Practical knowledge for when it matters
Explanations, buying guides and field experience about water, energy, lighting and emergency situations. Written clearly and without fearmongering, so you can make an informed choice.
72 hours without tap water: how to prepare
Prepare for 72 hours without tap water: how much water you need, how to store it and when boiling, filtering or disinfecting is appropriate.
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72 hours without power: how to prepare
Prepare for 72 hours without power by arranging water, food, lighting, communication, warmth and emergency power in advance.
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Why emergency kits are becoming increasingly important
Why are emergency kits becoming more common? Learn how 72-hour self-reliance, home supplies and a practical go-bag relate to one another.
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Winter Emergencies: How to Survive in Extreme Cold
A practical guide to extreme cold: stay dry and warm, recognise hypothermia and assemble a simple winter emergency kit.
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Prepping 101: A Beginner's Guide for People Who Are Prepared for Any Scenario
Prepping for beginners without excess: start with 72 hours of water, food, light, information, first aid and a simple emergency plan.
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Survival Myths Debunked: What Really Works and What Doesn't?
Six familiar survival myths explained, from moss and snow to making fire, following rivers and treating drinking water safely.
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Bushcraft Basics
Bushcraft for beginners: safely learn the basics of fire, water, shelter, navigation and tools without unnecessary survival tricks.
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Adventure Destinations
Five challenging wilderness trips and the preparation that matters: route conditions, altitude, season, navigation, permits and emergency planning.
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Navigating without GPS
Learn to navigate without GPS using a map, compass and landmarks. A practical foundation for hiking, bushcraft and emergencies.
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The best tools and techniques for outdoor cooking
Cooking outdoors while camping or practising bushcraft: choose a safe cooking method, lightweight cookware and meals that use little fuel and water.
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Survival for Beginners: 10 Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Ten common outdoor and survival mistakes beginners make, covering water, navigation, backpack weight, weather, first aid and emergency communication.
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