Outsmarting the Encroaching World
The entire Bear Grylls collection was designed to be put to work out in the wild and the Folding Sheath Knife seems to be a staple for that. Comfortable to hold, easy to carry and the right blade size and style for an all-around outdoor knife, you’ll be happy with your choice.
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Looking back to the Rule of Three, finding water is either the first or second thing to do in most survival situations. But if you’re alone in the great outdoors, how do you know where to find drinkable water? Answer: Look to the experts… follow the animals!
Here are 3 signs that you can read from animals to find fresh water:
Animal tracks normally lead in one of two directions: toward food/water or toward the animal’s home. Follow the tracks for long enough and you’re quite likely to run into a watering hole.
Flight paths are clues in the sky just like animal tracks in the dirt. Look up instead of down especially in the mornings and evenings to see where flocks of birds are headed. Although this may point you to a water source a little further away, it’s another highly-likely way to find a drink.
Insect swarms are also a good sign that you’re close to water. While some insects live in very dry environments, many more live near water. So those annoying gnats may be good news when you’re thirsty.
Make sure you do all you can to filter your new-found water, and enjoy!
A natural repellent of aphids and beetles, Marigolds are a great companion for your garden. But they are also an emergency food source! Marigolds can be eaten raw, boiled or added to soup. The stems and leaves work as a salad base and the flowers themselves are a rich antioxidant and anti-inflammatory.
In most survival situations, knowing your own limits proves to be a huge advantage. The same is true when starting a garden. So let’s focus on the simplest and most effective vegetables to get what you’re looking for…
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The last thing most people would want to eat, all species of Earthworms are in fact edible. They are extremely high in protein on a per pound basis, good sources of Iron and Calcium and rumor has it, they taste a little like bacon when cooked.
Most people picture home gardens as a grid of pine boxes filling a big open space in a backyard. But in reality, nearly two-thirds of the US population live in urban areas and some have figured out alternatives ways to grow food. Prepping for disaster or lowering your grocery bill, home gardens are an excellent way to increase self sufficiency. So let’s get started…
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The Wingman is the perfect essential multi-tool that lives up to the Leatherman reputation. It has all of the basics covered without redundancy or unnecessary functions making for a comfortable size to use and carry. It’s exactly what you need and nothing more.
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A large fixed blade drop-point, the Schrade SCHF27 is sure to draw attention. With a 6.6″ straight blade and a saw-tooth spine, the pure intent of this beast is to keep you alive when you’re off the beaten path. Complete with a multi-tool secure inside the rubber handle, it truly has everything you need for wherever you are.
Continue ReadingThe world of knives is not so different from that of other hand-tools: There’s a specific one for every job. Listed here are some of the most common knife blade types and helpful notes on when each one will be most useful.
One of the most common blade types out there, the clip-point has a section along the spine that looks like it has been clipped off. This results in a finer point that gives you higher accuracy when precision cutting. Less metal at the tip of the blade reduces drag and makes for quicker piercing and slicing.
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Everyone knows that the first thing you do with an open wound is clean it and disinfect it. But out adventuring or in emergency situations, you may not have access to your normal Neosporin or other antiseptic. Here are a few unconventional ways to achieve a similar result in a dire situation.
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