Outdoor Survival

Always be prepared: essential tips and tricks for keeping safe and surviving in the outdoors. Whether you’re going for a leisurely hike or setting off into the wilderness, there is nothing more important than being properly prepared. Being knowledgeable about survival techniques can be the...

In the fall of 1978, Ray Ordorica packed everything he thought he would need into his Toyota LandCruiser and drove north to Alaska. He came to a land he had never seen, to find something he wasn't even sure existed: a wilderness cabin he could use for a year or more to live, think, relax, read, and write. Ordorica found his cabin, fixed it up, and, although it was just an un-insulated 12- by 16-foot one-room log structure, he spent three winters in it in relative comfort.

"Feeder" mindset means being in control of a situation, proactive rather than reactive. It is an optimistic outlook that reframes any situation as a learning experience. Kevin Estela teaches survival skills from this feeder-based perspective, which is what separates his teaching style from other wilderness instructors. Kevin has written the quintessential guide for an outdoor enthusiast's "bucket list" of skills - how to make a fire, build a shelter, gather food, find water, use a knife correctly, and make cordage.

On a beautiful summer afternoon in 1998, Dan Stephens, a 22-year-old canoeist, was leading a trip deep into Ontario's Quetico Provincial Park. He stepped into a gap among cedar trees to look for the next portage - and did not return. More than four hours later, Dan awakened from a fall with a lump on his head and stumbled deeper into the woods, confused. Three years later, Jason Rasmussen, a third-year medical student who loved the forest's solitude, walked alone into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness on a crisp fall day.

POST-APOCALYPTIC FICTION BY JERRY D. YOUNG A strong-willed heiress leads an Expedition to the Amazon Jungle in hopes of finding growth opportunities for her family’s empire. Accompanied by professional adventurer Jack Sandusky and a team of well-trained experts, she struggles to balance the responsibility of being in charge of the Expedition with the fact that she herself has no personal experience and must trust her team. She quickly learns the difficulty and the frustration of leading others in such a dangerous venture. Perhaps most frustrating is that fact that Jack Sandusky not only ...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER A former Green Beret’s indispensable course in preparedness, teaching the keys to building a resilient and fearless life Most people think that being prepared for catastrophe means stocking up on MREs and building a bunker in their backyard, but this approach leaves you...

Ever wake up in the woods with no clothes, no gear, no phone, and no clue? No? Well, if it does happen, this book will keep your bare butt alive. How to Survive in the Outdoors... Nude is the hilariously honest, wildly useful survival guide you never knew you needed. Written by Kurt Johnson (family man, outdoorsman, and the unfortunate veteran of more than one half-naked wilderness adventure) this book delivers real-world survival skills with wit, grit, and just the right amount of sass. Whether you're skinny-dipping gone wrong, stranded after a camping fail, or just prepping for the most ...

The Appalachian Trail is a bucket-list adventure and a sanctuary of natural beauty. But for some, the wilderness holds a deadly secret. Within this iconic landscape, real-life nightmares have unfolded, turning a dream hike into a fight for survival. This is the dark side of America's most famous footpath. Venture into a chilling collection of true stories that expose the hidden dangers of the trail. Uncover the terrifying accounts of hikers who have vanished without a trace, the shocking murders that have baffled investigators, and the cold cases that continue to haunt the mountains and ...

During his remarkable lifetime, Harold Gatty became one of the world's great navigators (in 1931, he and Wiley Post flew around the world in a record-breaking eight days) and, to the benefit of posterity, recorded in this book much of his accumulated knowledge about pathfinding both on land and at sea. Applying methods used by primitive peoples and early explorers, the author reveals how to determine location, study wind directions and reflections in the sky, even how to use the senses of smell and hearing to find your way in the wilderness, in a desert, in snow-covered areas, and on the ocean.

Fleeing memories of her past life in Montana, Olivia finds a fresh start guiding fishing trips in Alaska. However, tragedy strikes when she learns of her grandmother's death, and the small plane carrying her home crashes in the remote wilderness. Olivia now faces a battle against the elements and wildlife alongside her fellow survivors. Complicating matters, one of them harbors a hidden agenda and may have betrayed the group for personal gain. Olivia must navigate the turn of events carefully to survive, discerning whom to trust while confronting the shadows of her past.

