Survival Recipe: How to Make Blake’s Jerky

Survival food is sustenance that can be made easily during a survival or emergency situation using mainly simple, long-term storage food items, cooked outdoors, using off-the-grid methods. by Leon Pantenburg I got this Facebook post from land navigation expert Blake Miller (who also can find his way around in the kitchen!): “The Aspen leaves are …

Video review: Ridgerunner paracord belt can be vital part of your survival gear

You can’t have too much paracord or duct tape, IMHO, and this belt made of paracord combines practicality with good looks. by Leon Pantenburg Disclaimer: RidgeRunner advertises on SurvivalCommonSense.com. Advertising was not accepted until RidgeRunner products were thoroughly tested and evaluated. When I’m looking at a potential survival tool, one aspect that ranks right up …

Eve of Estes: Check out this early “survival” show hoax

Long before there was Man Vs. Wild, Man Woman Wild, Survivorman etc. publicity seekers figured out the appeal of humans struggling to survive in a wilderness setting. Check out one of these early “survival” series set in Estes Park, Colorado. By Leon Pantenburg There are so many “survival” shows on TV, that you would be …

Survival expert Peter Kummerfeldt gives practical advice on what it takes to survive

I met  survival expert Peter Kummerfeldt several years ago at the Deschutes County Sportsman’s Expo. I was mesmerized by the common sense approach he had toward wilderness survival, and attended all the classes he taught that day. Later, I met him at his booth, and over the past few years, we’ve become friends. Peter is …

Review: Bark River Scandi knife combines great design with modern materials

Bark River Knives’ Scandi combines a time-tested design with modern materials. The result is a knife that could end up being your most-used, favorite piece of cutlery. by Leon Pantenburg Bark River Knife and Tool Company did not supply the knife used in this review, and I was not paid to write it. The Vikings …

DIY jerky: Use this simple technique to make jerky in your oven

Jerky is the original high energy survival/snack food, and maybe you’re thinking about making your own. Here’s a quick, easy method that uses meat from the grocery store, items you already have in your kitchen, and an oven. Preserving the meat of a big game animal can be a vital survival skill. (Photo by Bob …

Video: Prepare to survive in your car during a winter storm

Travel can be very dangerous this time of year.  It doesn’t matter if you live in the Oregon high desert or the frigid Click here to buy survival kits If you find order generic levitra downtownsault.org a drop in your blood pressure, a problem that will shake the stability of your body. Availability in many …

Knife review: The Bark River Sahara Hunter may be the hunting knife for you

Your hunting knife must be able to handle field dressing and processing a big game animal. Plus, it better be able to handle most survival tasks. The Bark River Sahara may be what you’re looking for. by Leon Pantenburg Bark River Knives did not supply this knife, and I was not paid to do this …

Five tips for Dutch oven cooking

Dutch oven enthusiasts are always swapping tips or advice to improve their cooking. Here are five easy hints that don’t cost much but could a . by Leon Pantenburg I routinely include a dutch oven in my outdoor activities. Here are a few easy tips for making outdoor cooking easier. Carry your oven in a …

Review: Bark River Hudson Bay Trade Knife – Check out this old design with new materials

There’s a reason some knife designs are classics, and the Hudson Bay Trade Knife has earned its wilderness credentials. by Leon Pantenburg Kephart. Bowie. Canadian. Mora. Nessmuk. Barlow. Mention these cutlery designs to a knife aficionado, and they’ll probably know what you’re talking about. And there’s a reason they’re called classics – these designs have …