Survival Common Sense Blog | Emergency Preparedness
Survival Common Sense Blog | Emergency Preparedness
Survival techniques to enjoy hunting and fishing with emergency preparedness, survival kits, survival gear, food and cooking, dutch oven recipes and how to cook wild game.
Got tags for that first western big game hunting trip? Start preparing now! Like right now!
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…even the lousy weather can’t change the beauty of this mountain range. It’s all worth it, when I come over a ridge and can look at all the trees and mountains. The mountains are so beautiful in the mornings, I usually get up early just to watch the sunrise. The air is usually pine-scented. Walking through the forest is like walking through a cathedral. Underfoot, there is a thick carpet of pine needles, which muffles my foot steps. I have walked right up on several herds of deer, just because I was so quiet. I’m really glad to be out here.
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An electric cooler may prove invaluable during a disaster when the power is out and you need to keep medications cool. This Bodega cooler may be a viable addition to your survival gear.
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Anyone who claims he or she has never been skunked fishing is either a liar, or has never been fishing. This app may help reduce the chances of going home empty-handed.
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The Bravo-6 Generation 2 is the latest in Bark River’s wildly popular Bravo line. Is it the big knife you’ve been looking for?
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Planning a hunting trip? There’s nothing quite like the excitement of heading out into the wild — but forgetting the right gear can quickly turn your dream adventure into a total misfire.
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A 30.06 is never a mistake or a bad choice for a deer hunting rifle. In some cases, the ’06 may be the best choice.
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One of the most useful, and effective fishing lures is the common spoon. Here’s how to make a good one, for pennies, from recycled materials.
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Hunt deer for a while, and you develop strong opinions about the best rifle, bow or blackpowder firearm. I’ve been using this Remington 700 for 40 years, and here is why it is the best deer rifle for me.
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Once you qualify for AARP membership or Social Security, should you quit or at least cut back on hiking or backpacking? Nope! With some common sense planning and updated gear, you can continue hiking well into your “golden years.”
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