Monthly Archives: August 2008

Wilderness survival and huckleberries

Posted on August 13, 2008 by Kevin

First things first – if you do not know what it is, do not eat it. Its that simple, eating plants found in the wilderness is a gamble. Know what the plant is before you eat it, there is no … Continue reading →

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Large Alice Pack

Posted on August 9, 2008 by Kevin

The large ALICE pack is one of the most popular packs on the market. These packs are big enough to carry several days worth of clothing, food and other gear. Add this to the fact that they are inexpensive, and … Continue reading →

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Navigation with a GPS and Compass – Part 3

Posted on August 6, 2008 by Kevin

This video is the last of a three part series. The first two parts discussed the basics of navigation with a GPS and compass. This third and final video of the series takes us through a 6 – 8 mile … Continue reading →

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Navigation with a compass and GPS – Part 2

Posted on August 2, 2008 by Kevin

Using a compass and GPS is not really that difficult, but its not that easy either. Before a hiker or camper takes their GPS and compass into the wilderness, they should spend some time getting familiar with both of them. … Continue reading →

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