The deserts of the United States are incredibly diverse in their flora. If you look at a map of the U.S., you’ll see that some major areas are desert. The Great...
You’re at the ocean. There is water. There is water everywhere but not a drop to drink. Or is there? Are there any ways to get potable water when you’re stuck s...
You’re visiting the beach, walking in the sand, taking in the salty air as the wind beats the waves. And as the undulating waves lap at your feet, you notice th...
MAKING A FIRE WITH AN ALUMINUM CAN
Fire-making is one of the most basic survival skills. Once you realize the importance of fire, you make sure you carry devic...
There are a wide variety of compasses, from inexpensive “button” ones to very expensive models.
Stepping off the trail and heading up a canyon for a mile ...
What happens if you forget your equipment or you find yourself in a situation where you have been separated from your pack and you’ve still got gear to carry? Y...
We never seem to learn. I suppose that’s how we come up with expressions like “we are our own worst enemy,” or the comic strip character Pogo’s famous line, “we...
It’s been three days and food is becoming an important concern. Surrounding you are many animals, most of which are too small and quick to be easily caught. You...
HOW TO TREAT A SORE THROAT AND COUGHING
It seems sore throats and coughs have afflicted people forever, whether from proximate causes like pollen, dust and...
DELICIOUS CATTAILS ARE FOUND THROUGHOUT THE WORLD
Everyone knows cattail, even people who say they know nothing about botany or wild foods. Why? Because mature...
