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Start your survival kit with the Ten Essentials

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You don’t have any wilderness experience, but you want some. So what do you take along to make sure you get back? Start your survival kit with the Ten Essentials

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Five things to look for in a survival/emergency whistle

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An emergency whistle should be part of your survival gear. Here is what you need to look for. by Leon Pantenburg Flashback: The Titanic, 1997, Best Picture, Academy Awards.  The ship has gone down, and Kate Winslet is floating on a door in the freezing water. Leonardo DiCaprio has died of hypothermia and his body sinks to the depths. Kate…

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Biomass backpacking stove review: Check out the SilverFire Scout

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Looking for a way to cut backpack weight? Or a practical stove for an emergency kit? A biomass stove might be what you need, and here is one worth considering.

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Don’t be left in the dark! What you need for lighting during a power blackout

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Don’t be left in the dark during a power outage! Here are some suggestions to keep your home well lighted.

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Review: Rugged, reliable Jim Green Moc toe work boot

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Durable, working person footwear – these are what Jim Green Moc Toe boots are. The full-grain, ankle-high boots are designed to be your go-to work footwear.

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Emergency Communication: How to Stay Connected in the Wild

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It’s no secret to  Survival Common Sense readers – going out into the wild sparks a feeling of freedom like no other. Spectacular peaks, pristine forests, and endless vistas make you rethink all the usual distractions of city life. But every outdoor enthusiast knows this freedom and isolation comes with a risk. When you are out of reach of regular communication tools, even the most minor missteps can compound to create an unfortunate survival situation.

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What is the best hunting boot for fast-movers? Review | Irish Setter VaprTrek 3941

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Finding your best hunting boot depends on a lot of unique factors, such as physical condition, terrain, the game being hunted, and how much walking is anticipated. Over the years, I figured out what were the best hunting boots for me, and these VaprTreks are checking all the boxes so far.

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Review: We check out the ITEHIL filter system for fast safe drinking water

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Staying hydrated is not an option. This water filter can purify “rain runoff, springs, lakes, ponds, rivers, swimming pools, swamp water, soda, coffee, sweat, and even urine!”

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Hults Bruk American felling axe, best felling axe, axes

Review | The Hults Bruk American Felling Axe should be part of your preparedness gear

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If you only had one tool to use for clearing land, building a cabin and possibly self defense, chances are you’d pick an axe. Take a look at this axe for inclusion in your emergency gear. A quality ax may be worth its weight in gold.

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Update: Is the Beretta Long Sleeve Shooting Shirt the best choice for hot weather?

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Update: The Beretta Long Sleeve Shooting Shirt is my first choice for hot weather wear.

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