Starting a Fire Outdoors Using Natural Fire Lighters

Starting a Fire Outdoors Using Natural Fire Lighters

May 28, 2009 by gestroud  
Filed under Fires & Warmth, Survival Skills, Video




Lighting a fire in the wild can be tricky. Here’s an introduction to natural fire lighters that will make starting a fire while you’re camping or trying to survive outdoors a little bit easier. Includes a look at maya sticks, birch bark and cramp balls.

How To Find Your Shelter At Night

How To Find Your Shelter At Night

May 28, 2009 by gestroud  
Filed under Orientation, Survival Skills, Video




You don’t want to lose your way back to your shelter at night while you’re out in the wilderness. Bush craft expert Simon Ellar demonstrates to a handy reflector, so you can always find your shelter at night.