http://www.instructables.com Sun, 27 May 2012 22:52:52 UTC BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-your-own-Machete/
How to make your own Machete - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB2/CA6J/H2BMNI83/FB2CA6JH2BMNI83.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB2/CA6J/H2BMNI83/FB2CA6JH2BMNI83.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB2/CA6J/H2BMNI83/FB2CA6JH2BMNI83.SMALL.jpg Trollinwater         Hello Do It Yourself-ers!  This is my first instructable, and I thought I would give documenting my machete build a shot and turn it into a How-To for the site!           Now, we all know that a nice, big axe/knife comes in handy during camping trips or in survival packs.  In my case, I wil...
By: Trollinwater

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 May 2012 01:50:25 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Teardrop-Trailer/
Teardrop Trailer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZU/IBQW/H27LRHVM/FZUIBQWH27LRHVM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZU/IBQW/H27LRHVM/FZUIBQWH27LRHVM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZU/IBQW/H27LRHVM/FZUIBQWH27LRHVM.SMALL.jpg e1ioan Each step is one day. First of all, my day job is software programmer. This is my first build. I have basic knowledge of wood working and I have some tools. The build is going to take a while (a month? two?). I only have time to work on it from 8PM until I go to sleep (about 3 hours) and i...
By: e1ioan

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 15 May 2012 23:04:45 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Backpacking-Food-Bars-20/
Backpacking Food Bars 2.0 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/UG90/H1YOI6DP/F0QUG90H1YOI6DP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/UG90/H1YOI6DP/F0QUG90H1YOI6DP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/UG90/H1YOI6DP/F0QUG90H1YOI6DP.SMALL.jpg Grand Wanderer Even though it was posted over a year ago, I’m still receiving a surprising amount of interest in my Backpacking Food Bars.  I’ve refined the recipe a bit and taken it on another trip, so I thought I’d share an update.  This new version is significantly more nutritious and tastier than the previous ...
By: Grand Wanderer

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 May 2012 18:52:53 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Cotton-Ball-Fire-Starter/
How to Make a Cotton Ball Fire Starter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDK/PGT3/H1ZG6IL8/FDKPGT3H1ZG6IL8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDK/PGT3/H1ZG6IL8/FDKPGT3H1ZG6IL8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDK/PGT3/H1ZG6IL8/FDKPGT3H1ZG6IL8.SMALL.jpg lax0131 This is a very useful fire starter that you can use on camping trips, in your fire at home, or anywhere you choose!  They will burn from 2-3 minutes depending how much Vaseline you put on and the size of your cotton ball. Gather Materials You will need: 1 cotton ball (per fire starter) Some Vasel...
By: lax0131

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 10 May 2012 02:54:29 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Tactical-Multitool/
Tactical Multitool - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F23/Y9OV/H1PIT7IO/F23Y9OVH1PIT7IO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F23/Y9OV/H1PIT7IO/F23Y9OVH1PIT7IO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F23/Y9OV/H1PIT7IO/F23Y9OVH1PIT7IO.SMALL.jpg ineverfinishanyth When camping, I often wish I had brought a tool along; a hammer, a hatchet, a shovel, etc. Especially on backpacking trips, however, the weight and hassle of carrying 3 or 4 tools is over the top and not worth it in the long run. The Tactical Multitool is the perfect solution. It combines the versat...
By: ineverfinishanyth

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 28 Apr 2012 09:31:25 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-a-relatively-cheap-still-for-distilling-wa/
Making a relatively cheap still (for distilling water(for EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY!)) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F76/ZKG9/H1EMI4FS/F76ZKG9H1EMI4FS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F76/ZKG9/H1EMI4FS/F76ZKG9H1EMI4FS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F76/ZKG9/H1EMI4FS/F76ZKG9H1EMI4FS.SMALL.jpg TylerTsero Let's get started learning what distilling is: 1. Purify (a liquid) by vaporizing it, then condensing it by cooling the vapor, and collecting the resulting liquid. 2. Make (something, esp. liquor or an essence) in this way. Distillation is the method of separating a mixture into its component part...
By: TylerTsero

