Review: Cyansky K3 V2 Tactical Flashlight

A solid, dependable flashlight and/or headlamp should be a standard item in your survival/preparedness gear. This Cyansky K3 V2.0 flashlight supplies spotlight performance in a light, compact package.

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Best hunting knife? Fox River EXT-1 improved review

Users helped design what may be one of the best knives on the market for big game hunting. The Bark River improved EXT-1 checks all the boxes for me.

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How to stake down a tent securely in deep snow

How do you keep your tent from blowing down in heavy winds, when you’re on top of deep snow or in deep, loose sand? This simple technique works really, really well.

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Review: Kuru Quest boots fill fashion and work needs

An over-looked category of footwear is work boots. But that type and style of  footwear could be just what you need, and these may be the boots for you.

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Five things to know about hunting and eating snakes

One way to deal with invasive species is to make them profitable to harvest. If a market for python meat and hides develops, it could help solve the Florida Everglades snake problem. Eat snake meat? Nigel Robert, founder of morereptiles.com tells what you need to know.

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12 tips for finding a safe campsite

Setting up for the night, or making an emergency camp in the wilderness? Here are some things to think about before you camp anywhere.

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How to cook Dutch oven rabbit and gravy

Whether you hunt small game, or raise rabbits for food, knowing how to cook the meat of these animals could be a very important survival skill. by Leon Pantenburg The U.S. Department of Agriculture circular #549 calls rabbit: “The most nutritious meat available.” Rabbit has 795 calories per pound, according…

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Eco-Adventure Mississippi River / Wilderness Survival Training Tours

Survival Common Sense co-hosts eco-river tour adventures with Quapaw Outfitters. It’s part vacation, part wilderness survival training, and part everything you ever wanted in a grand adventure.  With Big River Wild Adventures, you’ll learn basic survival skills while canoeing on America’s largest river, on big water through big wilderness country,…

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Review: Danner South Rim 600 Bronze – perfect mix of comfort and foot support?

 If you want lightweight footwear for day hikes or moderate use, these Danners might be just what you have been looking for. These Danner South Rim 600s feel like you’re wearing sturdy, high top tennis shoes.

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Foil wrap campfire cooking | Make easy, tasty meals for outdoor energy

What happens if you end up with a campfire, some food, and a piece of aluminum foil – can you combine those to make a tasty meal?

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