Survive Any Disaster
Okay, so many of these skills aren’t essential. And unless you have your own outdoor reality show, you may never need them. Trouble is, if you are put in a situation that requires one of these tips—from a failed parachute to being caught in whitewater rapids—there’s no time to figure out a solution. And if you don’t ever find yourself in one of these predicaments, the knowledge will still impress your friends.
How to catch a fish without equipment
If you find yourself running out of food, improvise some tools and catch a fish.
How to find direction without a compass
Lost in the woods and can’t wait for help? Learn how to find your own way out.
Don’t panic if you stumble into some quicksand. Follow these tips to get out safely.
How to survive parachute failure
Falling without a parachute might seem like a hopeless situation, but there are documented cases of people surviving falls of many thousands of feet. Read…
What to do when you run out of water
If you find yourself out of drinkable water, use these steps to easily distill your own.
How to make it through a rip current
If you find yourself caught in a rip current, use these tips to help you make it back to shore safely.
If you find yourself sliding into a tree-well while skiing or boarding, use these tips to get out without suffocating.
How to swim in whitewater rapids
If you get dumped out of your kayak or canoe while in whitewater rapids, follow this advice to get safely back to shore.
How to survive a bush plane crash
If you find yourself in a bush plane that is going down, here’s what to do to ensure a higher chance of survival.
