Survival

What would you do if you came face to face with a mountain lion? Mountain lions, cougars, catamounts, pumas—call them what you like—are North America’s largest felines and are found in every state west of […]

Cold weather tent camping hacks For those of us who like to spend time outside, winter can serve a punishing blow to morale. But if you’re prepared to not only endure but embrace cold weather […]

Learn old school methods for using a traditional map and hand-held compass Handheld GPS devices and GPS-equipped smartphones are invaluable navigation tools for outdoor enthusiasts, however, they shouldn’t be relied on when your life is […]

Bear attack prevention Bears in the wild typically want nothing to do with humans. They’ll act aggressively if threatened, but as long as you give them plenty of space and make your presence known, most […]

Cowboy coffee step by step When you’re in the wilderness huddled over a hot-burning campfire in the cold of the morning there’s nothing more satisfying than a steaming mug of freshly brewed coffee. But before […]

Wolf Attack Prevention Many people have a fear of running into in wolf outdoors. But, contrary to popular belief, wolves very rarely attack or even approach human beings. Most of the available research suggests they […]

WILDERNESS SURVIVAL SKILLS Even the most experienced outdoorsman can find themselves suddenly lost in the wilderness. There are several reasons for this, including unfamiliar terrain, bad weather or a lack of visual markers. Other factors […]

Hiking and Backpacking Essentials Hiking is a lot of fun but the experience can go south fast unless you’ve packed the proper supplies. Take it from me – I’ve found myself deep into the Wisconsin […]