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Jim Green boots help preserve your feet and endangered African animals

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This South African boot was designed by wildlife Rangers for combat with poachers of endangered African animals. The boots might work well for you.

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Hatchet or saw: Choose the best portable survival kit woodcutting tool

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Should you carry a hatchet or a saw? It depends. When choosing any tool for wilderness or urban survival, anticipate where you might be when you may need the tool, and what tasks it will need to perform.

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wool mittens, wool, wool clothing

Know which fabrics make the best winter survival clothing

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Different fabrics have radically different properties. Choosing the wrong type, or mixing clothing of different materials, can be disastrous!

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10 Christmas gifts for the well-prepared (and hard to buy for) person on your list

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So what do you buy for that survivalist/prepper/outdoorsperson on your Christmas list who (apparently) has everything and (allegedly) doesn’t need anything. Here are some suggestions, from items I have field tested n the past year.

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Do you need waterproof hiking boots? Are these the best choice for overall wear?

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A major decision and choice when buying hiking boots or shoes is whether to get the waterproof versions or not. You might be surprised why this is important, and which version will be the best for you.

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cut resistant glove, knife safety, knife handling

Add cut resistant gloves to your hunting/fishing gear

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Practicing safe knife handling is the best way to avoid cutting yourself. The second best may be to wear a cut resistant glove. Here is how to choose them.

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Stay hydrated! Use this simple system to assure you always have water with you

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Staying hydrated is not an option. Anywhere, any time, you must drink or die. Dehydration can hit you any time you don’t have access to safe, pure drinking water.

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Nine tips for fitting your hiking boots for long term comfort

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Hiking boot comfort starts the right-sized boots for you. Here are some tips for fitting your hiking footwear.

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It's amazing how many people like this photo of my hunting boots!

Gore-Tex® boot liners and how I use them

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The boot has to match the chore, and that depends on the climate, terrain, and activity.  When you’re in a situation where you rely on your feet for survival – protect them at all costs.  Moisture barrier liners? Maybe.

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Don’t forget! Download this printable hiking checklist

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You want to carry everything you need on your hike. But you don’t want to take anything that is unnecessary. 

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