The main thing when you are out in the woods, camping or far from help in any situation is to be safe and wise with your decisions. The smallest little injury, cut or sprained ankle can end up turning an afternoon hike into a very dangerous situation. Always make good decisions and think about the…

BC has a wide range of animals. Our coastal waters bring abundant sea life, birds and mammals of all shapes and sizes. This post is going to cover some of the aquatic life, aerial life and terrestrial animals that you may encounter. The Ocean Our coastal waters have a wide range of animals that live…

Whether you are car camping or deep in the bush it is important to understand some of the native plants that are in you immediate surroundings. Many are very beautiful, some are edible and some can be harmful, annoying and even poisonous. To be honest. This post is going to have a bunch of links…

Using your smart phone to check your location is not going to always be an option. Being able to navigate and assess your surroundings is key. Be able to read a compass and a topographical map, if you have one, is a great skill to have. Using the sun to orient yourself is very important….

In a non-survival situation, like camping or back packing you have the choice of what to bring. Many people would have a few variations but the basics are as follows: Navigation tools, sun protection, proper clothing, illumination, first aid, fire starter, repair kit and multi tool (Swiss army knife), food water (filter), and shelter (tent/tarp)….

Well, we have looked at some ways of staying dry and creating shelter from the elements. The next thing we need to study is how to make a fire!! Keeping warm, keeping dry, cooking food, sending a resume signal. These are some important reasons to hone your fire starting skills. Now, there are tools we…