30 Days Living as a Castaway Kit
In a few days I am off to live like a castaway on an uninhabited island … for 30 days. It is said that most survival situations come to a conclusion in about 72 hours. That is an average, a … Continued
The Shoe Story Repeating Itself?
You might have heard about this company that sent two people to explore a new territory for their range of footwear. After spending time researching the area, they both came back with their reports. The first said, “There is no … Continued
The Widow Makers
Whether you are in a survival situation or just having a good time out there in the wilderness, you have to be aware of what are called the Widow Makers.The term might be looked at as being sexist, since people … Continued
Survival Essentials
When faced with a survival situation you need to be aware of and deal with eight survival essentials. These are almost in a decreasing order of priority, but each of these is essential for survival in the wilderness. 1. A … Continued
Six Inches Between the Ears
The most important survival essential rests in the space that lies about six inches between your ears, residing in a mass that is less than a kilo and a half. It is your attitude and it is the most crucial … Continued
Learn to swim BEFORE the boat starts to sink
Most of humanity comprises people who are incorrigible optimists.And that is a wonderful quality. We believe ardently in the concept of a better tomorrow, a better life, a bigger car, a house in the country with picket fences and a … Continued
Is Bugging-Out Over-rated?
When one browses the internet for survival training and preparation, or indeed browses the innumerable books on the subject, a majority of them talk about the impending doomsday. The day, not too far in the future, when a meteor or … Continued
The Day Pack
Be aware that whenever you head into the great outdoors, there is a possibility of you getting into a survival situation. Getting lost is easy and so is getting injured.Be prepared to survive for at least three nights in the … Continued
The 7 Ps of Survival
It is said that experience is a lot lighter than a backpack full of books. The more you carry in your head, the less you will need to carry on your back. If you fail to plan, you are actually … Continued