Bushcraft Skills
The 5 most useful survival items under £10
The 5 most useful survival items under £10Too many people are tricked by fancy marketing schemes that convince someone to pay several times more than a product is actually worth, but this is nothing new and happens across all industries. A quick search for bushcraft...
Aberporth to Mwnt coastal path
Aberporth to Mwnt coastal path Start - ParcllynFinish - MwntTotal distance - 4.2 miles (6.75km) Where to start The Aberporth to Mwnt coastal path begins in the village of Parcllyn, which sits next to the easier-to-find town of Aberporth where there’s a...
Stop buying useless survival tools
Stop buying useless survival toolsThere are thousands of companies out there selling all kinds of survival gear, most of which are high quality and useful pieces of equipment, but mixed into the bunch are a load of completely useless tools that companies made simply...
5 useful skills to have in an Apocalypse
5 useful skills to have in an Apocalypse An apocalypse can be described as any kind of world-changing event that causes a breakdown in governmental and societal structures. Basically, any event that stops the world from functioning as normal which could be...
The most mysterious disaster in camping history
The most mysterious disaster in camping history Out of all the strange stories of people going missing on hikes and camping trips, nothing comes close to the level of mystery that still surrounds what has come to be known as the Dyatlov pass incident. The story...
People who survived impossible situations
People who survived impossible situationsThe human body is more resilient than we think, but it can only take so much. That’s what makes the following stories so incredible, anyone else who went through the same things they did would have certainly died. The following...
How to survive being lost at sea
How to survive being lost at seaUnlike every other terrain type, the open ocean doesn’t offer any useful resources to find and leaves you at the mercy of the weather and relying on the limited supplies you have. The option to not be able to find anything useful is a...
How did pirates survive at sea?
How did pirates survive at sea?A pirate is classed as someone who attacks ships at sea with the intention of stealing their cargo. There are still pirates operating today in certain areas of the world, but to the average person, the idea of a pirate is someone with a...
Survival myths that could get you hurt
Survival myths that could get you hurtPeople should know not to take the things they see in movies and TV shows as fact, but with survival “reality” shows coming thick and fast there’s a very real chance someone might take the things they see seriously. If you do...
Outdoor cooking methods through the ages
Outdoor cooking methods through the agesThere’s nothing like eating in the great outdoors, with campfire cooking being one of my favorite reasons for spending time in the wild. Cooking openly outside wasn’t always done for pleasure and it became necessary for people...
How to get started in Bushcraft?
How to get started in Bushcraft?Bushcraft is one of those things that people hear about and think “Oh that sounds fun” and then never do anything about it. The problem with people starting bushcraft is they think the initial setup cost can be quite high, just like...
The luckiest people in survival history
The luckiest people in survival historyNormally in an emergency situation, a person’s survival normally comes down to their individual skill, knowledge, and what they have to work with. Now and then none of these factors matter and the reason someone will survive is...
5 Extreme survival tips
5 Extreme survival tipsThere are thousands of general survival tips out there, with information on everything from purifying water to carving your own spoon. But there are some things that you should never do unless you’re close to death, and I mean to the point where...
10 Hot and Cold Weather Survival myths
10 Hot and Cold Weather Survival mythsEveryone has probably heard about a trick to surviving or how to start a fire that simply doesn’t make sense, like rubbing two sticks together or eating snow as a way to stay hydrated, but in reality, do things like this even...
Long term wilderness survival stories
Long term wilderness survival storiesThe average time for someone to be stranded in the wild before they are rescued is less than seven days. Depending on the country, rescue efforts often come swiftly and on occasion have consisted of hundreds of volunteers, making...
Four W’s that could save your life
Four W's that could save your life When you go out into the wild it's always smart to be prepared, whether it's just a stroll in the countryside or a hike up a mountain, being prepared is the key to being safe. Often things don’t always go as planned and even...
What is Bushcraft?
What is Bushcraft? So what is bushcraft? Who originally came up with the term bushcraft seems to be lost to history, but the skills involved have been used for thousands of years. The term bushcraft refers to the “bush” being a word for wilderness and craft...
The five stages of an apocalypse
The five stages of an apocalypseAn apocalypse is considered to be a world-changing event that ends life as we know it but doesn’t necessarily end life altogether. If the world's governments and infrastructure collapse and everyone else stops doing their jobs followed...
The Basics
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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.