How to: Find pitchwood, a natural, effective firestarter

If you are in an area with pine trees, you can probably find pitchwood, one of the most effective waterproof firestarters ever.

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Review: The “just right” Bark River Ultralite Field Knife – CPM 3V

There is a lot to be said for a knife that is just enough, or just right. The Ultralite Field Knife may be just enough for what you need.

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Survival recipe video: How to cook trout in foil over a campfire

Does your area have stocked fishing ponds for kids? Here is a great fishing and cooking method to “hook” the youngsters!.

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10 reasons why your kids should get involved in bushcrafting

 Bushcrafting can be a defining activity in someone’s life and more and more people are starting to realize that. Get your kids (and older adults) involved now!

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Review: Kuru Atom – Best hot weather running shoes?

Runners need good shoes and these Kuru Atom may be what you’re looking for. They are among the best running shoes I’ve ever worn, and I have gone through dozens of pairs.

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10 survival items for beginning apartment preppers

Suppose you live in an apartment with limited storage space – what are some of the first things needed to start being prepared?

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Video: Try this easy way to make effective survival firestarter

One of the cheapest – and most effective – firestarters is cotton balls infused with petroleum jelly. Here is how to avoid the mess.

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Review: L.T. Wright Large Pouter

The L.T. Wright Large Pouter is a well-designed knife for hard work. There is nothing about this knife I don’t like.

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Best .22 rifle for hunting or survival? Take a look at the Ruger 10/22

Everybody needs a .22 rifle in their survival firearms battery. Some 50 years ago I bought a Ruger 10/22, and I still think it is the best choice for a .22 rifle. Here is why.

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Recipe: How to make frontloader washing machine laundry soap

I’m not buying laundry soap again. This recipe is easy and cheap, and helps eliminate those huge plastic detergent bottles. The ingredients are available at any grocery store.

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