How to make a bow drill in the wild (for starting fires and drilling holes)
A bow drill is most often used for starting a fire – it’s the most efficient fire starting method –…
How to forge metal in the wild – building a forge (foundry) from clay
If modern civilization fails, one of the first pieces of equipment required to bring mankind back from the stone age…
How to make a clay container (bowel) in the wild
In a wilderness survival situation, clay can be used to construct bowels, cups, ovenware, and other utensils. It is especially…
How to build a simple foundry (forge) and mold metal objects
In a survival situation, tools and weapons made from stone, bone, or wood will suffice but those same tools and…
How to build primitive weapons and tools from natural bone, rocks, shells, antlers, or animal teeth
Man has been working rocks, stone, and bone into tools, utensils, and weapons for millions of years. Given its abundance…
Cooking and Eating Utensils in the Wild
Using wood, bamboo, and even animal parts, you can use many materials to make equipment...
Clothing and Insulation in the Wild
You can use many materials for clothing and insulation. Both man-made materials, such as tarps...
Making Backpacks in the Wild
Rucksack (Backpack) Construction The materials for constructing a rucksack or pack are almost limitless. You...
In an extended survival situation, a walking stick can be your best friend. All about staffs and walking sticks.
Why Use a Walking Staff? A staff (also called a walking staff, walking stick, trekking...
