Author: Survival Life

The California wildfires may easily get out of hand. How prepared are you if that happens? Plan ahead and keep the family safe with our wildfire preparedness kit and checklist below! How to Build Your Wildfire Preparedness Kit Fleeing a wildfire can be a terrifying experience, and you don’t want to wait until the last […]

While out in the woods, it would be nice to be able to make bushcraft chairs for your own comfort by just using materials from your surroundings. Here’s how you can do that. How to DIY Bushcraft Chairs It’s hard to discount a good chair at the camp. The crackle and pop of a fire […]

Any Boy Scout at one point or another learned lashings.  One of the most useful lashings for you to always know how to do is the Square Lash.  Square lashing can be used to build beds, chairs, ladders, towers and many other things. It’s a strong lash generally used for load-bearing joints, whereas the diagonal […]

Rope is one of those survival items that is truly indispensable. It can make traps, shelters, packs, hammocks, gill nets, and so much more. There’s probably nothing else more essential to have in your bugout bag. There are times though when you may want to opt to make your own cordage, either out of manmade […]

Do you live in an area where wildfires are common? Wildfires can get out of hand pretty quickly, so you must prepare ahead. Here’s how to evacuate if you live near a fire. Evacuating If You Live Near a Fire-Prone Area Since the beginning of 2020, wildfires have raged through California, burning nearly 3.2 million […]

How do you feel about eating bugs and insects? When your life depends on it, you will not have a choice. Perhaps, you can make it a better experience with the recipes we have here. Eating Bugs and Insects for Survival Isn’t So Bad If you find yourself stuck in the wilderness, you must stop […]

Many of the survival resources we are going to discuss in this article should only be taken advantage of in a total collapse situation. You should only use these items if they are your last resort for survival. We are not advocating the destruction or theft of any public property. Go-to Survival Resources Now that’s […]

How ready and prepared are you for an earthquake? If you still don’t have an action plan yet, check out these tips on earthquake preparedness. Earthquake Preparedness Tips There are many natural disasters that can strike and put your family and your home in danger, including flash flooding, lightning strikes, tornadoes, hurricanes, winter storms, tsunamis, […]

What is a throwing stick and how can you use this as a weapon? Learn more about this impromptu weapon here! How the Throwing Stick Becomes Your Weapon A throwing stick is a simple but versatile tool that dates back centuries. They were used by the ancient Egyptians and by Aborigines in Australia, who later […]

What is tripod lashing? And how can it help you in survival situations? Improve your bushcraft skill by reading our tips below. How to Use Tripod Lashing for Survival Bushcraft is a collection of wilderness survival skills that have been learned, used, and practiced over time to help people better survive or enjoy the wilderness […]