Practical knowledge for wilderness self-reliance.
Master the bow drill, hand drill, flint & steel, fire plow, and fire saw techniques.
8 min read
Learn to read terrain, follow wildlife, builds solar stills, and purify water.
10 min read
Build a debris hut in 30 minutes with no tools. Your guide to staying warm.
7 min read
The Rule of Threes and how to combat the deadly effects of panic in emergencies.
6 min read
From the Bowline to the Trucker's Hitch, secure your gear and build better shelters.
7 min read
An in-depth look at boiling, chemical treatments, and mechanical filtration pros and cons.
8 min read
Read nature's signs, identify animal prints, and learn to see what others miss.
9 min read
Don't just carry band-aids. Build a kit for trauma, serious wounds, and infection.
10 min read
When technology fails, use mirrors, fires, and ground signals to get found.
7 min read
Identify the "Foolproof Four" and avoid deadly mistakes in the fungal kingdom.
11 min read
Master base, mid, and shell layers to prevent hypothermia in freezing conditions.
8 min read
Locate hidden water sources in arid landscapes using vegetation and terrain cues.
8 min read
Twist strong rope from plant fibers using the reverse wrap technique.
7 min read
Fixed blade vs. folder? Carbon vs. stainless? What you actually need in a blade.
8 min read
Overcome the "ick" factor. Crickets, ants, and grubs are high-protein survival food.
6 min read
Find North using the stars without a compass. Essential for night travel.
8 min read
Avoid widowmakers, cold sinks, and wildlife trails with the 5 W's of campsite selection.
7 min read
Learn the Figure-4 and snare techniques for true emergency food procurement.
9 min read