A trotline is nothing more than a fishing line with baited hooks attached to it at intervals by means of branch/drop lines. The branch line is a short length of line which is attached to the main line using a swivel, with a hook at the other end. A trotline can be set so it … [Read more...] about Survival fishing: How to make a trotline from paracord
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DIY Paracord Water Bottle Holder
Here are some easy instructions on how to make a quick paracord water bottle holder using a simple clinch knot. You can use this to attach your water bottle to your pack or use it to carry over your shoulder or even hang from your belt loop. … [Read more...] about DIY Paracord Water Bottle Holder
Long Term Food Storage Basics – How to Pack Food
Knowing how to pack your own food for long term storage could save you a lot of money. With proper storage techniques, dry goods like rice, wheat, sugar, beans, oats and pastas could last up to 20 years or more. Here is an excellent tutorial video by BisonRMA on how to use mylar … [Read more...] about Long Term Food Storage Basics – How to Pack Food
How To Determine Remaining Daylight
There are certain circumstances when knowing how much daylight you have left is critical. Knowing how many hours of sunlight you have remaining will let you know when you should stop walking and start focusing your attention on finding a safe place to make a shelter. This … [Read more...] about How To Determine Remaining Daylight
How to Use Your Water Heater for an Emergency Water Supply
Most people never give their water heater a second thought; however, did you know that anywhere from 30-50 gallons of emergency water can be found in your water heater, depending on its size? It is said that the human body requires around a gallon of water per day to survive, … [Read more...] about How to Use Your Water Heater for an Emergency Water Supply