Discover essential survival skills in our comprehensive guide, perfect for preppers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. This resource covers crucial topics, including fire-making techniques, shelter construction, the importance of sharp knives, and the right clothing for unpredictable weather. Equip yourself with essential tools to navigate challenging environments and ensure your safety. Join us in stacking the deck in your favor as you master survival tactics and thrive in the wilderness!
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SHELTER • What you’ll need to protect against Mother Nature
PUT A ROOF OVER YOUR HEAD • GET OUT OF THE ELEMENTS TO STAY WARM AND DRY
EXPOSURE CAN KILL
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CLOTHING • Dress for the weather and planned activities
CHECK YOUR FIT • HOW TO PICK THE BEST WARDROBE FOR DEEP OUTDOOR ADVENTURES
DRESS IN LAYERS
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FIRE • Unleash your inner pyromaniac and enjoy a crackling blaze
START WITH A SPARK • AN IMPORTANT SURVIVAL NEED
SPARK IT UP
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KNIVES • No matter how you slice it, this is an important tool
A CUT ABOVE • CHOOSING THE BEST BLADE FOR YOUR NEEDS
CHOOSE WISELY
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TOOLS • Necessity is the mother of invention
QUALITY IN-HAND • HOW TO BUY TOOLS THAT ARE MADE TO LAST
TASK TACKLING TOOLS
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NAVIGATION • Do what you can to lost-proof yourself
FINDING YOUR WAY • GET FROM POINT A TO POINT B
PLOT YOUR COURSE
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SIGNALING • Make it easy for searchers to find you
GETTING FOUND • WE ALL GET TURNED AROUND NOW AND AGAIN
TOOLS FOR RESCUE
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PACKS + POUCHES • You’re going to want more than a bindle on a stick
HITTING THE TRAIL • KEEP WHAT YOU NEED WITH YOU
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FIRST AID • Treating injuries in the field or at home
BATTLING THE HURT • WHAT TO ASK WHEN CHOOSING FIRST-AID ITEMS
HEALING HELPERS
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