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Winter storms: What to do when the power goes off and it’s icy cold outside
February 6, 2026
The power goes out and you're sheltering inside the house. Outside, the temperature plummets, the wind picks up and it…
What survival knife do you carry every day?
January 3, 2026
Question from Reader: "You've written abut the best survival knife, the best EDC knife, the best hunting knife, fillet, pocket…
Pimp your Bic for survival use | video
December 29, 2025
There is no single method or technique for survival fire starting that works 100 percent of the time. That said,…
Survival fire making videos: What ignition system should you carry?
December 29, 2025
Your ability to start a fire can save your life! The inability can cost it! Here are some common methods,…
Go squirrel hunting to learn wilderness survival skills
December 29, 2025
How do you learn the basic survival skills of marksmanship, stalking, concealment and skinning and processing game animals? Take up…
10 ways to use a bandana as an urban/wilderness survival tool
November 27, 2025
I carry a bandana, or handkerchief, everywhere. Here's why you should, too.
Best survival firemaking method | Use cotton balls, Vaseline and ferro rod
November 27, 2025
Here is my go-to fire making method for survival situations and how to use it. My number one choice is…
Gaiters | Five tips to choose the best pair for any conditions
October 14, 2025
Low cut, ankle-high or ten-to-18-inch boots? Before you invest in some expensive footwear, give some thought to investing in gaiters.
How to force a patina on carbon steel blade
October 14, 2025
Make a carbon steel blade look antique with this simple method of forcing a patina with vinegar.
10 tips/secrets to improve your Dutch oven cooking
September 2, 2025
New to Dutch oven cooking? Or just want to get better at it? These tips will help.
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