Bigger doesn’t always mean better in survival and this rifle is a perfect demonstration of that concept. No, I’m not talking about owning a 22 caliber rifle – although those are excellent as well. What I’m talking about is something even simpler, cheaper and...
Build Your Own Bug Out Bag (Categories & Ideas)
onpoint February 16, 2015If I could have one recommendation for anyone out there who is new to prepping, try to avoid buying a pre-loaded bug out bag. Although you might think there is a threat of impending doom with how current events are playing out, you do indeed have...
Pine – One of the Best Survival Trees
onpoint January 26, 2015Pine trees cover “almost” every aspect of survival – shelter, food, fire, tools and more! They are one of the easiest to identify and are plentiful! All you need to do is learn what they have to offer. Although there are an immense number...
Geocaching & Survival Foraging
onpoint November 15, 2014Geocaching is a recreational activity among GPS users that is basically a big game of find and seek. I do not participate in geocaching hunts, but the principle of using map markers is something everyone should be doing right now!
There’s a romantic vision of being able to be your own Bear Grylls or Les Stroud; heading out into the wilderness and surviving off the land. You are hiking through the bush and finding all sorts of exotic wild edibles to make your next meal....
Trees are an incredible resource for the outdoor survivalist. Their uses are numerous, and include some of the following: Water / Sap Water indicators Animal indicators / trapping Food Cordage or glue Shelter Fire And more! This article will not cover tree identification. Rather,...