I’ve been prepping most of my life, and to this day I’m constantly revising and improving my plans. Lately, I have rediscovered an interest in natural fiber clothing for outdoor activities and bushcraft. I didn’t originate this idea; in my dealings with hunters, hill people, technical climbers, dog-sledders, and so on, I’ve seen a trend …
Have you ever tried sawing a log with a screwdriver? You need the right tool for the job, and this goes for knots as well. The Pipe Hitch and the Pile Hitch are multipurpose knots you’ll use in nearly every outdoor sporting activity. Great Knot Books Here are three of my favorite books about knots: …
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Tying out a hammock tarp can be a pain unless you know the right techniques. This article explains the knots you can use to make your tieouts easily adjustable. Watch the video which demonstrates the proper method for tying out your guy lines: Tie out your hammock tarp with adjustable knots Your hammock tarp comes …
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You’ve all heard of hardtack. It’s a great survival food, because it is very nutritious and tasty, and also keeps extremely well when stored in the proper conditions. We’ll show you how to make hardtack using a simple recipe, and show how to cook it to make a delicious survival food. Hardtack is an ideal …
If you want the best compact everyday carry bag you can find, you want the Maxpedition Fatboy Versipack. It’s the one I’ve used for over a year now. It holds a medium frame semi-auto (such as the Glock 23 or Sig P229) in the nifty, quick CCW compartment. The Velcro holster is available separately. In the main …
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