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 27 Apr 2012 21:03:23 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/20-Fish-Smoker-Attachment-for-Alcohol-Camping-Sto/
$20 Fish Smoker Attachment for Alcohol Camping Stove - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/FQWY/H19RQP3R/FHKFQWYH19RQP3R.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/FQWY/H19RQP3R/FHKFQWYH19RQP3R.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/FQWY/H19RQP3R/FHKFQWYH19RQP3R.SMALL.jpg lucyfanclub Most fish smokers are large, cumbersome things that cost $100 or more. I like to be able to smoke a trout at the side of the river, so I wanted a smoker one that could be used with my Trangia and was portable. This one was made for less than $20, takes no time to make, works very well and can be dro...
By: lucyfanclub

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 21 Apr 2012 01:19:07 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/12-volt-air-conditioner/
12 volt air conditioner - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIE/0UDD/H15NFQ79/FIE0UDDH15NFQ79.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIE/0UDD/H15NFQ79/FIE0UDDH15NFQ79.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIE/0UDD/H15NFQ79/FIE0UDDH15NFQ79.SMALL.jpg rowerwet in 2011 I built a Tear drop trailer (TD) similar to this http://www.instructables.com/id/Teardrop-Travel-Trailer/ , most TD campers carry some sort of air conditioner to deal with the hot weather. In dry areas of the country a swamp cooler  works fine as blowing a fan over a block of ice will cool t...
By: rowerwet

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 18 Apr 2012 17:31:26 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Extreme-Wilderness-Bunker/
Extreme Wilderness Bunker! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8A/HP9C/H0OIZQBC/F8AHP9CH0OIZQBC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8A/HP9C/H0OIZQBC/F8AHP9CH0OIZQBC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8A/HP9C/H0OIZQBC/F8AHP9CH0OIZQBC.SMALL.jpg machoturtle Lost in the woods? No place to call home? Live near the wilderness? Just wanna have fun? It's time for the extreme survival bunker! It's kinda like owning your own little cave, except more awesome. It can be as big or little as you want it, and it's plenty easy to build (me and my little brother bui...
By: machoturtle

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 10 Apr 2012 04:07:38 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Convert-Your-Truck-into-a-Camper/
Convert Your Truck into a Camper - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVV/L9Y5/GZKG2WI9/FVVL9Y5GZKG2WI9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVV/L9Y5/GZKG2WI9/FVVL9Y5GZKG2WI9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVV/L9Y5/GZKG2WI9/FVVL9Y5GZKG2WI9.SMALL.jpg nmartens If you have a truck with a topper, this instructable will show you how to design and build a sleeping platform for the bed of your truck.  The platform will allow you to store your camping supplies underneath your bed and eliminate the need to set up a tent.  Having a camper in the back of your truc...
By: nmartens

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Mar 2012 14:59:43 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Knorkoon-The-All-in-One-Travel-Utensil/
Knorkoon: The All-in-One Travel Utensil - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDP/4PFU/GHFK3T09/FDP4PFUGHFK3T09.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDP/4PFU/GHFK3T09/FDP4PFUGHFK3T09.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDP/4PFU/GHFK3T09/FDP4PFUGHFK3T09.SMALL.jpg frazeeg That's the "K-Nork-Oon" for those of you curious of its pronunciation. The idea for this began when I made a stop in a local outdoors store and saw the Light My Fire Spork.  Naturally, I didn't want to pay the price markup for something I thought I could make on my own with things I already ha...
By: frazeeg

