Bushcraft Skills
The 5 most important survival skills everyone should know
The 5 most important survival skills everyone should knowIf you’re ever unlucky enough to find yourself in a survival situation then your chances would mostly depend on what you had with you at the time and where in the world you happen to be. It takes years to learn...
Strange tribal cuisines from around the world
Strange tribal cuisines from around the worldCultures around the world have very different views on what they consider to be “safe” to eat. A delicacy in one country wouldn’t be fed to prisoners in another, with some of the dishes out there being so strange it is hard...
The most common reasons people get into survival situations
The most common reasons people get into survival situations Everyone loves a good survival story, don’t they? And what better than a real-life tale of how someone faced the possibility of death and managed to come out the other side in one piece? Tales of people lost...
The effects of being in very high altitude
The effects of being in very high altitudeMost people have climbed a mountain at some point, but normally it's in a hiking zone and requires nothing more than a good pair of boots and a day's worth of snacks. When people reach the tops of mountains like Mount Snowdon...
What is the difference between Bushcraft and Survival
What is the difference between Bushcraft and Survival? Many people consider the words bushcraft and survival to be interchangeable, with them being different words for the same thing. This simply isn’t true and apart from having different definitions, they have...
The survival rules of three – Accuracy breakdown
The survival rules of three - Accuracy breakdownThe survival rules of three states that you can survive for: 3 minutes without oxygen or in freezing water3 hours in a harsh environment3 days without water3 weeks without food Different people will be able to last for...
26 random survival facts
26 random survival factsJust for your entertainment, here are 26 random survival facts to keep in mind next time you don't have anything to talk about when around the campfire. Water 71% of the earth's surface is covered in water 96.5% of all water on...
The 5 most isolated cultures on earth
The 5 most isolated cultures on earthMost of the planet is living in the current age of technology, even if the country itself is lacking in certain necessities, the people still have “some” access to things like mobile phones and the Internet. There are certain...
5 Reasons to improve your prepping and survival skills
5 Reasons to improve your prepping and survival skillsIt's never a bad idea to get better at skills that could save your life, but in reality, the chances of needing them are quite small, and the probability of getting stranded in a boat or plane crash is even...
The 10 Deadliest plants in the world
The 10 Deadliest plants in the worldThere are close to 400,000 species of known plants on our planet, and without them, nothing would be able to survive. They provide us with everything we need, from medicine to a cup of coffee, but sometimes nature throws one into...
Interesting things about Antarctica
Interesting things about AntarcticaIn terms of survival skills it wouldn’t matter how good you are, the only chance of surviving on this continent comes from relying on man-made supplies. There are no trees or bushes to build a shelter with and nothing to eat inland...
The most dangerous countries to go hiking in
The most dangerous countries to go hiking inWhen it comes to hiking there’s nothing quite as exciting as walking through some new and interesting terrain. You will never forget the first time you walk through a rainforest or across the frozen wastes of the Arctic...
What do Eskimos eat?
What do Eskimos eat?Have you ever lay awake at night wondering about the dietary contents of the native people of the Arctic Circle? Of course you have, and now to help you get a good night's sleep here’s a list of the most common foods eaten by Eskimos. Please note...
Whats the first thing to do in a survival situation
What is the first thing to do in a survival situation?A survival situation can be described as any situation where your life is at risk that you can't immediately escape from. In terms of location, it really doesn’t matter, but things usually don’t get desperate...
The biggest dangers of the Arctic circle
The biggest dangers of the Arctic CircleThe Arctic Circle is an area that surrounds the North Pole and is generally classed as anything above a line of latitude that runs 66.5° north of the equator. It also happens to be the most dangerous area of the world to be...
The most dangerous animals in the world
The most dangerous animals in the worldIf asked which is the most dangerous animal in the world most people would probably guess something like a lion or tiger, and even though they can both be dangerous when they want to be, they are far from making the top of the...
The most important places to avoid in an Apocalypse
The most important places to avoid in an ApocalypseWhen all hell breaks loose and society has crumbled into chaos it's important to have a plan, as those first few moments could make the difference between life and death. In the event of a world-ending apocalypse,...
5 Most likely doomsday events and your chance to survive them
5 Most likely doomsday events and your chance to survive themThere will always be those who are convinced the world is going to end soon, from religious groups expecting some kind of godly judgment to doomsday preppers getting ready for an event that would destroy the...
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Basic Survival skills
Learn the basics of how to survive in the wild, which are your priorities and how long can you really survive for in the wild.
How to find water in the wilderness
The average person can go for 3 days without water before they die, learn the easiest ways to find this precious resource.
Top 10 Survival tips
A quick list of 10 of the most important things to keep in mind when out in the wilderness.
Best places to practise bushcraft in Wales
With hundreds of miles of coastline and huge mountain ranges, this country really does have it all for the bushcrafting enthusiast.
The best way to practise bushcraft for beginners
Theres no need for expensive courses to help you gain survival skills, with everything you need to start you off closer to home than you think.
How to find north without a compass
A compass is one of the most important things to take on a hike, but in the event it gets lost or broken, what can you do to find your way?
How to identify poisonous plants
Learning which wild plants make a tasty meal and which ones can paralyse your lungs is an important skill to have if you spend alot of time in the wild.
Beach Foraging
From Razor clams and Cockles to as much free shrimp as you can be bothered to catch, learn where to find it and the best methods of gathering and cooking.
Cliff Foraging
Not all the best wild food is on the beaches or in the woods, with coastal cliffs holding some rare and tasty treats you just cant find anywhere else.
Choosing the best ration type
With so many different types of survival food out there its easy to get confused and choose the wrong option for your trip. Become familiar with the choices and the pros and cons of each.
How to find wild Rabbits
A quick guide on how to recognise the different signs that rabbits are in the area and how to determine their numbers.
How to make a ground oven
One of the best ways to cook a piece of meat in the wild, and one of the only methods were you can set it up and safely leave it until its done, no turning or fire stoking required.
How to escape from quicksand
Movies have made quicksand look much more dangerous than it actually is, but thats not to say it shouldn’t be avoided. Learn what not to do if you become trapped and more importantly, how to escape.
Foraging laws in the UK
The UK has pretty good foraging laws but its still possible to do something wrong when gathering wild foods, learn what you can and cant do when foraging in the wild.
How to survive a blizzard in the wilderness
A blizzard is the most dangerous type of weather you can ever be exposed to, with every second increasing dangers like frostbite. Act fast and act correctly to avoid losing a finger or two.
UK Bushcraft Laws
Learn how to NOT get into trouble from practicing bushcraft in the UK and the laws that concern your outdoor activities.