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The debris hut is an extremely versatile wilderness survival shelter. It can be built in almost any habitat and does not require tools or special equipment. Creating an effective shelter is one of the most important priorities in a survival situation. Most lost people perish from hypothermia, which may have been easily avoided had they constructed a simple shelter. The leaves keep in your body heat so you don’t freeze to death. Also the debris hut can camouflage you from unwanted predators. For…

Donna, Gina, and Jenny were all stranded in the middle of death valley, when they had the unlikely chance of finding a campsite. This campsite had a white trailer, and a tiny, little house type porch, built out of wood. It was completely empty, and the wood had holes in it. They were surprised to know it was still standing, as it was clear that it had been that way for a long time. “Let’s get in this trailer and try to find some food inside.” Gina brainstormed. The door on the trailer was…

For the seventh straight year, 80 of my Iranian family members and I made plans to stay at the Catoctin Mountains for a weekend camping trip. Every year, camp is filled with laughter, excitement, music, and dance. The setting is beautiful and stress free. I expected camp to be even better this past year because I had finally reached the age where I would be allowed to bunk with my older cousins. Turns out I was completely wrong. A searing pain in my abdomen woke me up at five in the morning. I…

Summer was drawing to a close, and I found myself at my friend Max’s house. Max was having us over to host my friend circle’s weekly Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) event. An ulterior motive, however, did (relatively) exist: Max was having us move some miscellaneous furniture around the house. Nothing too burdensome of course; just a sofa, a pool table, a shelf, and an armchair. After we finished, there was D&D to be played. Playing the game there was Hunter, Ian, Keagan, Max (obviously), Stephen,…

room. You're there because if the library was upstairs you would probably get killed. The building you walked into was destroyed by bullets and bombs. If you think it’s hard to imagine, just think how it feels to live is Syria. In the article “Refugee Tent Camp for Syrians Grows into a Busy Jordanian City” by the Associated Press it states that there is a town called Zaatari, it is the ninth biggest city in Jordan and about three years ago the city was once…

Survival Uses for Cheesecloth Cheesecloth is available in a number of grades ranging from open to extra-fine weave. Grades are distinguished by the number of threads per inch in each direction. The grades range from #10 to #90 with 10 being the loose grade and 90 being a tight weave. The # 10 grade, for example, has 20 vertical and 12 horizontal threads per inch, while, #90 has 44 vertical and 36 horizontal threads per inch. The other grades fall somewhere in between. The uses are only limited…

ENCOUNTER WITH DOROBO I absolutely love the feeling of being in the wild, with abundant wildlife and myriad of amazing birds, the amazing scenery of this unspoiled land. As the day gives way to the night a whole new adventure begins. It is after dinner here in the heart of the savannah. A time to share stories by the fire place at Wilderness Camp. We sit around a crackling fire enjoying a drink as we stare up at the clear sky littered with stars and hearing a lion roar in the distance. We are…

For my ethnography project I have chosen to research campground workers. Campground workers set up, regulate, and maintain state campgrounds as well as local campgrounds and recreational sites. Staff clean campsites after visitors and make sure that each campground is maintained well and the park is respected properly. Staff include police rangers who also keep the parks and camsites up to date by making sure everyone visiting also respect nature while at the same time enjoy the peace and quiet…

There is no greater retreat on earth than a weekend spent in a Smoky Mountain cabin. This relatively affordable abode comes in a few different forms ranging from exquisitely luxurious to rustically quaint. No matter what your tastes, you are certain to find a Smoky Mountain cabin that is right for your vacation. The first step to your own Smoky Mountain getaway is as close as your computer. I found a lot of resources that will point anyone looking for a romantic retreat like this on the…

Choosing the Best Hunting Backpacks If you are a lifelong hunter, you know where to go, when to go, and what you want to take with you. Most know that less is more when you are traveling through the woods on a hunting trip, but that does not mean that you have to go it with just your gun and some beef jerky in your pocket. There are some great items that can help you on your trip, and some things that you should have with you, like compass and some bottled water. A folding seat can be great if…