Survival Common Sense: tips and how-to guide for emergency preparedness and survival

Hot weather hiking boots are every bit as important as cold weather hiking boots. Consider adding these LALO tactical boots to your get-home or bugout bag.

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Is there a do-it-all lure for survival fishing? My money is on the plain lead head jig. Here's why.

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A healthy snack may be as close as the nearest weedy lot. Here is how to use plantain, a free, common edible plant to make a quick and easy treat.

https://survivalcommonsense.com/make-plantain-crispies-for-tasty-nutritious-snack/

Summer is here, and if you're doing anything outside you need to stay hydrated. Try weed (or herb) tea. Drinking lots of water isn't enough - you also need electrolytes. This video shows a simple...

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Here is my go-to fire making method for survival situations and how to use it. My number one choice is a combination of cotton balls infused with petroleum jelly and ignited with a ferro rod.

https://survivalcommonsense.com/best-survival-fire-making-method/

The L.T. Wright GNS bushcrafter promises to be a contender in that elusive, almost-mythical best all-around knife category.

https://survivalcommonsense.com/best-bushcraft-knife-lt-wright-gns/

Sauerkraut is a super food for preppers and survival and off-grid types, and here is one way to integrate it into your diet. With a delicious chocolate cake.

https://survivalcommonsense.com/video-how-to-make-sauerkraut-chocolate-cake-with-storage-foods/

Do you carry a Mylar blanket as an emergency shelter item? If so, here's why you should get rid of it.

https://survivalcommonsense.com/video-dump-mylar-blankets-from-survival-gear/

Bark River had a HUGE challenge by me to improve on their most popular "Bravo LT" model. But, with a request to modify the blade, you won't believe the results. It may just be the best hunting kn...

https://survivalcommonsense.com/bravo-1-25-ultimate-hunting-knife/

Choosing your hot weather boot is as important as picking heavily-insulated footwear for winter wear. Here are some things to look for in hot weather footwear.

https://survivalcommonsense.com/what-to-look-for-in-hot-weather-hiking-boots/