Prepare, Adapt & Overcome
When it comes to camping, there are two schools of thought around creating meals:
It’s either,
“Hey, I’m ok being resourceful, so let’s take the minimum and catch or forage everything else!”
Or…
“We’re taking all the best foods we can fit in the cooler! If we catch something, sweet, it’ll be extra! But either way, we’ll eat like kings!”
The food philosophy camp you fall into comes down to how you prefer spending your time and energy in the great outdoors. [Read more…]
There are only two reasons why anyone would sleep outside in the dead of winter.
You’re either a hard-core adventurist or a survivalist (or both).
And when the winter months come along camping changes for the colder.
For every inch of snow and for every degree colder it gets, sleeping outside becomes more dangerous.
That’s why winter camping requires special gear.
And the most critical piece of winter equipment to invest in is a high-quality cold weather tent.
Because your super-lightweight summer camping tent won’t cut it. [Read more…]
If you’re looking for the best camping tent FOR YOU, you’re in the right place.
Because, nowadays, there are so many different types of tents to choose from, such as:
Survival Tents / Canvas Tents / Winter Tents / Hammock Tents / Etc.
And within each category, there are hundreds of brands and models.
So how do you shift through all the overwhelming options to find the ideal one for you?
It’s NOT easy, and it can be very frustrating unless you have someone who knows all about survival gear and camping gear in your corner. [Read more…]
Maybe you’re on the hunt for a kayak but you’re struggling to figure out the BEST kayak for YOU – you’re in the right place.
Today, I’m going to break down everything you need to know to find the kayak that will best meet your needs.
But regardless of the reason why you want a kayak – I’ve got you covered either way… [Read more…]
If you’ve been contemplating getting a tent heater – you’re in luck…
Never before have there been so many options.
I’ve personally invested in a tent heater and you SHOULD too.
It will make your offseason camping experience 10 times better!
So today I’m going to teach you everything I know about tent heaters, specifically:
Rocket Stoves Are A Prepared Survivalist’s Dream Tool – Discover The Best One’s Available TodayAir. Water. Food. Warmth. Self Defense.
The 5 fundamental requirements of survival. If you provide those 5 elements, you survive.
It might not be fun, it might not be pretty, but with them, you live.
So today let’s talk about one survival tool that supports both cooking and warmth in a single device – The Mighty Rocket Stove.
Specifically, we’ll deep dive into the following rocket stove topics: [Read more…]
If you’ve been contemplating getting a portable tent air conditioner (a.k.a. tent AC) – you’re in luck…
Never before have there been so many quality options to choose from.
So, yes, you SHOULD invest in a tent air conditioner. It will make your summer camping experience 10 times better!
Why? Because nothing ruins a fun camping trip more than tossing and turning in your own pool sweat all night.
It’s both gross and uncomfortable!
I love summer camping but the temperatures can get unbearably hot and muggy. Heck, before I got my tent AC I would consider canceling my trips due to the heat…
But not anymore. [Read more…]
Man, there’s an awful lot of confusion (and misinformation) about portable solar generators.
Seems like every week I get tons of questions about them.
For example:
I get it. These are the very same questions I had.
But the bottom line is:
We all want to know if they’re a reliable source of backup power generation. [Read more…]
The Best Outdoor Solar Lanterns For Camping and Survival
Having a dependable source of light in a survival situation is not just a “good idea”; it’s an essential one.
Not only can it light your way through the deep dark woods or an abandoned warehouse, but it’s an important morale booster.
Light acts like a security blanket in times of uncertainty.
Something to keep your mind strong and hope alive – when all it wants to do is freak out.
It’s sort of like fire in that way…
So it’s no surprise we get a lot of questions about what’s the best survival light source. [Read more…]
At the end of the day, nothing feels better than kicking off your boots and settling in for a good night’s sleep.
In a survival situation where you’ve been on the move all day, that goes double!
That’s why your choice of survival shelter makes a huge difference.
A cabin or other permanent structure gives you the ability to have a real bed and get the best sleep. But a traditional mattress isn’t very portable, even with a vehicle.
Most people reach for a tent when the situation calls for mobility.
Tents of all kinds are getting lighter and more compact every year, with great features. [Read more…]