Activity for Ken Graham‭

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Answer	—	A: How to clean soaked-in winter salt off boots? It think the best way to approach this subject is three fold. Cleaning the Shoes Preventing Further Damage Use a waterproofing product Here are three steps to clean your boots: Cleaning the Shoes 1 Use vinegar and water. A great DIY product for removing salt stains from leather shoes is... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: Deodorising rain jacket without ruining waterproofing Before getting into the main body of my answer, it should be noted that according to the company's guidelines a water-repellent product (DWR) should be reapplied "about every 5th washing cycle." Refreshing the Durable Water Repellency (DWR) The DWR of water-repellent products can be re-energ... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: What are Filson hats? Filson (C.C. Filson Co.) is a company that sells many types of outdoor hats. The particular style of hat you pictured in your question goes by several different names. Here in Canada it is known as a toque or tuque. Even though other terms are in existence up here, the only phrase I really se... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: What situations/locations would be ideal for using a solar stove while backpacking? It seems to be that the only real requirement for solar cooking is sunshine and the more the better. There are a few disadvantage to cooking with solar energy. Disadvantages include: •weight, bulk •weather dependent •backpack versions tend to be very slow to c... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Question	—	Are there any techniques to cooking food when camping in the wild by harnessing the energy of the sun? Are there any techniques to cooking food camping in the wild by harnessing the sun's energy (rays)? We have all heard of solar panels being used to generate electricity, but are there any techniques that we can use to cook food while camping and thus avoiding the use of a fire to cook with? (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: Is there any reason that a wild boars would charge the tent? As a general rule wild boars would not charge a tent. They usually only charge when they feel threatened. Like many other wild animals, wild boars will only attack if they are cornered or if they feel threatened. Female wild boars are very protective of their young and can easily be provoked. Wil... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Question	—	Are there any techniques for starting and maintaining a fire in snow? What are the techniques for starting and maintaining a fire in a survival situation when snow is present? I would like to know if there are any known techniques for starting and maintaining a fire in the wild for survival reasons when there is snow on the ground. Does the amount of snow alter the t... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: If you hear a mountain lion screaming, how close is it? There does not seem to be much information over the net on the distance one can hear a mountain lion, but I did find this little tidbit: The frightening puma scream is the long range call. It has been described as like a high pitched and short roar of one of the big cats. Then there is the... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: Are there fish in lakes with a lots of glacial flour? Rock flour does not seem to be much of an impediment for fish living in rock flour alpine lakes. Lake Louise for example is known as the Lake of the Little Fishes: Lake Louise, named Lake of the Little Fishes by the Stoney Nakota First Nations people, is a glacial lake within Banff National Park... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: What are differences between higher and lower shoes other than ankle support? Taller shoes or boots are somewhat heavier, but this is generally not a big deal as most of the weight is associated with the soul of a boot. If you are hiking in areas where venomous snakes, such as rattlesnakes abound, then higher shoes will add a little more protection against snake bites. When ... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: Reacting to a bee attack Generally speaking bees only attack when they feel threatened or protecting their hives. Apis dorsata has been described as one of the most dangerous animals of the southeastern Asian jungles due to their threatening defensive behaviors. It is considered the most defensive of all of the honey be... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: Is whiskey a good disinfectant? Is whiskey a good disinfectant in an emergency situation while in the outdoors? Ideally any strong alcohol, whether whiskey, vodka, tequila or some other strong liquor should not be used to clean wounds. But in an a survival situation, I would not hesitate to use whiskey or some other strong liquor ... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: What are the correct techniques for rescuing someone who has fallen through the ice? If anyone has ever fallen through ice, you know how devastating is the physical shock of loosing all your body heat in a flash. I fell through ice once, but was fortunately able to get to shore quite easily on my own because I was very close to the shoreline and able to walk out. Believe me icy wat... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: How dangerous are kangaroos? Generally speaking wildlife should not be harassed by humans, but left alone. Bites can infect you with unwanted bacteria and require stitches in a hospital. Large animals should always be left alone because they could be possibly cause people harm. Amongst this group are kangaroos which are to be c... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Question	—	Do shotgun shells containing mixed shot sizes have any applications in hunting? A friend of mine has a reloading shotgun machine in his basement and often makes specialty loads upon request. He is able to make shotgun shells that have mixed shot sizes of various weights. Are there any real hunting applications for hunters to use shotgun shells containing mixed shot sizes? (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: Do flashlights (torches) with multi-color capabilities have any applications for usage in the great outdoors at night? Just found this and thought it rather interesting and adds just a little something more to the already great answers posted. The following is from the Flashlight University: LED Colors and Uses. White: Great for all around, every day illumination. Red (630 nm): Red LEDs are do not appear as... