Posts by wyocalboy
I'v been told that walking with a heavy foot-fall will deter snakes. Is this really true?
If I'm out in the wilderness and I don't have a signal mirror, what other objects could I improvise to work similar to a signal mirror?
If I get lost in the wilderness, what is the very first thing I should do?
If you are in a survival situation in the woods and really hungry, and you are unsure about which plants are edible, can you eat pine needles?
Can I shoot a bear in self-defense? Will I face fines and jail time if I do?
What style/size of knife would be most useful in a survival scenario in the forest?
As most survival kits come with fish hooks, I am wondering how do I catch fish without any bait?
What rope would be most helpful/versatile in a survival situation?
If I'm alone in a survival situation and I have to cross a very cold river that's still flowing, how should I accomplish this safely?
I would throw some type of foliage over the tent, to "break" the fall of the rain... so long as your tent is strong enough to support the weight!
When venturing out into the wilderness, what are crucial things I should bring?
If I'm out hiking, and I come around a corner and stumble upon a bear, what's the best course of action to take to minimize the chance the bear will act aggressively? Do different types of bear (...
Lensatic Compasses seem to be priced from $5 to $100 USD. What features should I look for when buying one?
If I were lost in the North American woods, how could I make a signal fire that would attract attention many miles away ?
When in the great outdoors, nature is bound to come calling, so what are some good natural toilet paper substitutes when the real thing isn't available?
I'm curious how one could get/make some glue when in the wilderness. How did the Native Americans do it?