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 Dec 2010 18:46:10 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Safely-Catch-a-Snake/
How to Safely Catch a Snake - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC9/WW4U/GZLW4BLR/FC9WW4UGZLW4BLR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC9/WW4U/GZLW4BLR/FC9WW4UGZLW4BLR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC9/WW4U/GZLW4BLR/FC9WW4UGZLW4BLR.SMALL.jpg ShutterEye If you're looking for some cowboy celebrity stunt of grabbing snakes out of trees and so on, you're in the wrong place. This guide works well in conjunction with the two other snake-related Instructables: Snake (or Hook) Stick - which can be viewed here. Snake Tube - which can be viewed here.  The...
By: ShutterEye

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Mar 2012 16:18:29 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Magnabiner-Build-your-own-Carabiner/
Magnabiner - Build your own Carabiner - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMG/IO24/GYQFN534/FMGIO24GYQFN534.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMG/IO24/GYQFN534/FMGIO24GYQFN534.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMG/IO24/GYQFN534/FMGIO24GYQFN534.SMALL.jpg crreed Hey everyone. Today we undertake a new adventure in the previously unfamiliar realm of metal.  This month of January I was taught how to use a wide range of metal tools and realized the endless realm of possibilities that can be created using metal and metal tooling techniques.  Here is my first, co...
By: crreed

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 10 Mar 2012 05:46:00 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Folding-Geodesic-Dome/
Folding Geodesic Dome - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F31/479T/GZ0MMC1E/F31479TGZ0MMC1E.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F31/479T/GZ0MMC1E/F31479TGZ0MMC1E.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F31/479T/GZ0MMC1E/F31479TGZ0MMC1E.SMALL.jpg yourpalsparky Geodesic domes are light, strong structures with huge interior space that is very pleasant and inviting.  Unfortunately they tend to take many man-hours to erect.  I wanted a dome that could be easily put up by one or two people in short order. Hence the Folding Geodesic Dome, also known as the Demo...
By: yourpalsparky

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 Feb 2012 02:15:33 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Gravity-Powered-Water-Filter-for-Backpacking/
Gravity Powered Water Filter for Backpacking - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6X/X85C/GWIDZ82J/F6XX85CGWIDZ82J.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6X/X85C/GWIDZ82J/F6XX85CGWIDZ82J.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6X/X85C/GWIDZ82J/F6XX85CGWIDZ82J.SMALL.jpg andrewaxley A water filter is a key piece of gear on nearly any backpacking trip. Many of these filters using a pump which moves the water through the filter and into your bottle. This design has its drawbacks as it may take a good amount of time and effort to pump all the water that you need for cooking, clean...
By: andrewaxley

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 23 Dec 2011 16:44:47 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Jet-Stove-Pocket-Sized-Alcohol-Powered-Stov/
Pocket Alcohol Stove - "Jet Stove" (Camper's Guide) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUQ/LDIQ/GXUYU3IU/FUQLDIQGXUYU3IU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUQ/LDIQ/GXUYU3IU/FUQLDIQGXUYU3IU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUQ/LDIQ/GXUYU3IU/FUQLDIQGXUYU3IU.SMALL.jpg ASCAS Today I am going to show you how to make a "Jet Stove". A stove that can fit right into your pocket! The stove can be powered by hand alcohol or anything similar. There are tons of useful applications for it. You can use it for camping, for winter warming, during brownouts, when you run out of LPG t...
By: ASCAS

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 Jan 2012 20:35:05 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Print-Waterproof-Plastic-Maps/
Print Waterproof Plastic Maps - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ2/3N9W/GVZ2BYAH/FQ23N9WGVZ2BYAH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ2/3N9W/GVZ2BYAH/FQ23N9WGVZ2BYAH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ2/3N9W/GVZ2BYAH/FQ23N9WGVZ2BYAH.SMALL.jpg hpstoutharrow Make your own Waterproof Maps by Printing directly on Plastic Film...garbage bag film.  This is not simply laminating paper maps.   The end result of this simple project is a 100% plastic map that is thinner, lighter, and more durable than paper.  Sure, plastic paper can be purchased for printing ...
By: hpstoutharrow

