Going Prepared

Fire Starter Test – thus it begins

I finally have a working thermometer and thermocouple that can read up to 1300C, so the fire starter test is beginning in earnest. I know, I know, how much more exciting can I get than a firestarter test? It is … Continued

Fire Starter Test – thus it begins

I finally have a working thermometer and thermocouple that can read up to 1300C, so the fire starter test is beginning in earnest. I know, I know, how much more exciting can I get than a firestarter test? It is … Continued

Making a fire in windy conditions

Making a fire in windy conditions can be a pain, especially if you are using a magnesium block or any other fine tinder, like fatwood or birch bark shavings. Wind + fine tinder = no tinder. Use some duct tape … Continued

Tutorial – How to pack a backpack

Packing a backpack may be intuitive to many of you, but this guide is written for those who have never been told or shown how to pack a backpack for optimal comfort. This is all assuming that you are carrying … Continued

New site direction – more useful information

I was looking through my previous blog/forum posts over the past few days for information that could be converted over to wiki articles. I was dismayed to see that not as many of them could be converted as I would … Continued

Merino wool – the lowdown

What is so special about merino wool, you ask? Well, here is some information from the wiki article I just wrote for you uninitiated: Merino wool is wool from a merino sheep. Merino clothing has become popular in the outdoor … Continued