Cottontail rabbits are one of the most widely available, easily harvested, and tastiest species of North American game. The ease of butchering and preparing rabbits makes them a great starter item for the beginner hunter. After following these procedures, the
The spear has been a treasured hunting weapon for thousands of years. Below is a video by Blake Alma, editor-in-chief here at Survival Daily, showing you how to make your own simple spear. Visit: EZ Battery Reconditioning To Learn More
If you ever find yourself in a survival situation without cordage or wire, you may have a problem. However, you can avoid that problem by wearing a paracord bracelet when you are leaving home. You could also replace your shoe laces
Editor’s Note: Blake Alma, who is the author of this article, is now the Editor-in-Chief here at Survivalist Daily. Blake Alma is an award-winning outdoor writer, a published author, an international radio show host, and is the founder of The Art
Of all the survival skills known to man, my favorite skill is wilderness trapping. Trapping is just like hunting. Unlike firearms and fishing poles, traps work for you 24/7. You do not have to be at the trapping location for
If you ever wanted to disappear into the wilderness, one of the best ways to do so is by way of natural camouflage. In other words, not using camo gear or clothing, but using the elements of nature to make
Sometimes you just don’t know where you next meal is coming from and all you can do is wander through the world hoping to stumble across something to put in your belly. Whether you’re out in the woods, wandering through
Cattails can be found virtually anywhere in the wilderness where there is a water source. They can be found growing along streams, rivers, lakes and ponds. The plant is not only edible it has other uses such as cordage, bedding,
Toilet paper is used to clean (wipe) with after using the toilet but it is also protection for the hand to prevent contamination during the cleaning process. It is absorbent, flushable and soft to the touch. In certain situations, being
Did you know you can eat common milkweed? Well you can. And although it’s been said that to render this plant palatable and that it required multiple (three or more) boilings in order to remove the toxins and “bitter” taste,
