Imagine yourself stranded in the middle of a scorching desert, with no access to freshwater for miles. In this challenging situation, the importance of water becomes abundantly clear. Water is not just essential for survival; it is the key to survival itself. This article explores the significance of water in…
Weather
The Essential Guide to Dressing Properly for Winter Conditions
When it comes to winter conditions, dressing properly is not just a matter of fashion – it is crucial for your comfort, health, and safety. In this essential guide, you will learn the importance of dressing appropriately for the cold weather and how to do so effectively. From layering techniques…
Survival Tips
Exploring the Wilderness: Essential Water Procurement Techniques
Are you an adventurer or nature enthusiast ready to explore the wilderness? If so, one essential skill you need to master is how to procure water in the great outdoors. Knowing the right techniques to find and collect water in the wilderness can be a lifesaver, ensuring your hydration and…
Survival Food
The Art of Wild Foraging
Discover the captivating world of wild foraging in “The Art of Wild Foraging.” This article explores the benefits, techniques, and ethics of foraging, as well as provides a guide to seasonal foraging, common foraged foods, and tips for preparing and cooking your finds. Embark on a magical adventure and connect…
Survival Tips
Survival Psychology
In survival psychology a strong positive attitude is an essential tool. Your most powerful tool for survival is a positive mindset. The thread that connects all writings on survival psychology is the importance of one’s frame of mind. The habit of positive, proactive thinking is the most important tool you…
Survival Tips
Surviving Biological Hazards
Many survivalists stock up on ammo and guns to protect themselves from imaginary pillagers and roving gangs as seen in the movie “Mad Max”. In reality your biggest threat will likely be biological hazards, microscopic in size. Pathogens are your main enemy in a survival situation. You don’t need to bust…
Survival Tips
Surviving in an Unfamiliar Environment – Mastering Essential Wilderness Survival Skills
Wilderness survival is an essential skill that can help save lives. In an unfamiliar environment, the ability to recognize potential hazards and take precautions is paramount. It is not only important to know the basics of wilderness survival, but also to be prepared for the unexpected. The following article will…
Natural Remedies
Natural Tick Repellant Recipe
I’ve been looking for a good natural tick repellant recipe for a while now and it looks like I’ve found a good one. Although the majority of ticks that one can encounter in the woods don’t carry lyme disease it’s still important to take some precautionary measures. You want to…
Weather
Is New York Ready For This Year’s Hurricane Season?
Is New York ready for this year’s hurricane season? The short answer is no. New York City is surrounded by large land masses on three sides as well as Staten Island to the south. On the west we have New Jersey (which is connected to North America, unfortunately ;))(actually I’m…
Emergency First Aid
Blisters
A blister will first appear as a red spot and will be hot to the touch. According to Cody Lundin in, “When All Hell Breaks Loose” this is the best and easiest time to deal with blisters. Lundin writes, “Stop, take off your shoes, dry out your socks if possible,…
Wildlife
Is The Snakehead Fish An Ecological Scourge?
Is the Snakehead fish (“Frankenfish”) an ecological scourge for North American native species of fish? The ecological impact of the Snakehead (“Channa Argus”) on native species seems to not have had such a huge impact up to this point according to biologist John Odenkirk. The reason for their bad reputation…
Survival Food
Insect Based Protein Bars
It’s well-known that many cultures all over the globe have supplemented their diets with various insects. Entomophagy, the practice of eating insects, is currently practiced in Africa, China, Cambodia, Mexico, Columbia, South America, and many other countries. Crickets are a mainstay but grasshoppers, cicadas, certain species of caterpillar, scorpion, and…