Send E-mail over Amateur Radio using Winlink
Ever needed to send an e-mail, and you have no Internet or cell coverage? This could be crucial if you are injured on a hike, or involved in a natural disaster and need assistance.
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Are You Considering Off-Grid Living?
Off-Grid living sounds amazing on paper, and there are definitely some people who are doing this well beyond surviving but thriving and living very comfortably. But there are some key aspects to consider before you venture into off-grid living.
Understanding and Minimizing Altitude Sickness
You want to climb a mountain. As you ascend past 8,000 feet above sea level of elevation, you start to feel lightheaded. You may be exhibiting altitude sickness. Altitude sickness can occur for a variety of reasons.
How to Make Phone Calls without Cell Service
Have you ever been on the road with no services or other cars in sight, and your tire blew out? What if it were 2 tires, and you only have one spare? You step out to see which tires, and decide to call for service, and your cell phone has no service.
Heat Acclimatization for Survival
With the temperature rising on the planet every year with record highs broken on a regular basis, one must learn to adapt doing strenuous tasks in the heat to survive. Most people can’t do what they normally can in extreme heat.
Finding Earthworms as Bait for Fishing
If you cast a line with a hook and there is no bait, chances are you will not catch a fish. So how do you find bait?
Catching Fish for Survival Food
Fish is a nutrient rich food and protein source. You do need to cook it well, especially if you catch it from a questionable water source as it may have viruses, bacteria, worms, and parasites. Catching fish is a sustainable way to survive. Should you know at least one method to catch fish? Absolutely!
Heat Related Illnesses and How to Manage Them
The average temperature on our planet is rising every year. Without getting political about the matter, the fact is, the average temperature on the planet has risen over the last 40+ years.
My Favorite Swimming Technique for Survival
There are so many swim strokes for swimming, but which is the best? The only way you have learned to swim (most likely front crawl.) But if you know how, the breaststroke is my favorite.
Calorie Management for Bushcraft Activities
I am sure many survivalists have watched the show “Naked and Afraid”. They burn a lot of calories (energy out) but consume minimal calories (energy in) during their assigned time to enter and finish the challenge in harsh and unpredictable conditions. Caloric balance is critical for survival, but they tend to do some tasks that are not beneficial for their success.