1. Dig into a MountainSince you won't have a lot of resources when you first get started, the easiest way to build a shelter is to dig into the side of a mountain to make your shelter.So first, find a mountain or rock face that looks like a good place to build a shelter....
it's possible to build your own. One type of fallout shelter that can easily be made by a typical family in a short amount of time is apole-covered trench. It's simply a hole in the ground covered by a roof of poles and a mound of earth. In the event of a nuclear attack,...
Light for your shelter or for torches Smoke to help repel insects There are many methods you can use to start a fire without a match. Some are easier than others, and they all require a bit of practice. If you're an outdoor enthusiast, it's a good idea to practice some of thes...
Shelter is massively important for survival, and homeless shelters do not always have vacancies. Helping the homeless be self-sufficient with survival is a strong start to any homeless survival kit. Clothes protect you from the elements, so for survival purposes, we consider them ‘shelter’. Sup...
Beause of the damp and cold winters and the burning hot summers, the authorities have installed air conditioning units in all the dormitories, providing us with comfortable shelter from the extreme temperatures. Moreover, the canteen...
Wildlife Shelter; HOW TO MAKE YOUR GARDEN A HAVEN FOR SMALL ANIMALS AND INSECTS, BY HANNAH STEPHENSONMORE gardeners are creating wild areas to attract bees, butterflies, hedgehogs and birds - yet some wildlife is still in decline. Sightings of frogs, toads and hedgehogs are down compared with...
Why Wilderness First Aid Matters and How to Take a CourseHow To Knowing what to do in a medical emergency in the wilderness can make all the difference to someone in need. That someone might even be you! I was reminded of this as I refreshed my Wilderness First Aid (WFA) certification...
Once you reach shelter, you can take care of your horse by scraping off the mud and towel-drying him. Then, it’s time for you to change into dry clothes and enjoy a warm drink. However, savvy riders know the importance of also caring for their tack immediately, preventing mud buildup...
Earthbag homesare exactly what they sound like -- bags filled with earthen materials stacked to make a house. They often look like bigbeehiveswhen they're completed, but it's possible for them to take other forms as well. Sandbags have long been used to create military bunkers andfloodwalls...
As a college student, not only will I save water by myself, but also I will attend different kinds of activities on water-saving. On the one hand, I will make the best of water instead of throwing clean water away. On the other hand, I will call on my friends to save water and ...