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Dec 2011 21:45:38 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/RadioShell-Hacking-a-radio-for-backpacking/
RadioShell: Hacking a radio for backpacking - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUJ/QNEK/GVRX4JQM/FUJQNEKGVRX4JQM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUJ/QNEK/GVRX4JQM/FUJQNEKGVRX4JQM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUJ/QNEK/GVRX4JQM/FUJQNEKGVRX4JQM.SMALL.jpg jamesricedesign This instructable will show you how to hack a standard radio to be durable enough to withstand being carried around within a traveller's backpack. The RadioShell is a small, ergonomic, clamshell radio for those who value durability while travelling. The RadioShell closes flush on all sides, protect...
By: jamesricedesign

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Dec 2011 13:08:48 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Plastic-Soda-Bottle-Lid-Capsule/
Plastic Soda Bottle Lid Capsule - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSF/X54Z/GV4W3299/FSFX54ZGV4W3299.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSF/X54Z/GV4W3299/FSFX54ZGV4W3299.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSF/X54Z/GV4W3299/FSFX54ZGV4W3299.SMALL.jpg bfgreen A couple of months ago I stumbled upon a discussion board that talked about and showed a small, lightweight reusable container made out of the necks and lids of two plastic soda bottles.  I haven't been able to find that same post ever since, but remember enough about it to want to give it a shot fo...
By: bfgreen

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 18 Nov 2011 21:55:13 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Clean-a-Fish-1/
How to Clean a Fish - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/N1ST/GU7F396B/F92N1STGU7F396B.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/N1ST/GU7F396B/F92N1STGU7F396B.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/N1ST/GU7F396B/F92N1STGU7F396B.SMALL.jpg kategarfin As a beginner fisherman or fisherwoman, it is easy to get into the excitement of reeling in an 8 pound wallet, or fighting back and forth with a Northern. What happens after you make the catch? The following instructions will give you a basic look at how to fillet and prepare a fish for cooking. No ...
By: kategarfin

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 27 Oct 2011 17:53:00 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Miniature-Camp-Stove/
Miniature Camp Stove - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNV/BK3Z/GUOAEQJ1/FNVBK3ZGUOAEQJ1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNV/BK3Z/GUOAEQJ1/FNVBK3ZGUOAEQJ1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNV/BK3Z/GUOAEQJ1/FNVBK3ZGUOAEQJ1.SMALL.jpg Random_Canadian While looking at camp stoves I thought that I needed a tiny one. This is a wood burning (tea Light Alternative) miniature camp stove. The stove is made from scrap copper tubing and about 3 hours of my time. I used 2 5/8 copper tube and basic copper plumbing tube. all connections are brazed using...
By: Random_Canadian

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 Nov 2011 23:53:36 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/MooseBear-Repellent-aka-FLAME-THROWER/
Moose/Bear Repellent aka FLAME THROWER - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCF/XEYE/GUI0T4WD/FCFXEYEGUI0T4WD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCF/XEYE/GUI0T4WD/FCFXEYEGUI0T4WD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCF/XEYE/GUI0T4WD/FCFXEYEGUI0T4WD.SMALL.jpg PDRWLSN The idea for this project was born from trying to get our campfires started with kindling and wood so wet we couldn't get them to burn with dry paper. Sure charcoal lighter would work but where's the fun in that? Please don't be misled by the term Moose/Bear Repellent, I only used it to create m...
By: PDRWLSN

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 Nov 2011 07:48:35 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Seatless-strap-chair/
"Seat(less)" strap chair - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBE/IY0K/GTGCZPBT/FBEIY0KGTGCZPBT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBE/IY0K/GTGCZPBT/FBEIY0KGTGCZPBT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBE/IY0K/GTGCZPBT/FBEIY0KGTGCZPBT.SMALL.jpg higginbo I saw this concept at a store, as a commercially made product. I thought it was great, but it could use a few modifications, then I saw the price of $40, and decided I could definitely make one that was about 1/5 the cost, and more usable, so here it is.  The concept is simple, a highly portable st...
By: higginbo

