Staying warm during a winter power outage can be tricky. Knowing how to layer clothes for warmth can help you use your body’s heat to stay safe and comfortable. The right clothing layers can trap body heat, remove moisture away from your skin, block cold air, and help […]
Now that winter is behind us, it is time to consider getting off the beaten. There’s magic in the forest’s solitude — you’re surrounded by life yet alone in a sometimes savage world where things can hurt. You’ll probably lose your way more than once, gathering good tales […]
There are many reasons to take shelter in the woods. Survival situations vary depending on the weather, season, wilderness knowledge, who you are traveling with, and the gear you are packing. If you find yourself lost in the woods as the sun is starting to set. You have […]
Like most of you, I enjoy being warm, so emergency heating is a must! I live in southeast Idaho, where it’s common to have six to eight months of snowfall or chilly wind. You can imagine how hard it is to stay warm. It takes planning and is […]
I was so grateful for the well-constructed zippers, as I successfully fit 30 lbs worth of essential survival items in my bug out bag. Having a backpack and sleeping bag for each member of your family can make storage space an issue. Many sleeping bags are so bulky that the […]
Whether you are new to the camping scene or bugging out from a natural disaster and just don’t know any better, a $30 sleeping bag will NOT get you comfortable through the night! Many of us are used to 7o+ degree homes with cozy beds and layers of […]