Survival Skills
Basic Knife Lanyard
Want to know how to tie a Basic Knife Lanyard. Check out this Video. […]
Articles by Off The Grid
Off the Grid
Hypermiling: A fuel-efficient driving strategy that can save gas and money!
Hypermiling is the art of driving in a way that maximizes fuel efficiency. It’s all about achieving the highest possible mileage per gallon by combining safe driving habits and vehicle optimization strategies. […]
Outdoor Tips
Plastic Ponchos: What to look for when buying an Emergency Poncho
A $1.00 plastic poncho can be a life saver; it is a lot easier to stay warm when you’re not soaking wet… […]
Outdoor Tips
TrailMix GORP Recipes
Gorp Recipes to keep you going when things get tough… […]
Outdoor Tips
Outdoor Tips – Basic survival kit
Don’t get caught in a sticky situation without a basic survival kit. From Altoids tins, to small fanny packs or water bottles your survival kit doesn’t have to be big to be effective. […]
Hiking & Backpacking
How to Prevent Blisters when Hiking
Hiking can wreak havoc on your feet; one particularly painful side effect is blisters. Learn how to prevent blisters while out on the trail… […]
Survival Skills
How to make a compass in the wild
Did you know that you can use a needle, or a bit of wire to make a compass? It’s something that most elementary school kids have probably done as part of a school science experiment… […]