Using a Shadow Board Compass (Viking Sun Compass)
A shadow board is a non-magnetic compass that uses the sun as it’s principal way to determine direction. This discovery is believed to have originated with the Vikings of the […]
Knowledge
The Prepper’s Library Series: Medical Books for the Prepared
If the SHFT tomorrow, would you have all of the skills necessary to survive long term? I seriously doubt anyone does, but a well-curated reference library could be the difference […]
Should You Baton Your Knife? (Pros & Cons)
Yes, No, and Maybe – Batoning, if you don’t know, is the technique of driving a blade through wood by repeatedly striking the back of the tool with a wooden […]
Night Navigation Without a Compass (Northern Hemisphere)
Have you ever wondered how you might navigate at night without a compass? Or perhaps the compass you have is damaged or can’t be seen in low light conditions. I […]
Wild Edible and Medicinal Plant Harvest Calendar for Ohio
In an effort to expand the knowledge of wild plants for edible and medicinal uses, I will be recording when I find useful plant parts in season here in NE […]
ALONE: The Best 10 Item Kit?
Alone season 5 (Mongolia) premieres June 14th, 2018. So naturally, it got me thinking about the 10 individual items I would take on Alone. I’ve had many discussions with like-minded […]
ALONE: Survival Gear List and Prohibited Items
Here is the list of items each Alone contestant is given, the master list from which they can choose their 10 individual items and the list of prohibited gear items. […]
The Best Survival/Prepper TV Shows
If you’re like me, it’s not too often you find a television show worth devoting your time to. Survival type shows are about the only TV I enjoy enough to […]
The Best Survival/Prepper Movies
Looking for an extensive list of survival and apocalyptic movies? Then look no further. I’m outlining the movies I’ve enjoyed below. Whether it’s from the dawn of film or much more […]
A Pathfinder Gathering Gear Guide
I’d like to provide some insight for those wondering what they should consider bringing to a Pathfinder Gathering. There’s no set list of required gear but you’ll want to bring the 10 […]
The Weapons of Wilderness Survival: Mindset, Know-how and Kit
Prologue ~ Have you ever been lost in the wilderness? (or thought you were?) It’s an unmistakable feeling – often of fear, helplessness, and regret. Being lost can cause a […]