The Novice Survivalist
A novice outdoorsmen learning camping, fishing, bushcraft and survival. "KNOWLEDGE IS A SURVIVAL SKILL"
Category: Basic Survival skills
Watch “VLOG75 Walk about and Scout Carleton college north walking trails Dakota County MN” on YouTube
Lately I have been making a point of getting out and enjoying some outdoor time. I have found a great app. (Actually recommended to me by a subscriber on my youtube channel.) Its call All trails. Its a great app and allows you to… Continue Reading “Watch “VLOG75 Walk about and Scout Carleton college north walking trails Dakota County MN” on YouTube”
Prepping for my first Minnesota winter Camp
Not only to survive the winter without any mishaps but also to prepare to do a winter camping trip. This for me will be my biggest challenge yet in the outdoors. Something I look forward to with some trepidation. Can I do this, am I prepared, what to take, where and when.
Another 2 minute tip for the Novice survivalist
Campers I have just uploaded a short video (Yes it’s 2 minutes ) on how to get started with making fire using a ferrocerium rod. It’s a simple change in the way you position yourself and the rod and striker. Then by only moving… Continue Reading “Another 2 minute tip for the Novice survivalist”
Reference Page, tips and tricks
Hey Campers, I have been remiss in my blogging. Apologies to all. Life, work and other commitments tend to get in the way. However things are now getting to normal, well almost. This update is about my reference page. For those of you who… Continue Reading “Reference Page, tips and tricks”
A new look at My Camping Equipment and other Big Changes
Source: A new look at My Camping Equipment and other Big Changes Latest Blog post. Its been awhile read and find out why. All very exciting for me. TNS
Canvas Needle. The last of the 10 C;s
Although a play on words, A Canvass needle is more than likely to be replaced by a small modified sewing kit. What for you ask. Well lets look at some needs for a sewing kit. Clothing repair Cover repair. ( Tarp tent etc.) Medical use… Continue Reading “Canvas Needle. The last of the 10 C;s”
Dirt time 9- Cargo Tape
This is one of the “not really required” items on the 10’Cs of survival list. However its a very versatile item to have in your bag of survival tricks. Cargo Tape, number 9 on the 10 c’s list, also known as Duck Tape or Gorilla tape… Continue Reading “Dirt time 9- Cargo Tape”
Finding the perfect Pack for your survival skills and tools
Lately have been doing some work on my Emergency/Survival packs. Not the contents although I have been covering that, more the actual pack, bag or pouch to carry your survival gear. It’s not really something I have covered in previous Blogs or even the website. So… Continue Reading “Finding the perfect Pack for your survival skills and tools”
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