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Training applied in the field. Magnesium scraped into the bill of a hat then put into a tinder bundle for fire as the sun is setting. All we had was our knives and the one mag bar with striking insert to create a heat source suitable for a Northern Arizona Winter night that went down to the mid-teens..

My Survival Kit

By on August 16, 2013 in Master Woodsman, Survival Kit, Wilderness Survival

MasterWoodsman.com® is a resource of information with a focus on skills, not gear.  In keeping with that premise, I want to share with you not just what I carry in my survival kit, but more importantly, the rationale behind what I carry and how I would use it. Therefore, let me also present to you […]

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Approximately 6 ounces collected from two hours of full sun on an 80 degree day with 60% humidity in the North Georgia Mountains on the Summer Solstice.

Your Guide To Survival Using A Trash Bag

By on June 25, 2013 in Master Woodsman, Survival Kit, Wilderness Survival

When it comes to survival in the wilderness, a trash bag in your emergency kit could be a lifesaver for you and your family. This article is your guide to survival for it’s use as an environmental layer to your clothing and much more! “Your clothing is the most important survival tool you have. Dress properly […]

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Picture from MSN Article linked above.

Top Ten Survival Vacations

By on June 12, 2013 in News & Updates, Survival Kit, Wilderness Survival

Saw this on Cody Lundin’s Blog and it was too interesting to see MSN’s take on Top Ten Survival Vacations not to repost here.  See link… TOP TEN SURVIVAL VACATIONS I have taken numerous “vacations” with some top instructors including several with Lundin, and I have to agree, Cody is absolutely one of the best! […]

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Camping On A Budget

Camping Gear On A Budget: The Do’s and Don’ts

By on April 10, 2013 in Master Woodsman, Toolcraft, Wilderness Survival, Woodcraft

Camping gear costs thousands of dollars for products, that if used enough, are going to fail when you least expect it. Let the hedgerow campers spend all that money on survival gear they don’t need. You’re here because you are camping on a budget. I know.  I’ve had no money and the desire to do […]

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