Survival Blog
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Cold Weather Camping 101 (+Everything You Need To Know)
For those who truly enjoy the outdoors, camping isn't just a warm-weather hobby. With proper preparation, it can be easy, and even thrilling, to camp safely in winter weather. But... -
What Are The Survival Uses for Wool Blankets
As a survivalist, you know that you have to be prepared for just about anything. Being properly equipped is key to surviving the unexpected, and it’s often the most basic... -
Benefits of Wool Blankets
Textile manufacturers often use harsh chemicals to treat fabrics. These toxic chemicals include formaldehyde, softeners, and synthetic chemicals. Companies use these chemicals to make their fabrics antimicrobial, stain resistant, sweat... -
Different Ways You Can Use a Toggle Around Camp
When it comes to roughing it, the old saying goes: “Never judge a book by its cover.” And this couldn’t ring more true. The same motto applies to self-made tools... -
Everything You May Need To Know About Tick Bites
Over the past couple of years, tick-related diseases have been steadily increasing. Although exact reasons are not known, scientists theorize it’s because many species of ticks are migrating. An unfortunate... -
What To Do If You Touch Poison Ivy, Oak, or Sumac
So you've come in contact with poison ivy? You can't think straight and go about your day normally because all you can think about is scratching the itch caused by... -
To Boil or Not to Boil?
To Boil or Not to Boil? Waterborne disease is a risk for travelers who visit countries that have poor hygiene and inadequate sanitation, and for those in the wilderness relying on surface water in any country, including the United States.
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The Five C’s of Survivability!
People carry a variety of different items in their packs depending on the situation, environment, and planned activities. This is called adapting to the situation, which is what self-reliance and survival are all about. This thought process leads us to the 5 C’s of Survivability! -
Survival or Self Reliance?
Within the realm of definition, the following definition I believe describes both “Survival” and “Self-Reliance”.