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• The 5 Most Common Outdoor Injuries and How to Treat Them(Post)

  The 5 Most Common Outdoor Injuries and How to Treat Them Outdoor enthusiasts know that the thrill of the wilderness comes with its share of risks. While dramatic injuries such as from a bear mauling o

• Effective Ways to Stay Hydrated Outdoors(Post)

  Water is essential for good health. It helps to regulate body temperature, transport nutrients and oxygen throughout the body, and flush toxins from the system.  When you’re adequately hydrated, you h

• Building a Medical Kit For Disaster Emergencies(Post)

  Some of the most devastating emergencies that can strike you and your family come from nature itself. From hurricanes, floods, fire, ice storms, or mudslides — the elements can truly ravage your home

• Survival Items Every Driver Should Have in Their Vehicle for Winter(Post)

  Survival Items Every Driver Should Have in Their Vehicle for Winter You hopefully already have emergency essentials in your vehicle, such as jumper cables, a first aid kit, roadside reflectors, and ba

• What does mil-spec mean?(Post)

  Real mil-spec cites a document number. "Military grade" cites nothing. That's the whole test, and it takes maybe five seconds on any product page. Military grade is a phrase somebody in marketing made

• 10 Ways to Use Glow Sticks for Survival (Post)

  With all of the advancements in LED lighting over the years, glow sticks—aka chemical lights—have become an overlooked prep item. While they won’t replace a good headlamp or lantern, glow sticks have

• ​Improved Modular Sleeping System (IMSS) Review(Post)

  Improved Modular Sleeping System (IMSS) Review In 1998, the US Military introduced their Modular Sleeping System (MSS). The system consisted of three key parts that could be used separately or togeth

• How Many MREs Do You Need Per Day?(Post)

  Meals Ready to Eat (MREs) are one of the most popular foods to stockpile for disaster preparedness because they are designed to meet daily nutritional requirements and don’t require any preparation. M

• ​​Furniture Store Vs. Commercial Bunk Beds(Post)

  Furniture Store Vs. Commercial Metal Bunk Bed Sets: How They're Made & the Difference in Quality So you’re interested in purchasing bunk beds and trying to make sense of the price variations, styles a

• Sleeping Bag vs. Wool Blanket vs. Woobie for Outdoor Use(Post)

  When it comes to sleep systems for outdoor use, you’ve got three main options for staying warm: sleeping bags, wool blankets, and poncho liners (aka woobie). The choice is partly a matter of personal

• Emergency Shelter Tips For Success(Post)

  When adverse weather strikes, a pleasant day outdoors can quickly turn perilous. Sometimes you may have time to reach your car or find an indoor facility where you can sit out the storm. But what if

• Layering: A Survival Guide For the Cold(Post)

  Master Chief here at 10,000 feet in the Colorado Rockies. In my 25 years as an elite operator, I learned a few things about staying warm in extremely cold environments. I still use these skills here