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EAT THE WEEDS – POISON HEMLOCK

Poison hemlock (Conium maculatum) is a highly toxic plant that is native to Europe and North Africa and has become naturalized in many parts of the world. It can be difficult to identify, especially when it is young, but here are some key features that can help you recognize it:

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EAT THE WEEDS – GREAT MULLEIN

Great mullein has a long history of medicinal use and has been used for centuries to treat a variety of ailments. The leaves and flowers of the plant contain a variety of compounds, including saponins, mucilage, and flavonoids, which have medicinal properties.

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PREVENT WINTER INJURIES

We thought we would share a few general winter survival tips to help prevent winter injuries caused by changes mother nature may have in mind. 

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Winter Clothing

Layering clothes is an effective way to stay comfortable and protected from the elements in various weather conditions. By layering clothing, you can regulate your body temperature, stay dry, and adapt to changing weather conditions. This technique is commonly used in outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, skiing, and mountaineering. The meta data also includes information on the types of layers and fabrics to use, as well as the importance of layering for different activities and climates.

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Another Tucking Survival Tip

An easy to follow survival tip. If we tuck our pants into our socks, shirt into our pants, and so on, we trap this warmed air in a pocket of insulation so it can keep us warm instead of heating the universe. If you have long hair, tuck it into your shirt, too. Anything you can do to hold the heated air in and close to your skin will go a long way toward keeping you warm.

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The 5 C’s of Survival Gear

The Basic gear you should have to survive the night outdoors. A common mistake most adventures make is heading outdoors without the necessary gear should something go wrong. People get lost, hurt, or stranded in the outdoors all the time and find themselves in life threatening situations because of their failure to prepare.

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Understanding Water Survival

Learn the importance of water survival techniques to survive cold water immursion, sinking vehicle accidents, and floods.

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10 Reasons to Take a Survival Class at TSU

Reasons to learn survival skills are legion, but here are ten to consider before you sign up for a survival class.

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Get Home Bag / Survival Kit

Gear makes things easier so I do still carry items in my car or on my body at all times. Here is a list of the pack contents that I put in my vehicle when I leave for longer trips.

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Costa Rica Jungle Adventure

I’m going back down to Costa Rica to see my friend Alberto Lopez for a Jungle Adventure and would like to invite you to come with me.

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Why should I take a Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness First Responder Class?

I’m not a medic or doctor, why should I take a Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness First Responder Class?  If you are here then you are most likely an […]

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How to Survive an Avalanche

The first best way to survive an avalanche is to understand what causes them to occur.  This will allow you to recognize an avalanche area and […]

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