How to make your own hand sanitizer (it’s super easy).
Hand sanitizer is not as effective as washing your hands but will suffice in situations where hand washing is not…
Wilderness and Urban Survival Guide
Hand sanitizer is not as effective as washing your hands but will suffice in situations where hand washing is not…
Hygiene is a typical routine for most people but cleanliness in the wilderness is sometimes...
Mountain lions, also called cougars, may be found from the Canadian Yukon to the southern Andes of South America. They…
It is quite common to fall or be thrown during a combat situation. To minimize the chance of injury, and…
The 19-page document below is a transcript of a file title "A Study of Assassination". It is believed to have…
Black bears are highly dexterous, being capable of opening screw-top jars and manipulating door latches. They are very strong with…
The gray wolf (aka timber wolf or western wolf) is native to the wilderness areas of North America, Eurasia, and…
To track a human being, make sure you first understand how to track an animal. The concepts involved are similar…
Tracks and signs (collectively termed “spoor” by trackers) include any kind of mark or disturbance left by the passing or…
Mule deer are indigenous to western North America and are named for their large ears. Unlike the related White-tailed deer,…
White-tailed deer are native to the United States, Canada, Mexico, Central America, and South America. White-tail deer have also been…
In a close combat situation, many people consider the fists as the only weapon of the body. Fists are important…
The following are key tactical concepts that should be followed in a close combat situation. Each rule by itself is…
We've frequently mentioned on Wilderness Arena, two important aspects of survival that many may find surprising – cleanliness and state…
When you find yourself in a wilderness survival situation, cleanliness and hygiene are often not at the top of your…
It happens to the best of us. You have the food but forgot the eating utensils or plates. When it…
Glue can be used to repair tents, tarps, and to form tools (e.g. fletching on an arrow). It can be…
Imagine the apocalypse has struck, zombies are running wild, and civilization as we know it has basically ceased to exist–…
Interesting idea – a paracord “grenade”. The cable ties, which allow you to hang the cord from jackets, belts, and…
In a survival situation, a mixture of mud and grasses can be used to create a substance known as “survival…
You can make rope or natural cordage (rope and string) from many different fibers including (Bast) Dogbane, Milkweed, Nettles, Hemp,…
Carabiner Brake Introduction Rappelling typically makes use of specialized equipment, such as brake racks and...
Belaying is a method of applying friction to the rope to control the amount of rope that is paid out…
Bowline on a coil The bowline on a coil is utilized to secure a climber...
Rappel seat left hand brake The rappel seat is utilized to form a rope harness...