Using Tree Bark For Survival

In the wilderness you have to make do with what nature gives you and one thing that come in abundance is tree bark.
Tree bark can be used in many ways you can:
1Good kindling to start a fire.
2.Use as a base for fire.
3.Even use as eating utensils.

Survival Cache

A survival cache is something that will hold things you might need in emergency situations. Not in small emergencies, but major ones like a serious catastrophe or a war on our soil. You bury a survival cache somewhere near home so that you can get it when you need it.

First get 4" pvc pipe about 4 feet long, pvc cap, pvc female end cap, and all purpose cement glue(pvc glue).

Following the directions on the glue put both caps on leaving it unscrewed.

Now you want to fill it with food, medical supplies, knife, flashlight, fire making supplies, and whatever else you think you might need.

Before you fill it and bury it I recommend you line it with a plastic garbage bag for extra protection from wetness.

Screw the cap on and bury it, you never know when you might need it.

The Tin Can Survival Cook Stove

Here is a good thing to know how to make the tin can suvival cook stove. You need a 7 inch tin can, can opener, knife, and a pen. Could come in handy in a survival odd situation. So watch this ten minute You Tube video from antagonizerr.

Storing food for winter

If something happens more long term its probably a good to store food for the winter. One way to do this is to pickle fruits and vegetables. For starters you might want to just try regular pickles and work your way up to other things. Here is a pickle recipe you could try from ehow .


Things You'll Need:

* Pickling jars
* 6 cups distilled water
* 3 cups white vinegar
* 1/2 cup pickling salt
* Large pot
* Selection of vegetables
* Crushed red pepper (optional)
* Vegetable oil

1. Step 1

   Use the right jar designated for pickling. Choose a size that meets your needs from 1 oz. to 32 oz. sizes. Make sure you sterilize them before use.

2. Step 2

   Use the brine as a base for all pickling. Mix 6 cups distilled water, 3 cups white vinegar and 1/2 cup pickling salt in a large pot. Boil gently.

3. Step 3

   Choose to pickle your favorite vegetables. For an extra kick, add 1/4 teaspoon of crushed red pepper in each jar. Fill each jar with the vegetables you desire and add the boiling brine to the jar. Leave about 1/2 inch at the top and add 1/4 inch vegetable oil, then seal tightly.

4. Step 4

   Label and date each item. This step can also help remind you if you added any extra ingredients such as a spicy addition.

5. Step 5

   Store in a cool, dry place and soak at least 2 weeks before opening to allow the food to absorb the flavors. Refrigerate after opening.

SURVIVAL

Episode 1 Five Points Survival



Episode 2 Starvation



Episode 3 Quest for The Stone



Episode 4 In The Cold of The Night

Life Without The Weather Channel

If you are stuck in the woods a very important thing to notice is the signs of weather changes. The last thing you want to have happen is to be caught in a sudden rain storm without having any form of shelter. If it is cold soaking your clothes only makes things that much worse especially if you don't have a fire already started.

First thing you need pay attention to is the force and directions of the winds. If it is windy and dry, most likely it will continue to be so until the wind losses force or changing directions. These are the times when you could receive a bit of rain.

Remember, if you are stuck in the woods it is also just as important to trap rainwater to drink if you do not know of any clean water sources around you. You can use plants or even your clothing to collect water. Just ring the water out of your clothes once they are soaked. You can also use this trick in the mornings. Simply tie your shirt around your ankles and walk through dewy plants and ring out the trapped water.

If is is foggy this doesn't necessarily mean it is going to rain. A lot of times only once the wind picks up it will begin to rain. You can also watch the clouds for a cue on which way the weather may turn. Generally, the higher the clouds the better the weather, but you can also learn the different types of clouds to predict even more accurately.

The wildlife around you can also tell you a bit about what type of weather is headed your way. Squirrels and rabbits will be very active right before a storm. Birds will also feed in lower locations then normal when a storm is approaching.

Yet another indicator is your fire smoke. If it is going straight up the weather should be fine, but if the smoke is swirling or pushing downward, most likely a storm is near. Of course, if all else fails try and remember the old saying, "Red Sky At Night, Sailors Delight, Red Sky In The Morning, Sailors Take Warning..."

Hiking Survival Tips & Techniques : How to Build a Camp Fire

Learn how to build a good camp fire, in this free hiking video lesson.

How To Catch An Animal In The Wild

When you are stuck in the woods one of the most important things is finding a food source. While roots, berries, and insect work sometimes, a good animal catch can mean the difference between life and death.

The first thing you need to realize is that (like some humans) animals are creatures of habit, and they usually can be found in one of these three places. The food source were animals eat, the water source were they quench their thirst, or their home were they rest. Always look for tracks, droppings or beaten down paths that would indicate that an animal has been through the area. These are the places were you want to set your traps.


Remember, always try and be down wind from any of your prey as your scent can give away your presence. Also, make sure you tread lightly, don't scare away a potential meal. This will not be an easy task, but in the wild nothing is easy.  You can check out more in the videos below...




Once you are successful, and manage to trap a creature make sure to cook it throughly if at all possible. Another tip is to not waste your cooking fire, always be boiling some water for your next day of survival.

Don't forget man did once have to hunt for it's food...

Dangers to Avoid in the Desert

Heres some helpful hints for surviving if your ever in the desert.

Click here for more on "Dangers to Avoid in the Desert"

Making traps for small animals

How to catch rabbits and other animals in a survival situation. No animals were harmed in the making of this instructional video.

Plants You Don't Want To Eat In The Wild

Try to avoid plants that are red, fruit that is divided into five parts, old or wilted leaves, and any plant that releases a milky sap. These types of plants can be harmful and should be avoided in the wild.

Picture By: Nature's Wallpaper

When you can find fruits that are edible, and you can identify like the blue berries above, choose the more mature larger plants that have ripe colored berries, not green ones. Be sure to gather as many as you can, but try not to gorge yourself right away if you haven't eaten in a while, this can cause stomach problems.

More edible plants include clovers, violets, hops, and currants.

Stay tuned to Survival Odds for more tips...

Daily survival tips calander

Most flamable wood excelent for starting fires is white birch bark.

found in colder climate areas