Category: Camping

44 Fantastic Uses for Paracord – Updated to 60!

44 Fantastic Uses for Paracord – Updated to 60!  We have all seen the neat paracord accessories, the bracelets, belts, cell phone covers, rifle slings etc. The newest rugged fashion statement! If I unwrap my key chain I have a the ability to fish, great for a long term SHTF scenario. But what about other …

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Refilling Disposable Propane Bottles

Refilling Disposable Propane Bottles Because this is flammable gas and under pressure, please be warned that this is dangerous and explosive, please read the  Disclaimer page on both sites, before trying this.   Then if you decide to try it please, please do so with caution and using the appropriate tools in an appropriate location and only if you must. …

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DIY Non-Electric Refrigeration

DIY  Non-Electric Refrigeration The Zeer Pot After a disaster or a major SHTF event we could be without power for days, weeks or much longer. Safe food storage will still be an important consideration. If you don’t have a root cellar a zeer pot is a good option for keeping those fruits and veggies at …

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Tent Cot Details

Tent Cot Details Elevated sleeping platform keeps you high and dry and away from the bugs and snakes Heavy duty 210D tent and rain fly is designed to handle most wet weather conditions Versatile design allows you to use your tent cot as a lounge, a chair and a flat cot as well Designed to …

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DIY Path lighting

DIY Path lighting Here is an easy DIY path lighting project that can make a big statement at your next BBQ or summer party. You may already have all the pieces you need to make your own pathway lighting!  You can use a plant stick as a pole or if you prefer recycle an old …

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Survive a Bear Attack

Survive a Bear Attack

Some posts may contain affiliate links. Survive a Bear Attack Whether camping, hunting, hiking, making your way home on foot, or bugging out one of the possible issues in some areas can be wild animals. One of the biggest and deadliest predators to man can be bears. They are carnivores and easily upset especially in the …

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Stove Necklace

Some posts may contain affiliate links. Stove Necklace I saw this and I had to share it with you folks! This is awesome… There is no instructions how to make one but It looks like you could make this little stove pretty easily. A little soldering and boom, your very own personal, portable cooking vessel worn around …

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Inexpensive Composting Toilet

Inexpensive Composting Toilet Human waste isn’t traditionally something we like to talk about or even think about but the attached video makes a lot of practical green living sense. There are several very nice bathroom composting systems on the market. But for the most part the prices currently are daunting and often the set up …

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Primitive Stick Fish Traps

Primitive Stick Fish Traps This primitive old Native American method of trapping fish is best used in flowing water and funnels the fish into a smaller area where hopefully they become trapped. Once in the fish traps they are easier for you to pull out of the water. Especially effective if you need more volume than you …

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Simple Weed Can be Used To Improve Health & Make Beer

Simple Weed Can be Used To Improve Health & Make Beer The stinging nettles grow in the wild virtually everywhere in the world. This weed can easily be found during a hike in the woods or along the roadside. The primary nutritional value the plant is often heralded for is its fiber and calcium content. Strong …

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