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Flint Knapping for Beginners: My Hilarious Failures & How to Do It Right

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The Noob’s Guide to Flint Knapping: Why I Stink at It and You Might Too (Unless You’re Smart)

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How to Tie The Double Half-Hitch Knot

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Double Half-Hitch Knot: Step-by-Step Guide & Expert Tips There is an old joke that says, "If you do not know a knot, then tie a lot!" While it is...

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What to Do When You Encounter a Wolf in the Wild

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What to Do When You Encounter a Wolf in the Wild

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Navigation Skills vs. Orienteering & Geocaching: Why Real-World Navigation Matters

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Navigation: More Than Just a Game – How Orienteering, Geocaching, and Real-World Skills Intersect Have you ever been deep in the woods with just a...

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Beyond the Flick: Fire-Starting Hacks for Broken, Empty, and Wet Lighters

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Mastering Fire with a Lighter: Overcoming Challenges and Maximizing Reliability

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Why Every City Dweller Needs Wilderness First Responder Training

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Life-Saving Skills for Everyday Emergencies

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Mastering Fire for Survival: How to Pack a TRUE emergency fire kit

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Mastering Fire for Survival: Packing a Fire Kit for Warmth, Cooking, and Signaling or How to Pack a TRUE emergency fire kit. At least one time a...

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Surviving the 2025 LA Fires: How to Evacuate Safely with Your Bug Out Bag and Plan

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Survival Tips: Preparing Your Bug Out Bag and Evacuation Plan for the 2025 LA Fires I was on my way to visit my oldest son in LA for a few days. As I...

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