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Fire is one of the most important necessities for survival. While we do not feel the need to start a fire in our day to day affairs living at home, knowing how to start a fire when you are facing a difficult situation like a power outage in extremely cold weather or when you are...
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Leupold is offering hunters the chance to see what it’s like on the other side of the glass. Ever watched those hunting shows on TV or streaming and wondered w...
Read the articleMaking fire in the field — friction and ferro methods, tinder and fuel, wet-weather technique, and the safe handling of fire on public land.
Prescribed burns are among our most important conservation tools. In the last couple of months, our West Coast was reminded of a critical fact of life: Fire is good when it’s under control. Over the years, places like California have become more and more resistant to habitat management via controlled burns. Yes, it’s true that…
Hunting camps, outdoor relaxation (and perhaps a little power-outage insurance) … It’s actually fairly rare that our friends over at the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) review a product, so when they do, we sit up and take notice. It also helps if the product in question would have saved us a lot of…
Giving Thanks for Spatchcock Just because the power is out does not mean we can’t give thanks. It turns out one of my favorite ways for cooking poultry, with my Big Green Egg smoker. Is still feasible if the power grid goes down. But even if the power did not go out, who really wants…
PhoneSkope knows everybody’s got a little Pyro in them … If you’ve spent any time in the wilderness–or, hell, just enjoy Jack London stories–you know that firestarting is very serious business indeed. Firestarters are a crucial part of any adventurer’s kit, right up there with a multitool and camp axe. That’s definitely why I’ve been…
Because baby, it’s cold outside! If you’re like me, you’ve probably spent more of your life than you want to admit trying to put your Boy Scout fire-building badge to use. From the holiday hearth to the depths of the wilderness, a warm, cozy fire offers everything from comfort and joy to continued survival. Realtree…
Building a campfire is an essential skill for an outdoors lifestyle. Whether you’re in the middle of the woods or making smores with the family, building a proper campfire can be a daunting task. With some wood and a little bit of knowledge, it’s not really that hard and can be a big help for…
Out in the open, on a camping trip, the last thing you need is to waste time. With so many spectacular views to enjoy and so much to take in, food might be the last thing on your mind. Sadly though, you still need to eat to keep up your energy. For first time campers,…
Fire is one of the most important necessities for survival. While we do not feel the need to start a fire in our day to day affairs living at home, knowing how to start a fire when you are facing a difficult situation like a power outage in extremely cold weather or when you are…
If you are fond of hunting or hiking then being oblivious to some clever ways to start a fire without matches can be a life-threatening situation. But if you know some of these techniques, this knowledge can turn into a life-saving skill especially in the survival situations. In fact, if you know some useful yet…