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Question	—	Do flashlights (torches) with multi-color capabilities have any applications for usage in the great outdoors at night? Do flashlights (torches) with multi-color capabilities (white, red, blue and green) have any outdoor applications for usage in the forest or while hiking at night? I have several flashlight that have multi-color capabilities and would like to know how these various colors of light may be used in the... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: Aversion to snakes: How would an outdoors leader go about "curing" this condition in one of her/his charges? You cannot overcome a phobia without facing the cause that triggers the fear in the first place, at least in a indirect way. To close the book on a phobia and throw it away really cannot help one get over a phobia. Many people get professional help to deal with their treatment of phobias. Like anyth... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: At what age do black bear cubs have a good chance of surviving on their own? There is probably no perfect answer to your question as different studies will indicate some amount of variation. However it seems that black bear cubs which are usually born in January and generally stay with their mothers for about 17 months are self-sufficient at the age of 5 or 6 months. Under so... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: What precautions should we take in situations when hiking or walking through tall grass? When walking in long grass and one is trying to avoid snakes at the same time, you have to be aware that you are already braking one of the main guidelines to avoid snakes: Avoid walking through long grass or reeds. Like anything else in this domain, there is no clear cut guidelines to follow that w... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: Worm catching with electricity? Had a neighbor who used this technique to get worms all the time. It was amazing how well this system really works. He used a system where he had several car batteries rigged onto a dolly and thus was able to get his worms away from any buildings. He always caught his worms at night with a flashlig... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: How can you tell if roadkill is safe to eat? For most people to even start considering eating roadkill would mean getting over our personal demon of squeamishness. This thought would not appeal to most. Here are eight (8) important rules to consider before one should eat roadkill. 8 Rules of Roadkill Follow these Roadkill Rules to hel... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: How do you tap a tree for sap? Sugar Maple trees are by far the most popular trees that people tap for sap. So I will use this as my example of how to tap a tree. The following is taken from: Common Sense Homesteading. Identify Maple Trees and Wait for the Right Temperature Range. There are many species of maple trees. Th... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: Why do some people stand inside the river fishing? Fishing in a river while wearing waders permits me to fish down stream and positioning my lures in the spot that is only possible while being in the water. This also helps me to avoid the many snags such as branches and tree trunks that are commonly found on the banks of many water ways. I can not te... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: How can I find north from the stars without recognizable constellations? If in the Southern Hemisphere the North Star is not available. Here is how to find your directions using the Southern Cross. Using the Stars: Southern Hemisphere 1 Find the Southern Cross constellation. In the southern hemisphere, the North Star is not visible, and no single star always indi... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: Is "scat" used to describe the droppings of any animal? The Wikipedia article on feces, seems to indicate that scat is used in reference to wild animal droppings only. Notwithstanding Wikipedia's article some dictionaries define scat as simply as an animal fecal dropping. The feces of animals often have special names, for example: Non-human ani... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Question	—	How do you smoke salmon in the wild without a smoker? How do you smoke salmon in the wild without a smoker? I am going camping with a few friends and we would like to try smoking any salmon we catch during our time in the wild. How do we safely smoke salmon in the wild without a smoker, yet being in possession of some basic camping supplies: knives, h... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: How to quarter an elk in the field Here is how Bob Robb field dresses his elks. Warning: There are images of actual elks being quartered. Secure the Elk Before any cutting begins, you have to secure the elk, which often has expired on a steep sidehill. That’s where the cord or rope comes in, used to tie antlers or legs... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: How to throw a tomahawk How to throw a tomahawk? First of all get a traditional throwing tomahawk made for this purpose. Never try throwing an axe, a camping hatchet or a non-throwing tomahawk. Tomahawk Throwing People familiar with tomahawks and their use often refer to them as "hawks". Similarly, terms like pip... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: Is linen a good or bad choice for underwear when (hitch)hiking in hot and/or tropical weather? I have tailored on and off for many years and am somewhat familiar with the differences in various fabrics. Not all I read on the internet am I inclined to believe about various fabrics, but I would say that linen is a good choice for underwear garments. However, linen does tend to wrinkle easy so I... