#wilderness gear

[bestsellersfromamazon]

The Ultimate Guide to Outdoor Adventure Gear: Essentials for Every Explorer

There’s nothing quite like the thrill of an outdoor adventure. Whether you’re hiking up a mountain, camping in the wilderness, or kayaking down a river, having the right gear can make all the difference. Over the years, I’ve learned that being prepared isn’t just about safety—it’s also about enhancing the experience and making those precious moments in nature even more enjoyable. Here’s my…

[forestgreenivy]

Exploring the Waccamaw River and surrounding creeks via kayak today. Any day spent around the water and bald cypress trees is a good day in my book. And yes, we did see a gator, but as usual, he could have cared less about us.

[a-life-lived-outdoors]

Nice and simple, minimal haversack kit. Enough for at least a night in the woods. Light and fast, it's easy to cover ground when you aren't weighed down with too much gear.

[aroaessidhe]

2024 reads / storygraph

The Girl In Question

YA thriller, Sequel to The Girl’s I’ve Been

a girl who was raised as a con artist is reconnecting with her older sister and trying to live a normal life after high school ends, while she can

but her murderous stepfather is free from prison, and she knows it’s only a matter of time before he comes for her

along with her girlfriend, best friend, his girlfriend, and dog, she plans a 10 day trip into the wilderness to a fire lookout to enjoy the summer. But a few days in her stepfather comes for her and kidnaps one of them, and they’ll have to do whatever they can to stay alive

twisty & nonlinear

[military1st]

Highlander Forces Harrier Pack 35L

Designed with a full clamshell opening for lightning-fast access to your gear, the Highlander Forces Harrier Pack is a 35L powerhouse that ensures you're always ready for action.

It features a spacious main compartment with additional mesh pockets, a large top pocket with tricot lining, and two large front pockets with mesh organisers, offering ample storage options. The detachable internal organiser, padded hydration/laptop pocket, and MOLLE webbing on the front and sides add to its versatility.

Highlander Forces Harrier Pack 35L also excels in comfort, with an air mesh padded back system and adjustable, padded straps for unparalleled support.

Plus, it comes with a multi-purpose ABS plastic MOLLE karabiner.

Whether you're navigating city streets, hiking rugged trails, or embarking on weekend getaways, this versatile pack has you covered.

Find out more at Military 1st online store.

https://mil1.st/TT211CTUK

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[resistancekitty]

Pretty solid information on emergency blanket options and usage.

[pierog]

so i applied for a DREAM JOB and out of 6000 applicants!!! I ended up in the final 15 😟

…and I did SOOOOO soooooo well til the very last round 😔 i accidentally became privy to some scathing information from the judging panel. ouuuuuuuchhhh lol my insecurities.

proud of myself for being true to myself and getting far as i did, though.

[cashordashdoesntmatter]

Tazz said it all - be careful, Cash!

[prepper-in-the-woods]

ESEE knives are some of the best in the business, offering a huge assortment of tools for everything from hunting to personal defence.

If you're looking to customize your ESEE knife, the TKC Knife Builder is a great place to start. With the ESEE-6 Knife Builder, you can easily create the knife of your dreams by selecting the blade and building up from there with your choice of handle colour, sheath, and other accessories like firesteels and loops.

The ESEE-4 Knife Builder offers similar customization options.

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Thanks for reading!

[whatsy0urdream]

Ways to Earn Money while Thru-Hiking

Are you tired of the daily grind and itching for adventure? Do you dream of hitting the trails and leaving the 9-5 behind? Well, good news! You don’t have to be a trust fund baby or win the lottery to make a thru-hiking lifestyle a reality. With a little bit of creativity and hustle, you can earn money while hiking and support your wanderlust. So, dust off your hiking boots and let’s explore some…

[a-life-lived-outdoors]

Not sure what should go with you into the woods? Don't want to pack too much stuff and tire yourself out? An easy way to figure out what you do, and don't need is to think about how difficult it is to create that item in the bush.

Besides the fact you should always carry a first aid kit, alot of things can be crafted in the bush from the natural materials instead of brought with you. However, this can be incredibly time consuming, and the results are sometimes only marginal.

-Making a container is the biggest pain, so a metal water container should always go along.

-Making your own cordage is time consuming, the good stuff weighs almost nothing and packs easy.

-Making a cutting tool can be a difficult skill to aquire, and sometimes there just isn't a good rock present to break for a flint blade. I wouldn't travel in the woods without a good fixed blade. A saw is optional but it makes everything easier.

-A small tarp or poncho is great to have along for the trip. Rain, snow, bad weather, and a scorching sun can all be kept off you with one. There are light and heavy options, but they all will work. Just pick what makes the most sense for your area.

-Having ways to start a fire is a must. A ferro rod and a lighter are as easy as it gets. If your knife is made from a carbon steel, a sharp rock can be struck on the spine of it to throw sparks. You can make or collect tinder from the landscape. The more you do it, the easier it gets. Commercial tinder will work, but the vast majority of them can be made at home for much less.

The best tool is knowledge. Get out and use what you got. The more seat time with your gear, the more comfortable you'll be with carrying less. Learn what's edible in your area, learn what you can use for tinder, and learn the terrain. All those things can help you find food, fire, and water. A picture in a book telling you how to carve a figure 4 trap won't do you a lick of good when you've never carved one before and need to make one right there. Practice is the only way to make sure you'll be able to replicate something in the field.

Safe travels.

[jellogram]

Any conspiracy theory about people going missing in National Parks is automatically silly to me. Like "Why are National Parks such a hotbed of disappearances???" because they're full of idiots. You've got thousands of people who've never pissed outdoors in their life wandering around the woods/desert/mountain with zero experience and zero gear and zero understanding that this place can kill them. You don't see as many disappearances in wild areas because people don't go to them unless they have some background knowledge. Whereas you get tour buses full of old folks and suburban families shuttling people into National Parks 365 days a year. If you took the same amount of buffoons and dropped them in the actual wilderness the disappearances would be significantly higher than at the parks. Use your brain.

[military1st]

Highlander Forces Recon 20L Pack

Highlander Forces Recon 20L is the perfect companion for one-day activities.  

Crafted from durable 600D XTP fabric boasting a PVC coating, this bag showcases rugged construction, complete with two distinct compartments, interior and exterior pockets, and MOLLE points. 

Additionally, it boasts an Airmesh back system for enhanced breathability, a reinforced grab handle for added durability, and compression straps along with adjustable stabilisation straps, ensuring optimal weight distribution.

Compact yet robust, Highlander Forces Recon 20L is the ideal grab-and-go companion for patrols and daily use.

Find out more at Military 1st online store. 

Enjoy free UK delivery and returns! Swift delivery to Ireland, the US, Australia, and across Europe.

[hikercarl]

Navigating the Wilderness: A Guide to Basic Survival Skills

Discover essential wilderness survival skills to stay safe in the great outdoors. Learn fire-starting, shelter-building, and water-finding techniques for your next adventure.

Knowing how to navigate the wilderness is key, more than having the right gear. It’s great to have a GPS and lots of batteries, but we can find our way without them. In a disaster, we might have to leave fast with just a few things. Without knowing how to navigate, we could get lost for hours or even days. This guide will teach you the basics of wilderness navigation. It will help keep you safe…