Simple survival tips for using a map and compass

It’s really hard to think when there’s this awful, nauseating realization that you may be lost in the wilderness and you start to panic. Suppose you have a map and compass along, and a basic idea of how to use them. But maybe you didn’t think about using them…// // The day may start out …

Don’t lose your stuff! Mark your gear for safety sake

Mark all your gear so it can be easily found before you head for the backcountry. Here’s why. by Leon Pantenburg This black fanny pack blends in with the rock, making it easy to lose. It makes buy viagra tabs click here for info us feel like more of a man. We all know that …

Key to Wilderness and Urban Survival is All in Your Mind

One of the seeds for the survival common sense concept came from the Deschutes County Sheriffs Office Search and Rescue. Deschutes County, Oregon, has one of the most active SARs in the country. I heard this story after asking how well visitors are prepared for the backcountry! By Leon Pantenburg Don’t underestimate Mother Nature! The …

The Waco Siege: A Very Disturbing Part of American History

Every year, on the anniversary of the Waco seige, I re-post this. It has been said that without Waco, there wouldn’t have been the Oklahoma City Bombing. Ever since the Waco siege ended in 1993, I have wanted to visit the site. Over Christmas break, 2010, I got the chance. by Leon Pantenburg This post …

The Waco Siege: A Very Disturbing Part of American History

Home Every year, on the anniversary of the Waco seige, I re-post this. It has been said that without Waco, there wouldn’t have been the Oklahoma City Bombing. Ever since the Waco siege ended in 1993, I have wanted to visit the site. Over Christmas break, 2010, I got the chance. The 50-day siege of …

Book Review: Deep Survival – Who Lives, Who Dies, and Why

Home   I read “Deep Survival: Who Lives, Who Dies, And Why” by Lawrence Gonzales, in a few marathon sessions. The fast-paced accounts of real life survival situations are mesmerizing. It’s a good survival mindset read and I couldn’t help wondering what I might do in some of the situations. by Leon Pantenburg Check out these prices …