Posts by Ken Graham
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 th...
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." ...
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 ...
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: •wei...
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 techniqu...
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 th...
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...
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...
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 t...
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...
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 ...
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 ...
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 q...
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 al...
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...
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. ...
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 h...
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 g...
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 general...
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 lo...
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 ...
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 ...
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. Ident...
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 snag...
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 ...
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