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Repel Bears While Camping - What to Do and What NOT to Do

By Brody Danielson February 21, 2020 | animal bear camping food outdoors

Repel Bears While Camping - What to Do and What NOT to Do Running into bears while camping can be a harrowing experience. An encounter with a 240-pound black bear has a way of reminding you humanity isn’t always at the top of the food chain. Fortunately bear attacks are...

12 Campfire Critters: Harmless or Harmful?

By Brody Danielson February 19, 2020 | animals camping critters insects outdoors

12 Campfire Critters: Harmless or Harmful? If you are going camping or having a picnic in your local forest preserve, chances are you will encounter some pesky critters who call these environments home. In some cases, getting stung by an insect puts you at risk of insect-borne diseases or simply...

How to make a DIY fishing pole

By Brody Danielson February 12, 2020 | camping DIY fishing fishing pole hiking outdoors prepper

How to make a DIY fishing pole Fishing isn’t only a fun activity—it’s also a practical skill that’s important to learn. When camping or hiking—especially in a rugged and remote area—fishing can serve as an excellent resource for fresh and nutrient-rich food. If you know how to fish, you don’t...