Review: The Gator Queen Liz Cookbook

I love the cuisine of Louisiana. I was disappointed in this cookbook. by Leon Pantenburg I’m one of those people who will sit down and read a new cookbook like a novel. I start at the beginning, move through appetizers and entrees, and eventually find something I want to cook for dinner. And that was …

12 top deer hunting knives update

A perennial favorite is the annual update on the best deer hunting knives. Here’s that update, with some newbies, tried and tested designs and old favorites. by Leon Pantenburg Deer season is here in some areas, and eagerly anticipated in others. As you gather gear, consider this: What’s the best knife – for me – …

Review: Is the Wood Mite Gravity Feed Rocket Stove the best choice for emergency use?

Everyone, IMHO, ought to have a biomass stove in their survival/emergency gear. The Wood Mite Stove may be what you’re looking for. by Leon Pantenburg Wood Mite supplied this stove for a review. I was not paid to write this, and all I guarantee on any review of any product is a fair shake. At …

How to make paracord bootlaces – check out the videos!

If survival gear is part of your wardrobe, you’ll be more prepared for an emergency. Check out the video on how to make boot or shoe laces out of  paracord. by Leon Pantenburg I replaced all my boot laces with paracord. (Pantenburg photo) If buying generic cialis any obstruction or blockage comes in any of …

Five ways to carry survival tools on a belt

Some of the best survival tools are ordinary items adapted to different uses. Check out the Okay’s Key Safe. by Leon Pantenburg My dad  was a carpenter at the Iowa State University residence halls. During an average day, he’d be all over several different halls on the widespread campus, fixing things. That required a lot …

Best extreme sports headlamp? Black Diamond Icon review

A quality headlight is a vital part of an emergency kit. The Black Diamond Icon is a professional model that might be what you’re looking for. by Leon Pantenburg I was not paid to do this review, and at the time of publication, Black Diamond has no sponsorship relationship with SurvivalCommonSense.com I’ve been using Black …

Survival fishing: How to make a trotline from paracord

This technique is shown to provide survival skills information. Check with your local fish and game regs to make sure it’s legal where you live! A trotline is nothing more than a string of baited hooks. Using a trotline allows you to fish for food while doing something else. Here is how to improvise one …

Review: Best everyday carry knife? We check out the L.T. Wright ‘Next Gen’

After much success with his Genesis bushcraft knife, L.T. Wright got lots of requests for a smaller version. The result is the “Next Gen.” by Leon Pantenburg Disclaimer:  I bought this knife and was not paid for writing this review. I carry a knife every day. Which knife depends on what I’m doing. For work …

Survival Myth Busted: Finding directions by tree moss

One of the pervasive folk legends about finding directions  in the wilderness or woods, is that moss grows on a certain side of a tree or rock. Just find your way by observing where the moss is,  according to this theory, and you won’t get lost. According to my compass, the moss was on the west side of this stump. …

Survival Myth Busted: Finding directions by tree moss

One of the pervasive folk legends about finding directions  in the wilderness or woods, is that moss grows on a certain side of a tree or rock. Just find your way by observing where the moss is,  according to this theory, and you won’t get lost. According to my compass, the moss was on the west side of this stump. …