survival: Survival Tips When You are Lost in the Woods
- 06/10/21 11:46 AM
It’s that time of the year again. And getting lost in the woods is NOT fun and sometimes deadly. But you have a chance if you are lucky and have a clue. A hiker from Hawaii, was found alive after being lost in the wilderness for 17 days. Though it might not seem likely that it could happen to you, it could really happen to anyone. So, it’s important that you know what you should do if you get lost in the woods. The Hawaii did a lot right, according to sources, and it saved her life. She was able to … (18 comments)
survival: Lost in the Woods: Survival Tips
- 07/18/19 06:28 AM
With the recent news that Amanda Eller, a Hawaiian hiker, was found alive after 17 days of being lost, it’s worth it to know what to do if you’re lost and alone in the wilderness. Eller did many things correctly, according to multiple early news reports. CNN claimed that she picked guava and berries to eat when they were available. She only drank water when it looked clear, and she didn’t think it would make her sick. She also nursed herself when she got a bum knee and had a sunburn that was so bad it got infected. If you’re hopelessly lost … (2 comments)
survival: Creating a “Plan B” for Survival
- 05/09/18 08:00 AM
What do you do if you have a “Plan A” for survival, but you realize that it’s a bad plan. Do you have a “Plan B?” Forget about doing things like running to the grocery store right before the snow storm of the century hits. Everyone else in your town or city will do the same. The convenience stores are supermarkets are the prime places where panicked people will go for water and food. While they are doing that, however, you can get your supplies at places no one else will ever think to look. Before the next major disaster hits, locate all of … (5 comments)
survival: Do You Know How to Use a Knife for Survival?
- 04/03/18 08:36 AM
Using a knife in a survival situation is a skill that can mean the difference between life and death. But, you have to know how to use the knife. Here is some information: Knife Safety: Carry a fixed-blade knife if you are going outdoors. It is less likely to get broken Always keep a knife in its sheath. If you trip, it could cut or stab you if it is not contained. Practice pulling the knife from the sheath, so that you don’t get cut. You might need to draw it very quickly. Drawing the knife is a two-step process: first, hold … (1 comments)
survival: Is Your Bugout Bag Ready to Go?
- 03/13/18 08:57 AM
It seems like there have been a number of natural disasters hitting the US over the past couple of years…hurricanes, wild fires, floods…the list goes on. If you are caught in the face of a survival emergency, do you have supplies? Consider a bugout bag. These are sacks that you can take with you in the outdoors to help you survive. Here’s what you need for a three-day bugout bag: Water – At least a liter per person each day. Food – Pack backpack meals or energy bars. Large cup or small pot – This is for boiling water, but if … (15 comments)
survival: Storing Water for Survival
- 02/13/18 07:23 AM
Do you think you know all there is to know about water storage? Most people think they have a good grasp on it, but they are in for a bit surprise. Below, there is a lot of information about storing water that might contradict what you think you know: Storing Barrels – You can keep storage barrels on a basement or cellar cement floor. Cement that remains cool doesn’t transfer any toxins into the water. However, if the cement is warm, such as garage cement that might get heat from the driveway, you must store the barrels on floorboards. Also, store some … (3 comments)
survival: The Top 7 Things You Need in Your Survival Kit
- 01/09/18 06:40 AM
Imagine that you are in the middle of nowhere for a few days, or that you are stuck in your home after a disaster, like a hurricane. What do you need to survive? Here are several things that you should have available. Remember, this is only a basic list; things that you might pack in a “go bag” that you can grab in a hurry. If you aren’t sure what something is, Google the keyword to learn more. Clean Water/Iodine Tablets/Water Access Your body is made of mostly water, so having water available is the number one tool for surviving. For three days, … (5 comments)
survival: Survive Falling Through Ice
- 02/02/17 06:10 AM
It can be truly terrifying to fall through ice on a frozen lake, but if you remain calm, it can save your life. Most people don’t realize that you have more time than you think, according to experts. This is due to the concept of thermoregulation and how your body deals with the shocking cold that immediately encompasses the body. As you first hit the freezing water, you will almost immediately gasp and start hyperventilating. It is important that you remember to get control of your breath and do not thrash around. It can help to remember something called the “1-10-1 principle.” … (2 comments)
survival: How to store Water for Survival
- 11/23/15 09:41 PM
What do you really know about water storage? Below you’ll find information that you probably never even thought of before, or information that contradicts what you’ve always believed to be correct. Storage barrels. These can remain on cellar or basement cement that’s not heated. Cooler cement will not transfer toxins into the barrels. However, garage cement will get heated by the driveway, so in that case, place barrels on floor boards. In addition, some of your water should be stored in portable bottles for easier handling. Reusing bottles. Filling old juice and soda bottles with water is fine as long as the plastic … (18 comments)
survival: Using a knife for survival
- 09/23/15 11:53 PM
An article at indefinitelywild.gizmodo.com informs on how to use a knife safely and efficiently for survival. Safety For outdoors, carry a fixed-blade knife, as this is less likely to break. The knife should always stay in its sheath. Otherwise, you could stumble and fall into it, slicing and dicing an organ. Practice drawing the knife so that you don’t accidentally grab the sheath or somehow get cut. You may need to draw it at a second’s notice. The draw should have two steps. First, take the handle with your forehand to loosen the blade in the sheath; push against the sheath with … (4 comments)
Forget rushing to the grocery store when disaster like a snowstorm strikes. Everyone else will have the same idea. Need I say more? The supermarket and the convenience store are the first places a panicking town will flock to for food and water. While they’re duking it out there, you can obtain essential supplies at other places where the masses of people won’t even think to look. Before some critical event hits, locate all the businesses and water sources within two miles of your home. When … (7 comments)
survival: 7 essentials for a survival kit
- 01/05/14 02:25 AM
If you were out in the middle of nowhere for three days or stuck at home due to man made or natural disaster, what would you need to survive? Here are numerous items that are essential for survival. Keep in mind this is a basic list that might be proactively packed in a “go bag” or in a big plastic tub to keep at work or in your home or car. Each category and item can be significantly expanded upon and researched by Googling the key word.
Clean water and/or iodine tablets and water access Your body is mostly water; … (2 comments)
It’s that time of the year again. And getting lost in the woods is NOT fun and sometimes deadly. But you have a chance if you are lucky and have a clue. A hiker from Hawaii, was found alive after being lost in the wilderness for 17 days. Though it might not seem likely that it could happen to you, it could really happen to anyone. So, it’s important that you know what you should do if you get lost in the woods. The Hawaii did a lot right, according to sources, and it saved her life. She was able to … (18 comments)
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