So after a bit of prodding from some of my friends and several readers, I’ve finally decided to write a book. I figured I’d share it with you all so you can see where I’m going with this and see what your thoughts are. You guys know more than I do what you would like […]
A simple way to make your own char cloth
How does char cloth work and how do you make it? As we saw in the article on How to Build a Fire, there are a few key components to make a fire, and all of them have to work or you’ll be cold and getting angry stares from your shivering girlfriend. Or worse, you […]
How to make your own DIY hand pump
PVC hand pumps explained Obviously, water is one of the biggest considerations if things go South. You can only go about three days without water before you die and for some reason the books that tell you that don’t emphasize the fact that you’re more likely to die well before that because your brain stops […]
Keep your food cool without electricity: Zeer pots
You can cool food or medicine even if you don’t have electriciy, if you know how to harness the power of evaporation. Zeer pots have been used for thousands of years. Here’s how to make one.
Even you can climb a rope with a Prusik knot
How do you tie a Prusik knot? Surprisingly, it’s one of the easiest knots to learn. This article shows you how and demonstrates with several videos.
How to build a fire the right way
Starting a fire is one thing. Having it light and stay lit is entirely another. Here’s everything you need to know about the science of how a campfire works.