After her plane crashes, a 17-year-old girl spends 11 days walking through the Peruvian jungle. Against all odds, with no food, shelter, or equipment, she gets out. A better equipped group of adult survivors of the same crash sits down and dies. What makes the difference?

In May of 1963, Seattle mountaineer Jim Whittaker stepped into world history by becoming the first American to summit Mount Everest. More than 50 years later, he is still regarded as a seminal figure in North American mountaineering, as well as an astute businessman who helped create the outdoor recreation industry. A Life on the Edge: Memoirs of Everest and Beyond is Jim's courageous, no-punches-pulled autobiography and a look at a peripatetic, sometimes difficult life.

This action-packed survival guide is the ultimate outdoor companion for young explorers who want to learn how to thrive in the wild! Whether your child is camping, hiking, or just playing outside, The Wilderness Survival Handbook for Kids teaches essential life-saving skills through fun, hands-on learning. With step-by-step instructions, adventure missions, and real survival techniques, this audiobook helps build confidence, creativity, and a love for the outdoors.

Want Your Child to Thrive in the Outdoors—Even Without Wi-Fi, Google Maps, or a Grown-Up Nearby? Then Keep Reading… Do they dream of exploring forests, building shelters, or learning how to start a fire like a real-life adventurer? Are you looking for a fun, age-appropriate way to teach your child practical skills that build confidence, independence, and resilience? Do you wish there were a book that makes survival skills simple, exciting, and safe for kids aged 8 to 13? You’re in the right place. Survival Skills for Kids is your child’s ultimate guide to outdoor adventure, packed ...

Have you ever dreamed of embarking on epic outdoor adventures, where you’re the hero navigating the wild? Imagine mastering the skills to thrive in nature's playground—discovering hidden treasures, building shelters, and finding food in the wilderness. What if you could transform ordinary hikes into thrilling quests, all while learning essential survival skills? With "Outdoor Survival Skills for Kids," this dream can become a reality!

If you found yourself suddenly thrust into the wild without any modern conveniences like electricity, running water, Wi-Fi, or Google - would you know what to do? In a pandemic-induced post-apocalypse, do you know what your first priority should be? If your caving, camping, or hiking adventure goes haywire, how would you ensure your survival? By a former army ranger and Green Beret, this survival book provides crucial information alongside a logical, systems-based approach to survival and preparedness.

What if your child could confidently read a compass, find their way through the forest, and build a safe shelter—all while having the time of their life outdoors? This inspiring 2-book adventure bundle helps young explorers turn curiosity into courage and outdoor play into real-world skills. Designed for kids ages 8-12, it’s the perfect mix of fun, learning, and independence-building for Scouts, homeschoolers, and families who love the outdoors.

Attention all adventurers and nature-lovers! Are you ready to embark on the ultimate wilderness experience? Look no further than "Living in the Wilderness," the essential guidebook for anyone seeking to explore and survive in the great outdoors. Written by a seasoned wilderness expert, this comprehensive eBook covers everything from the essential know-how of survival preparation to advanced techniques for long-term sustainable living in the wild. With detailed instructions and helpful diagrams, you'll learn how to build a shelter, find and purify water, start a fire, and forage for food in ...

World-famous competitive skydiver and coach Dan Brodsky-Chenfeld presents proven tools and techniques for success and explains how they can be used in everyday life. Dan survived a plane crash from which 16 of the 22 people on board were killed. He was left critically injured and woke up from a six-week-long coma with a broken neck, broken skull, severe head trauma, a collapsed lung, and other serious internal injuries. Against all odds, Dan recovered and went on to become one of the greatest competitive skydiver in the world.

"I never set out to hike 10,000 miles. It just sort of happened over the course of a decade." And so goes Lawton Grinter's compelling collection of short stories that have been over ten years and 10,000 trail miles in the making. I Hike brings the reader trailside with blissful moments on the highest mountain ridges to the mental lows of mosquito hell and into some peculiar situations that even seasoned hikers may find unbelievable.