Survival Techniques: Fire From Water and More

In this episode of Survival Techniques, Master Herbalist and Wilderness living person, Jeff Mason shows how to make an emergency Fire with Water and one way to find general direction in the wilderness when you lack a compass and don’t have time to preform a shadow stick method. Also how to scrub pots and pans clean with natures scrub brush. Enjoy and be sure to rate this video.

Bushcraft Kit Essentials

My mate Dean giving us a quick run down on some Essential items that we use for Bushcraft. View more stuff on www.deanread.net

Man vs. Wild – Bear’s Ultimate Survival Guide Part Two – Cross Training Techniques

Check out Bear’s Ten SCARY SURVIVAL moments: dsc.discovery.com The best survival skills are the ones that can be used in a variety of situations. Check out Bears’ technique for ice walls, that is also good for desert slopes.

Bushcraft Cordage Making

My simple but effective way of making cordage from natural fibres

Preparedness Essentials – The Emergency Plan

Being prepared is a good way to handle the majority of challenges that arise during our everyday activities that seek to destroy the normalcy in our lives. It can be a man-made disaster, a simple mechanical breakdown or an act of nature that reminds you who is really in control. Being prepared could save your life and the life of your family and will make the return to normalcy in your life a much simpler task. The road to recovery will be a very bumpy ride if you are not prepared.

While having emergency supplies are critical, an emergency plan is just as vital to your preparedness efforts. A good emergency plan should be developed that will help you make an informed decision in a timely and effective manner. The need to bug out, the option of bugging in (sheltering in place), where to go and how you’ll get there are all important considerations that should be determined first and foremost. Being properly prepared requires advance planning that will cover your needs.

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