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New Apocalypse Chow Gourmet Survival Kits

by Outdoor Hub May 7, 2012
New Apocalypse Chow Gourmet Survival Kits

Wild Stuff Gift Kits, Grand Junction, CO, May 8, 2012–”We make survival fun.”– Says Deb Franzen about her Apocalypse Chow Survival Kits.”www.chow2012.com Franzen says–”With threat scenarios from zombies, pandemics, volcanoes, asteroid strikes, nuclear war, pandemics, civil unrest, Mayan Calendar predictions and so much more. We felt it was time to make survival fun and civilized for surviving [...]

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Storm Preparation: Gear for Before and After the Deluge

by Student of the Gun April 26, 2012
The Survivor Dry Box is water-resistant and comes with a compass and emergency signal mirror.

When your house is less than five miles from the Gulf of Mexico, thoughts of hurricane or storm preparation are never too far from your mind. Every few decades a monster storm blows in and is reported on for years to come. However, we all realize it doesn’t have to be the storm of the [...]

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“Urban Bug Out Bag Will Improve Survival Chances Tenfold,” Says AbsoluteRights.com

by Outdoor Hub Reporters April 20, 2012
“Urban Bug Out Bag Will Improve Survival Chances Tenfold,” Says AbsoluteRights.com

An urban bug out bag is the one piece of gear that will ensure the best chance of survival in a horrible disaster, according to today’s AbsoluteRights.com article. It’s estimated that over 5 million Americans have been forced to evacuate their homes in the last five years due to emergency and unsafe situations. When evacuation is required, [...]

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Not all Emergency Food is Created Equal

by Outdoor Hub April 3, 2012
Not all Emergency Food is Created Equal

There has been much hype recently regarding long term storage of food in case a catastrophic event disrupts the food supply. Grocery stores rely on a constant flow of incoming trucks to keep their shelves stocked. Emergency situations may lead to mass buying of food staples which can result in the depletion of their inventory [...]

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Video: Agilite and Israeli Special Forces Develop New Medevac Tool, the “Human Backpack”

by Outdoor Hub Reporters January 30, 2012
Agilite and Israeli Special Forces Develop New Medevac Tool, the “Human Backpack”

Developed by the Israeli Army and Agilite, the Injured Personnel Carrier (IPC) or “Human Backpack” could be the newest addition to emergency medical equipment kits for hikers and rescue teams. Hikers, hunters and other people who enjoy spending time out in the outdoors face the potential of injuries that Mother Nature can throw at them [...]

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Emergency Boating Gear – It’s in the Bag

by Yamaha July 12, 2011
Emergency Boating Gear – It’s in the Bag

Boating safety takes many forms. For example, the U.S. Coast Guard® recommends everyone aboard a recreational boat wear a personal flotation device at all times. The introduction of compact PFDs has been beneficial in increasing this safety practice among America’s boating public. Another example is the kill switch lanyard worn by the boat operator that [...]

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Handy New Duet Pocket Knife from Buck Knives

by Outdoor Hub June 21, 2011

POST FALLS, IDAHO– The new Model 306 Duet pocket knife from Buck Knives provides a great combination to have handy for a multitude of uses. It has a clip blade at one end and scissors at the other. There are three Duet Avid models available, with a choice of colors, and one Duet Select model. [...]

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How To Fish in a Survival Situation

by Survive The Outdoors June 2, 2011

In the open sea, fish will be the main food source. There are some poisonous and dangerous ocean fish, but, in general, when out of sight of land, fish are safe to eat. Nearer the shore there are fish that are both dangerous and poisonous to eat. There are some fish, such as the red [...]

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How to Survive The Open Seas, Precautionary Measures

by Survive The Outdoors June 2, 2011

When out on the open seas you can face many different weather conditions that you need to be prepared for. To keep the weather and environmental hazards from being a serious problem, you must first take precautionary measures as soon as possible. You must not only protect yourself from the immediate reactions of the weather, [...]

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How To Find Safe Water In The Jungle

by Survive The Outdoors June 1, 2011

Finding safe drinking water in a tropical area can be difficult. Even though water is abundant in most tropical environments, you may, as a survivor, have trouble finding it. If you do find water, it may not be safe to drink. Some of the many sources are vines, roots, palm trees, and condensation. You can [...]

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How To Travel Through Jungle Areas

by Survive The Outdoors June 1, 2011

With practice, movement through thick undergrowth and jungle can be done efficiently. Always wear long sleeves to avoid cuts and scratches. To move easily, you must develop “jungle eye,” that is, you should not concentrate on the pattern of bushes and trees to your immediate front. You must focus on the jungle further out and [...]

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How To Filter Water

by Survive The Outdoors June 1, 2011

Filering water will remove mud, dirt, and other problems, and improve taste and smell as well. If the water you find is also muddy, stagnant, and foul smelling, you can clear the water: By placing it in a container and letting it stand for 12 hours. By pouring it through a filtering system. Note: These [...]

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How To Purify Water

by Survive The Outdoors June 1, 2011

Purifying water makes packing huge amounts of water with you unnecessary. Rainwater collected in clean containers or in plants is usually safe for drinking. However, purify water from lakes, ponds, swamps, springs, or streams, especially the water near human settlements or in the tropics. When possible, purify all water you got from vegetation or from the [...]

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How To Make A Belowground Still

by Survive The Outdoors June 1, 2011

You can use stills in various areas of the world. They draw moisture from the ground and from plant material. You need certain materials to build a still, and you need time to let it collect the water. It takes about 24 hours to get 0.5 to 1 liter of water. To make a belowground [...]

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How To Construct An Aboveground Still

by Survive The Outdoors June 1, 2011

You can use stills in various areas of the world. They draw moisture from the ground and from plant material. You need certain materials to build a still, and you need time to let it collect the water. It takes about 24 hours to get 0.5 to 1 liter of water. There are two types [...]

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How To Treat Diarrhea

by Survive The Outdoors June 1, 2011

Diarrhea is a common, debilitating ailment caused by a change of water and food, drinking contaminated water, eating spoiled food, becoming fatigued, and using dirty dishes. You can avoid most of these causes by practicing preventive medicine.   If you get diarrhea, however, and do not have antidiarrheal medicine, one of the following treatments may [...]

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