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HOW TO: How to make a band-aid out of a fungus
You're in the woods. You've cut your finger. You need a band-aid, but you used your last one on your foot where your new hiking boots were rubbing you raw. What do you do? You...
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GEAR: Protection for Ultralighters
Being prepared in the woods is great. But it's heavy. If you're trying to cut out the pounds, the 10 to 15 essentials can really weigh you down. Providing a balance between the important, conflicting goals of...
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HOW TO: How to make a shapeable ice pack
Make your own shapeable ice pack by mixing 1 part rubbing alcohol with 3 parts water in a plastic freezer zippy bag and then toss the bag into the freezer. (The alcohol will prevent the...
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HOW TO: How to Avoid, Recognize, and Treat Hypothermia.
Winter is by far my favorite time for backpacking and camping. Still, there's no reason to be a hero: instead, STAY SAFE.Avoiding HypothermiaDress in warm layers. Stay as dry as possible. Protect yourself from wind,...