Lightning Safety Guidelines

It is estimated that more than 300 people die annually from lightning strikes; hundreds more are injured. In fact, it has been established that lightning causes more fatalities and injuries than any storm related occurrence, with the exception of floods. These injuries are caused from the lack of an action plan, inappropriate or inadequate precautions, and a failure to consider this phenomenon a serious and potential danger to mankind. Many are unaware or fail to recognize the danger associated with lightning. We tend to scoff and laugh at the precautions our elders utilized at the onset of thunder. For example, everyone was required to come inside from the fields and take shelter, turn off and unplug every electrical appliance including the lights. Everyone was instructed to stay away from windows, and sit quietly on the floor while the Supreme Being was “doing His work.” No one was permitted to take a bath, wash dishes, or take a shower while it was lightning. The reality is, they were not “old fashioned” or really incorrect; some of these typically considered antiquated ideas are actually not that far fetched. Many lives were conceivably saved because of these precautions

How to Properly Sharpen Your Blade

Not for the faint of heart, knife sharpening is an important and handy skill to have for any outdoorsman. Although knife sharpening can be dangerous if done incorrectly, it is a skill that can be learned and, if mastered, can be perfectly safe.

How Hand and Foot Warmers Can Save Your Dactyls or Even Your Life!

We’ve all been there: Coming home from an enjoyable outdoorsy trip in the subzero-degree weather, having our car slip off a mountain, overturning and landing in a frozen river… After you’ve scrambled out from your car (which is now sinking to the bottom of the freezing cold water), you realize you’re alone in the snow, ice cold, and may have to wait in that condition for a long time.

Keep Dry With A Poly Tarp

The “Poly” in Poly Tarp is short for polyethylene or polypropylene, which are plastics commonly used in woven/sheet form to make the water resistant tarps with which many people are familiar today. These tarps are great for a variety of anti wetness uses in the home environment, on the road, and on camping or hiking trips. Let’s go over a few of these:

Geocaching Fun For the Whole Family

For a growing number of families looking to spend time together in the great outdoors, geocaching is the activity of choice. Combining the peace, quiet, and exercise of hiking with the excitement of a treasure hunt, geocaching is a great way to grow closer together as a family. Getting started is relatively inexpensive, and caches are available for all skill levels.