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Ferrocerium Rod (Firestarter)

In the world of firestarting,one of the most, if not the most common method of bushcraft firestarting seems to be the Ferrocerium Rod. This is a firestarting tool comes in the form of a long shaft of ferrocerium alloy, a mixture of iron and cerium, and a striker made of some kind of metal. TheContinue reading “Ferrocerium Rod (Firestarter)”

Tourniquet (Medical)

Tourniquets are the first line of defense against a massive hemorrhage event, when arterial bleeding is involved. There are many tourniquets on the market, and there are also improvised options. The key element of the tourniquet is a band which wraps around the limb, and can be pulled or twisted tight to compress an artery,Continue reading “Tourniquet (Medical)”

Squared Away: Episode 9 Manual of Field Fortification and Getting a Dog

In this episode of squared away, we’re going to be talking about the past TWO weeks worth of preparation, which has unfortunately not been very much. I’m honestly pretty upset about how little I’ve been able to accomplish, but I have worked out a few things. So lets hop right on in and get SquaredContinue reading “Squared Away: Episode 9 Manual of Field Fortification and Getting a Dog”

Squared Away: Ep. 8 Try Sticks and the Two Minute Shelter

In this episode of the Squared Away series, I’m going to go over some awesome survival tools and techniques I’ve learned, and do a little review on the Cyalume Red chemlights. The Try Stick The Try Stick is a simple bushcrafters tool for practicing skills. Is free, effective, and great for learning how to doContinue reading “Squared Away: Ep. 8 Try Sticks and the Two Minute Shelter”

Maps

Maps are one of the building blocks of land navigation. There are four primary maps for Modern Survivalists: Physical, Topographical, Road and Climate Maps. Another useful map is an Economic or Resource Map. Physical Maps Physical maps use a color scheme to help highlight raised and lowered areas, like mountains and valleys, to help youContinue reading “Maps”

Land Navigation

Land Navigation is the art of moving a person or group of people over land using a map, compass, and other navigational assets. It is an essential part of the Modern Survivalists tool box. Learning to read grid coordinates, contours, azimuths, and field expedient methods are all parts of Land Navigation. An excellent video onContinue reading “Land Navigation”

Grey Man

Grey Man is a survival concept which proposes being as unassuming as possible is the best way to be safe. This tactic places an emphasis on looking as civilian as possible, OR as tourist as possible, depending on which is a lower risk. It’s commonly considered the survivalists best friend, allowing you to evade riskContinue reading “Grey Man”

Squared Away: Ep. 7 Range Day Lessons, Drying Mint

I like firearms. I believe in guns as a means of protection, against criminals and corrupt government officials. I am also a very bad shooter. In this episode of Squared Away, I’m going to tell you some humbling things about my range day, and what I’ve learned. I’m also going to tell you all aboutContinue reading “Squared Away: Ep. 7 Range Day Lessons, Drying Mint”

Featherstick

A featherstick is a type of fire making technique where you make cuts down the length of a stick, peeling layers off almost all the way to the end. This creates a “feathered” appearance on the wooden stick, and allows good air to fuel ratio. You can make feathersticks from almost any wood, although someContinue reading “Featherstick”

Squared Away Ep. 6: Getting Fit, and Water Kit

This week on the Squared Away blog, I’m going to be talking about what I’m doing to get fit, breaking down what’s in my go bag water kit, and why I set things up the way I have. Getting Fit: Working Out I’m in reasonably good health, but let’s be honest, most of us aren’tContinue reading “Squared Away Ep. 6: Getting Fit, and Water Kit”