Setting(Splinting?) a Fractured Leg
Would you know how to set a fractured leg in an emergency situation? Here’s one take on how firstaid :http://www.backpacker.com/first-aid-manual-fractured-leg/slideshows/48 Comment #1: Just a heads...
View ArticleWildfire Saftey
What if you are backpacking or camping, and are confronted by a fast-moving wildfire? What should you do? What should you carry? Learn some tips...
View ArticleHow to Camouflage a Tent?
Zed Adobe asks: “What is the best way to camouflage a tent?” Comment #1: Be aware of the infra red signature of your sleeping arrangements, a good surplus army tent is equipped with material to provide...
View ArticleHave You Been Attacked?
Vincent Tesler asks: “Has anybody ever been attacked by other people while backpacking in the wilderness or in the mountains? What did you do?” Comment #1: No but I was ‘verbally assaulted’ by a french...
View ArticleBackpacking in Nevada
MaryJoe Higgins asks: “I am going on my first backpacking trip in October in Nevada. What is the best way for me to prepare for this physically? I’m in reasonable shape, but not great. Any advice?”...
View ArticleHow To: Make a Campfire Oven
How to make a campfire oven from a cardboard box:http://www.angelfire.com/ia3/camping/ovensplus.htm Comment #1: Love this. It works great. I have always used them. Heard tell a turkey was cooked in one...
View ArticleDrinking Water from Salt Water?
Robert Thompson asks: “so I live in florida. so if I make a still to boil saltwater in can I make drinkable water by distilling saltwater or brackish water.” (Our Response) Check out this new...
View ArticleA Purification Method
Here’s one method to purify water in an emergency. Comment #1: Make sure that the water you use doesn’t have any hazardous chemicals in it such as mercury, gasoline, motor oil, dry cleaning fluids,...
View ArticleHow to use a compass
Learning to use a compass is very important! Here’s an overview:http://attherazorsedge.blogspot.com/2010/04/how-to-use-compass.html Comment #1: I consider navigation the most fundamental...
View ArticleCopperhead Venom – Survival Situation
Doug Kropelnicki asks: “Question for any survival guru’s: In the Appalachian Mountains we have a few pit vipers, the most common being the copper head. I have heard that their bite does not contain...
View ArticleHave you ever made your own primitive weapon?
Tell us about it. Top Comments: My pap-paw carved me a slingshot, that’s as close as I’ve come. Still have it. A few bamboo arrows. Practice, practice, practice and learn by doing. Can’t the NSA is...
View ArticleUnexpected Knee Pain on Appalachian Hike
Check out this story of struggle and survival. http://www.wildernesssurvivalstories.com/story.php?storyID=109 The post Unexpected Knee Pain on Appalachian Hike appeared first on Camping Survival.com Blog.
View ArticleDental Floss in a Survival Situation
Besides it’s normal use, in what ways do you think you could use a container of dental floss in a survival situation? Top Comments: It’s sterile, waterproof thread. I could use good dental floss for...
View ArticleThe Three W’s of Layering
Here is another great article from Marty over at the Wilderness Learning Center. Check the link for his group page.www.facebook.com/groups/103063040679/ Top Facebook Comments: Knowledge passed down...
View ArticleProper Field Sanitation
From Marty at the Wilderness Learning Center. The post Proper Field Sanitation appeared first on Camping Survival Blog.
View ArticleLong Term Shelter
What do you think of this long term shelter? http://joeoleary1.blogspot.com/2013/11/building-long-term-shelter-part-2.html Top Facebook Comments: Wherever possible I like the idea of a living grass...
View ArticleTom’s Latest Winter Hike
This is a picture from one of CampingSurvival Founder Tom Sciacca’s winter hikes. Do you know what this is and its uses? Top Facebook Comments: Looks like a milkweed pod, blowgun darts, tinder,...
View ArticleCutting Firewood With A Bow Saw
“Cutting Firewood with a bow saw” another article from Marty at the Wilderness Learning Centerhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/103063040679/ Top Facebook Comments: This is a real man’s bow saw. If...
View ArticleI Would Rather Be Lost in the Woods…
Top Facebook Comments: Sounds like fun. I’d be scared either way! Perfect! Agree!!! Every day of the week. So True. That’s right! The post I Would Rather Be Lost in the Woods… appeared first on...
View ArticleSurvival Blanket Shelter (Getting Out of the Office)
http://youtu.be/yMn9p1R0n8U The post Survival Blanket Shelter (Getting Out of the Office) appeared first on Camping Survival Blog.
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