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: What is the minimum caliber of handgun that would stop a grizzly bear? Bryce Towsley has this story to tell us about a grizzly attack: Shortly before I arrived in one northern Alaska camp, a couple of packers were rushing to beat the failing light. Covered with blood and loaded down with packs of caribou meat that doubled the weight pressing on their boots, they wer... (more)	—	almost 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: How can I tell if a wild animal has rabies? In order to understand the question of rabies and whether or not an animal is rabid, a little background information is necessary. Once rabies infection occurs, the virus grows in muscle tissue and may go undetected for several days or months. During this incubation (or latent) period, the anima... (more)	—	almost 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: How should one properly dispose of a rabid animal carcass? The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has a series of protocols in place for this subject. Protocols for Safe Handling and Disposal of Carcasses: All dead animals should be handled only while wearing gloves; this includes carrying of dead animals, during necropsy procedures, and the ... (more)	—	almost 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: How to teach situational awareness for the outdoors? One can always pass on the various techniques of situational awareness to others while in the outdoors by simply sharing your knowledge while hiking! In order to be good teachers, we must be versed enough in this art in order to pass on the knowledge we have learned. Some universities offer courses... (more)	—	almost 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: What might being certified as a polar bear guard involve? There is not a huge amount of information on the subject of a Polar Bear Guard Training Course. It seems to be a three day course that deals more on deterrent methods and polar bear protection, than on shooting these bears, although this too is included in the training. I am going to limit myself to ... (more)	—	almost 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: Bass identification It is a very pale colored smallmouth bass. The eyes are red , the upper jaw of smallmouth bass extends to the middle of the eye like the picture shows, the body has brown vertical bands and is sandy yellow in color. This particular specimen is very pale in color! The smallmouth bass (Micropterus ... (more)	—	almost 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: What are these large black and white waterfowl with red around the eyes? The birds in your photos are definitely Muscovy ducks as already mentioned by Lost. I simply would like to add a little more information on these gorgeous birds. They are large ducks, with the males about 76 cm (30 in) long, and weighing up to 7 kg (15 lb). Females are considerably smaller, and o... (more)	—	almost 8 years ago
Question	—	Is it possible to identify the sex of a caribou without a pair of binoculars or a spotting scope? Both male and female caribou have antlers. Last year we saw a large herd cross the road we were traveling on, but had no way of telling which ones were male and which ones were females. Unfortunately, I do not possess a scope or binoculars. Is it possible to identify the sex of a caribou without a p... (more)	—	almost 8 years ago
Question	—	Are there any possible telltale signs along a water's edge that it would be a good spot for gold panning? A friend and myself would like to do some gold panning this summer for the first time. We both live in southern British Columbia and have the intention of going into some known gold producing areas. However, I would like to know if there are any telltale signs along the banks of streams, creeks or ... (more)	—	almost 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: How to stop rain from entering at the cuffs of my rain jacket? While working outside in the rain and when wearing a rain jacket, I have two simple solutions for keeping as dry as possible when the weather is miserable. I do not wear wrist bands because I like to have some ventilation. You cannot stop water from creeping inside, so I use latex gloves inside my re... (more)	—	about 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: Is there any evidence, one way or the other, that "Adopt a Highway" programs reduce littering? I have landscaped for a city in BC for several years and have notice that the "Adopt a Highway" only works on very short streets and only then if the those picking up the litter are doing so at least monthly. Generally speaking, it does not seem to make any difference. I can clean a bed along a busy ... (more)	—	about 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: What respirator should I get for urbex? I use pesticides occasionally at work and use a particulate mask when treating flower beds. They work quite well. But if you are more worried about gases, you might check what they wear at your local dump sites. The ones up here use filters in their masks that are so fine they can keep out bad odors... (more)	—	about 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: When will a rattlesnake strike? Rattlesnakes will generally only strike when provoked. That is the very reason we hear them rattle. Keep in mind a rattler cannot produce more venom quickly, so they too prefer to flee rather than bite. Young snake tend to be more aggressive and do not know how to control their venom. If you hear one... (more)	—	about 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: Which country has the most snow days in Europe? Depending on what is meant by "snow days", the correct response to the question would have to be the Scandinavian countries in general. Within the Scandinavian region, Finland has the greatest number of snow days in Europe. Austria and Switzerland have half the number of snow days that Finland. The... (more)	—	about 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: How to repair the ripped seam in my leather cowboy boots? What has probably happened is that the thread used on the boots has deteriorated. I would hand sew it, but only after studying the best knots to employ in the repair. Be sure to use the same holes made by the machine in order to avoid weakening the leather. Once finished, spray with a water repellent... (more)	—	about 8 years ago

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