How to Read a Compass
Navigation by way of compass may seem daunting at first to a beginner, but this trepidation shouldn’t stand in the way of learning to use one. In fact, once you learn… Read more »
Act Now to Ensure You Have Food Security for your Family
In our recent contest, I asked a question of the people who entered and it was, “What aspect of prepping would you like to learn more about?” The answers were all… Read more »
9 “Crazy Simple” Tips To Build Your Emergency Food Supply
These days, it seems as though everyone has something to say about emergency food and emergency food storage. You will find advice telling you not only what to buy, but… Read more »
Survival Foods: Plants – cattail, conifers, grasses and acorns
Ever wondered what kinds of survival foods you could eat if you were caught in a survival situation? When I first came to Washington state all I could see was… Read more »
DIY: Antiseptic Ointment
For treating minor cuts, scrapes, abrasions and whatnot, most people will reach for the Neosporin or some other antiseptic ointments. These are great items to keep in your first aid… Read more »
Make Rope from Plants – Natural Cordage Making
You can make rope or natural cordage (rope and string) from many different fibers including (Bast) Dogbane, Milkweed, Nettles, Hemp, Flax; (Leaves) Cattail, Yucca, Agave, Douglas Iris; (Bark) Willow, Maple,… Read more »
Spear Fishing for Survival
WHY A FISH SPEAR? Grrrrroonk, grrrroooonk is a sound I hear quite frequently near lakes and ponds where I live in Western Washington. It is the telltale sound of a… Read more »
Survival Hunting Tips
To endure the extreme conditions of a survival situation, animal fats and proteins must be eaten regularly, and survival hunting is an essential skill. Such situations are a drain on… Read more »