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Multipurpose Wool Scarf – Cold Weather Survival

By at November 15, 2011 | 11:25 pm | 20 Comments

Multipurpose Wool Scarf – Cold Weather Survival

According to Mors Kochanski wool survival scarves are a must for the would be survivor. They can be used as a scarf, compression bandage, sling, leg stockings, baffle, water filter and more. He also recommends a different type of ripstop nylon the size of a sleeping bag that can be stuffed and used as a blanket, underpad, vest, etc. This video focuses on the army style more...

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Cold Weather Survival Evaluation

By at March 15, 2011 | 11:51 pm | 20 Comments

Cold Weather Survival Evaluation

Are you ready to bug out in cold weather? What gear would you need? How would you stay clean? I thought I was ready until I actually tried winter camping for ten days. I had a lot to learn, the hard, cold way. Sot and I arrived on Sunday and were stoked to get on the trail to find a place to set up camp. The snow wasn't deep enough to need snowshoes, which also meant we more...

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When you’re Unprepared in Winter, you die. (Hypothermia Film)

By at March 15, 2011 | 11:41 pm | 7 Comments

When you’re Unprepared in Winter, you die. (Hypothermia Film)

In January of 2011, a huge snowstorm hit suddenly. Several people were lost. One man disappeared for weeks while trying to drive home. One month later, this footage was found. For more information about this video, go here: bit.ly This is a dramatic recreation of several instances where unprepared people died from exposure and hypothermia. If you aren't properly prepared, more...

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