Plastic Bottle Did you know that you can easily turn an empty plastic soda, water or milk container into a rudimentary mug?  It can be an excellent trick to know in the field, and you only need some basic supplies and creativity to get the job done.  The …

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Top 5 Mistakes Made When Rendering First Aid

Top 5 Mistakes Made When Rendering First Aid One of the fundamental principles of medicine is to do no harm to the patient.  This is also one of the biggest responsibilities that we amateurs face when rendering aid to someone who is sick or injured.  It is important to avoid making common mistakes that can …

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How to Make a Drinking Water Dispenser for Your Backpack!

How to Make a Drinking Water Dispenser for Your Backpack! Access to water is a perpetual concern while hiking, and finding a place to hold water can be an annoyance.  You can eliminate the need to carry bottles in your backpack or hand by creating a self-contained dispensing system from a few basic items.  This …

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How to Make Compost Tea for the Garden

How to Make Compost Tea for the Garden Compost tea is an excellent way to provide plants with nutrients in order to minimize disease and maximize their growth rates.  It can also be useful in controlling certain pests.  It is very easy to make, can be applied wherever you are growing plants or herbs, and …

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Make a Honey and Onion Remedy for Chest Colds

Make a Honey and Onion Remedy for Chest Colds Honey and onions contain substances that are excellent for soothing and opening up airways.  You can use them as a basis for creating a safe, natural and inexpensive home remedy for treating common chest colds and other respiratory ailments.  Take a look at this DIY video …

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