If you want a more watertight Toilet Paper Holder holder than the one we showed you a few months ago, I have a more complex version. This version uses a 2-liter soda bottle, some string, tape and a ziplock bag. How to Make a Toilet Paper Holder Cut the bottle in half, ensuring that the end […]
Category: Outdoor Life
How to Tie a Square Knot (AKA Reef Knot)
The Square Knot is one of the most well known knots. It is easy to tie and is useful for low strain ties. While most people call this knot a square knot, in actuality the knot is names the reef knot. The knot is popular among sailors, climbers, and gift wrappers for its convenience and […]
How to Build a Snow Igloo With Your Kid
Since this was the first time in a LONG time that I had a job that did not find it essential to be in during disasters my family decided to have fun in the snow. The easiest way to do that and still secretly teach WT some skills was to build a snow igloo. It […]
Making Char Cloth
I like mixing traditional survival skills and technology with the science and technology of modern times. While there are many modern ways to light fire, being able to use flint and steel or other older tech has its uses. Char cloth is a traditional tender that you can make yourself – it’s basically just cloth […]
Camping: How to Start a Fire With a Battery
Being a DIY Prepper involves learning multi-disciplines, and while I believe living off the land in a wilderness setting is a unrealistic TEOTWAWKI plan, I still think everyone should have basic wilderness survival skill. One outdoor skill everyone should possess is the ability to make fire. This is one skill that redundancy is especially […]