Believe it or not, you can survive on insects for weeks — maybe even months — if you absolutely have to. Bugs aren’t just last-resort Bear Grylls snacks. They’re packed with protein, fat, and micronutrients. That said, they’re not a perfect long-term food source, and some survival realities catch up fast. Here’s the real breakdown … Read more
If your matches get soaked, lost, or sacrificed to the gear gods, you’re not out of luck. Humans were lighting fires long before Bic lighters existed. These are the most reliable — and realistic — ways to start a fire without matches. No Hollywood caveman nonsense. 1. Ferro Rod (Ferrocerium Rod) A ferro rod is … Read more
Short answer: No — not unless you want to make a bad situation worse. Movies love showing desperate survivors sipping their own pee like it’s primal Gatorade. In reality, drinking urine accelerates dehydration, causes nausea, and makes your kidneys file a formal complaint. Here’s what actually happens, and why survival experts universally say: don’t do … Read more
You wake up in the middle of the night and the inside of your tent looks like someone sprayed it with a garden hose. Your sleeping bag is damp, the walls are dripping, and your gear feels clammy. Most beginners assume their tent is leaking — but nine times out of ten, it’s condensation, not … Read more
A knife is the single most important tool you can carry in the outdoors. It’s not about being flashy or “tactical.” It’s about solving real problems: fire, food, shelter, and repairs. When you know how to use a knife properly, one tool can replace a whole bag of gear. Below are five knife skills every … Read more
When you’re deep in the wilderness and far from civilization, a few simple tools can make the difference between staying safe and becoming another bad story. These aren’t Hollywood weapons — they’re primitive survival tools humans have relied on for thousands of years to hunt small game, create distance from danger, and solve problems when … Read more
A campfire is fun and all, but the second you’re done roasting marshmallows and solving the world’s problems, that fire becomes your responsibility. A single hot coal can survive overnight, roll away, and light up an entire forest like a bad news headline. Putting out a fire the right way isn’t optional — it’s part … Read more