(Natural News) While you’re in civilization, modern medicine is always within arm’s reach thanks to pharmacies, clinics, and hospitals. But if you’re trapped in the wilderness for a couple of days or longer, you’re going to need more than a simple first aid kit. In other parts of the world, certain tribes and cultures still […]

(Natural News) Mushrooms – depending on which ones you pick, they can either be the boon or the bane of any outdoorsman. Just as there are multiple edible and nutrient-filled varieties of mushroom, there are also just as many that can kill you with a bite. Fortunately, telling the difference between a mushroom that will […]

(Natural News) Knowing how to preserve food is an important skill for a prepper, but you also need to read up on food safety if you’re interested in learning about food preservation. If you make a mistake during the canning and preserving process, anyone who eats the food you preserved can get sick and they […]

(Natural News) When you think of survival equipment, the nail clipper doesn’t immediately jump to mind. A nail clipper doesn’t do much else other than clip nails – or so you think. The fact is that this humble grooming kit essential would fit right in with other kinds of camping equipment. First off, keeping your fingernails […]

(Natural News) For any prepper, survivalist, and camper, a basic knowledge in first-aid is essential, since it increases his survival rate during emergency situations. To get you started on basic first aid, here are six skills that you need to know. (h/t to SHTFBlog.com) Learn how to do CPR – A person who knows cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is […]

(Natural News) Survival skills may not be that important if you stay inside the confines of an urban jungle, but the moment you find yourself out in nature, those are the most important skills that you can have. These skills can involve many things, such as being able to catch your own food, then later […]

(Natural News) Everybody knows that you need water to live. Without it, you’d be pushing in as little as 72 hours. What isn’t as common, however, is knowing how to purify water properly. If you think making potable water simply involves running it through a filter — you’ve just made one of the most common mistakes in […]

(Natural News) The wilderness can be treacherous and unforgiving, especially for those who are poorly equipped with the essential survival skills. It is always important to have the right attitude and mindset before venturing out into the wilderness and once adversities and challenges set in. It might be helpful to avoid the following habits in order to […]

(Natural News) Whether it be backpacking, hiking, or conquering the world in survival mode, what you bring determines your success. But in order to bring anything in the first place, you should have a bag to carry all the stuff you need. Selecting the right backpack might not be easy, so here are six questions […]

(Natural News) Clothing is an essential part of outdoor survival, and many seasoned and expert survivalists will agree that wearing the right clothes and accessories will boost the chances of survival. An article featured on the Survival Frog blog stressed that choosing the right clothes help protect against the elements including the wind, rain or snow. Clothing also helps keep the body dry, warm and well-insulated, the blog read. […]