Video Review: Sportsman Pocket Chain Saw – Powerhouse wood cutter in compact package

The pocket chain saw is basically a 36-in chainsaw blade, with handles on each end. As a survival wood cutter, it could be very valuable.

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Soapmaking 101 for a survival situation

In a real survival scenario there won’t be any grocery stores to go buy soap or supplies. Learning to make soap is a very good skill to learn…before you actually need to use it!

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How to avoid sore feet | Ten tips for comfortable hiking

Take care of your feet, and they will take care of you. That overused, mossy old cliche’ is in every survival manual, and that’s because it is true. If you can’t walk because of sore feet, your safety is compromised, and all sorts of problems will develop.

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Should you include fishing gear in a pocket survival kit?

Many commercial personal survival kits include hooks, sinkers and fishing line. I don’t see much value in fishing equipment as part of an emergency survival tool. Here’s why.

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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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