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Backpacking Tips

What to do When You’re Hiking in a Thunderstorm

Back in 2009 I was privileged enough to be a part of my Boy Scout troop’s first trip to Philmont…

Three Poisonous Plants to Avoid When Camping in North America

Depending on where you live, you may or may not have encountered a poisonous plant or two in the wild.…

Bears and Food Storage Safety When Camping or Backpacking

If you’re going to be spending time outdoors in bear country, there are a few things you can do to…

How to Choose a Backpacking Sleeping Pad

In this video by Sierra Trading Post, John gives a great review of the general different types of sleeping pads…

Tips for Backpacking in the Rain

Bring the Right, Rain-Proof Gear If there’s any chance of rain, you’ll want to be properly equipped and you’ll be…

How to Treat a Foot Blister

Outside of getting lost, there aren’t too many mundane things that can impact your hike as negatively as getting a…

How to Bandage a Wound in the Wild

Depending on where you’re hiking or camping, you may be miles from the nearest road, and even further from modern…

Best Way to Remove a Tick

If you’ve never had a tick, you’re lucky they absolutely suck, literally and figuratively. For those of us that have…

Bushcraft Fishing – How to Make a Fishing Pole and Reel

This video shows a great method bushcraft fishing using mostly natural materials from the wilderness. The materials you need are: Small…

Bushcraft Tarp Shelter – How to Make a Tarp Shelther

Bushcraft Tarp Shelter Configurations Using No Cordage While survival Lilly uses the Tatonka Tarp 2, you can use any inexpensive tarp you…

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