Tag: Basic survival

My Walkabout possible’s pouch or Survival pouch.

Posted on February 28, 2018 by

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a simple survival pouch I carry with me when going on a walkabout in the outdoors. This little pouch I attach to my walkabout back pack. It has a very basic set of survival items I feel can get me out of most situations that I could encounter on a fairly short (day) walk in the wilderness.

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A buck, a belt and my camp companion.

Posted on February 22, 2018 by

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A look at my 3 knives and their job descriptions…

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Survive on a dime – Can you?

Posted on February 18, 2018 by

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Hi Campers, I was rummaging around in my camping and survival goodies as usual. I do this about once a month on average. I’m a geek with camping and survival stuff. Love to look at, touch and feel them in my hands. Yes a… Continue Reading “Survive on a dime – Can you?”

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Just 2 words, Winter walkabout

Posted on February 14, 2018 by

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  Hello fellow campers, hikers, backpackers. survivalists and outdoors enthusiasts etc.. etc. You know who you are! Winter is still going strong here in Minnesota. Yesterday my much needed sleep was interrupted by maintenance being performed on the complex. Unfortunately (Or fortunately) I work… Continue Reading “Just 2 words, Winter walkabout”

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2nd Chance George

Posted on February 8, 2018 by

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For those of you who don’t know. I have a You Tube Channel. Actually two. But I post videos on the “2nd Chance George channel”, of my camping and survival ideas and dirt time tests of  it. So you may find it useful. Check… Continue Reading “2nd Chance George”

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Yep. another 2 Minute tip, blog,vlog and more

Posted on November 30, 2017 by

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When I started this site and blog its was originally intended as a self help blog for me…and others in being prepared for the outdoors. Basic survival skills and equipment was on my mind. The site has evolved into more of my enjoyment of the outdoors.

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Prepping for my first Minnesota winter Camp

Posted on November 14, 2017 by

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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.

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French Army F1 2 man pup tent.

Posted on October 29, 2017 by

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Hi Campers, I recently purchased a new camp tent. Why you ask. My old tent was a Ozark trails 2 man tent I purchased at Walmart. Great little tent, however I recently managed to put a hole in it. Repairing it would just need… Continue Reading “French Army F1 2 man pup tent.”

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Another 2 minute tip for the Novice survivalist

Posted on October 7, 2017 by

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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”

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Reference Page, tips and tricks

Posted on October 2, 2017 by

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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”

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