Bushcraft A Family Guide

Whether it is a mini adventure into the woods and countryside, a camping trip or simply exploring your own back garden, it's hard to get enough outdoors time, so what better way to do that than with the art of bushcraft? This beautifully illustrated book contains everything that both children and adults need to know to have fun and be safe in the outside world, including instructions on building shelters, foraging, tracking, tying knots, navigation and much more!

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • An indispensable guide to surviving everything from an extended wilderness exploration to a day-long boat trip, with hard-earned advice from the host of the show MeatEater as seen on Netflix For anyone planning to spend time outside, The MeatEater Guide to Wilderness Skills and Survival is the perfect antidote to the sensationalism of the modern survival genre. Informed by the real-life experiences of renowned outdoorsman Steven Rinella, its pages are packed with tried-and-true tips, techniques, and gear recommendations. Among other skills, readers will learn about old-school navigation and essential satellite tools, how to build a basic first-aid kit and apply tourniquets, and how to effectively purify water using everything from ancient methods to cutting-edge technologies. This essential guide delivers hard-won insights and know-how garnered from Rinella’s own experiences and mistakes and from his trusted crew of expert hunters, anglers, emergency-room doctors, climbers, paddlers, and wilderness guides—with the goal of making any reader feel comfortable and competent while out in the wild.

Extensively researched and illustrated guidebook of nearly every conceivable aspect of outdoor camping and survival in all types of terrain and climate.

Anyone can get lost while camping or on a hike and Survivor Kid teaches young adventurers the survival skills they need if they ever find themselves lost or in a dangerous situation in the wild. Written by a search and rescue professional and lifelong camper, it's filled with safe and practical advice on building shelters and fires, signaling for help, finding water and food, dealing with dangerous animals, learning how to navigate, and avoiding injuries in the wilderness. Ten projects include building a simple brush shelter, using a reflective surface to start a fire, testing your navigation skills with a treasure hunt, and casting animal tracks to improve your observation skills.

Are you prepared in case disaster strikes? Are your kids? In the Family Survival Guide, veteran adventurers Mykel and Ruth Hawke provide the vital information you and your family need to get through almost any disaster safely. The topics covered are wide-ranging and easy-to-follow. Here, you and your family will learn: How to find, purify, and store water How to construct different types of shelter and the perfect places to build them What to pack and what not to pack in a bugout bag Essential first aid skills How to navigate your way when lost How to build a fire Basic foraging, hunting and outdoor cooking skills And so much more! Filled with expert advice and time-tested tips, Family Survival Guide is an essential handbook

The essential guide to survival plan essentials! The key to being prepared is to have the things you need ahead of time--before an emergency happens. During these uncertain times, there is no such thing as being over prepared. With the huge range of potential disasters to prepare for, it can be overwhelming trying to decide which items are best to include in your survival plans. The Family Preparedness Buyer's Guide is an all-in-one guide to essential equipment that meets all basic survival needs. Applying this information to your survival plans will ensure your loved ones will be provided with adequate shelter, water, food and then some in a variety of emergency situations. Inside you'll find: • Chapters arranged by survival category--survival kits; emergency shelter, fire and clothing; lighting and power sources; hydration and water purification; emergency food and cooking gear; multipurpose tools, first aid and hygiene; survival knives and cutting tools; communication and navigation tools; and survival guns. • Lists of specifications for various disaster products so you can compare across brands and models and select the gear that is right for you • Detailed feature articles for each gear type so you understand why the gear is essential before purchasing anything • Reviews of specific gear and survival-related products When you are prepared, you're not just hoping for the best, you're planning for the best possible outcome no matter what life throws at you. Begin preparing today.

Unlock the door to thrilling family outdoor adventures with "Family Bushcraft Skills: Outdoor Adventures and Wilderness Survival for All Ages". Expertly written by seasoned adventurer and devoted naturalist, Bertram Ford, this comprehensive guide helps you navigate the heart of nature with confidence and curiosity. You and your loved ones will dive into incredible survival skills, from building a shelter from scratch, starting a fire under all conditions, foraging for wild edibles to mastering wild cooking and securing safe water sources. Each chapter is designed to take learners of all ages step-by-step through these skills, nurturing family bonds and cultivating a healthy respect for the natural environment. If you've ever been intrigued by bushcraft and the prospect of a family wilderness adventure, this guide is an indispensable resource. Bertram's passion for environmental stewardship and his gift for making complex survival techniques accessible shine through on every page. More than just a skillset, "Family Bushcraft Skills" teaches a mindset, promoting respect, patience, and a powerful sense of responsibility towards our incredible natural world. Begin creating unforgettable family memories today with a guide that's more than just educational-it's a ticket to fun and adventure.