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Leon Pantenburg’s Survival Blog and Travel Log, covering tips and techniques for surviving a wilderness emergency or urban disaster.

Review: Best all-around axe? We check out the Hults Bruk Dvardala

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An axe could be part of your long-term preparedness gear. But what is the best size? This Hults Bruk Dvardala may hit that sweet spot for you.

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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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A disaster happened: Choose the best bricks to make your emergency rocket stove to boil water

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All bricks are not created equal, and given a choice, here are some the best materials for building your rocket stove.

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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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Three emergencies where a tactical pen can be really useful

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How often have we heard that hackneyed, mossy old cliche, “The pen is mightier than the sword?” Unexpected emergencies happen all the time and you may need a tactical pen.

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Emergency Medical Kits for Your Go-Bag | Jase Medical

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Having a quality medical kit and backup medications is just common sense.

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Eight Essential Survival Tips for Long‑Haul Truck Drivers

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Long‑distance trucking demands stamina, focus, and smart self‑care. Hours of highway monotony, tight delivery windows, and time away from family can wear down even seasoned professionals. By adopting a handful of practical habits, you can protect your health, sharpen alertness, and keep your rig—and career—rolling smoothly.

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Family heirloom WWII German rifle now in museum display

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After some 80 years in family gunsafes, this World War Two German K98 rifle now resides in a WWII display in the Old Court House Museum in Vicksburg, Mississippi.

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Three tasty – and easy – recipes for hunting camp cooking

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Try these recipes for excellent, tasty hunting camp cuisine.

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10 useful – but cheap – survival gift items for the holiday season

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Christmas doesn’t have to break the bank. You’ve heard this here before: Good equipment doesn’t have to be expensive – it just has to work.

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