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 7 Oct 2011 03:15:02 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Better-Sterno-Alternative/
Better Sterno Alternative - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5G/DF81/GSUSPH84/F5GDF81GSUSPH84.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5G/DF81/GSUSPH84/F5GDF81GSUSPH84.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5G/DF81/GSUSPH84/F5GDF81GSUSPH84.SMALL.jpg tjesse How you pack for the outdoors depends on how you spend your time exploring nature. Packing light seems to be a common goal among campers, hikers and survivalists. Most also agree that having a compact way to cook and boil water is preferred. I will show you a pocket sized piece of survival gear that...
By: tjesse

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 3 Oct 2011 20:17:15 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Hands-Free-Water-Station/
Hands Free Water Station - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBF/S21M/GRTHYAAF/FBFS21MGRTHYAAF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBF/S21M/GRTHYAAF/FBFS21MGRTHYAAF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBF/S21M/GRTHYAAF/FBFS21MGRTHYAAF.SMALL.jpg Mrballeng Here is a simple way to wash your hands with the help of gravity. It works like this. The jug of water is suspended from a tree or something alike. A section of vinyl hose is connected to the spout at one end and on a pivoting arm on the other. When the hose is brought lower then the water level ...
By: Mrballeng

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 31 Aug 2011 05:09:57 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Homebuilt-Camper-Trailer/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0J/U8RB/GS3BDSPM/F0JU8RBGS3BDSPM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0J/U8RB/GS3BDSPM/F0JU8RBGS3BDSPM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0J/U8RB/GS3BDSPM/F0JU8RBGS3BDSPM.SMALL.jpg anthonyschr Safari BaseCamp 10 is a homebuilt camper trailer that my dad and my brother and I built, with the help of some nearby craftsmen. One of the goals has been to create a self-sufficient system that facilitates a complete set of commodities without the need for hookups. Although many details were worked...
By: anthonyschr

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Sep 2011 02:24:19 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Camping-Wind-Turbine/
Camping Wind Turbine - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2P/RBKR/GS3BC53Q/F2PRBKRGS3BC53Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2P/RBKR/GS3BC53Q/F2PRBKRGS3BC53Q.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2P/RBKR/GS3BC53Q/F2PRBKRGS3BC53Q.SMALL.jpg ineverfinishanyth Camping's all about enjoying the outdoors; but let's face it - electronics are hard to power in the outdoors...There's nothing worse than pulling out your camera to snap a photo of a great view and finding out your battery's dead! Generators are heavy and difficult to lug around, and so the perfect ...
By: ineverfinishanyth

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Sep 2011 03:18:48 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Altoids-tin-candle/
Altoids tin candle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1U/W0BO/GRQ44QUO/F1UW0BOGRQ44QUO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1U/W0BO/GRQ44QUO/F1UW0BOGRQ44QUO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1U/W0BO/GRQ44QUO/F1UW0BOGRQ44QUO.SMALL.jpg nathanya2011 A simple instructable to teach u how to make an easy candle for camping or surviving in the wild. Items needed All u need is a glass jar or anything else to melt your wax,four to six tea light candles,an empty Altoids tin,and either super glue or a hot glue gun. removing metal and wicks from ...
By: nathanya2011

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 25 Aug 2011 20:21:39 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Backpacking-Cooler/
Backpacking Cooler - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI4/4B6P/GRFNE1DV/FI44B6PGRFNE1DV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI4/4B6P/GRFNE1DV/FI44B6PGRFNE1DV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI4/4B6P/GRFNE1DV/FI44B6PGRFNE1DV.SMALL.jpg RobbySkateboard Wouldn't it be nice if you could go backpacking for a week and be able to have an ice cold soda on that last day? Or to keep sausage and eggs cold for longer? Well for the total cost of less than 10 bucks you can! This is a cheap and effective DIY. The whole thing weighs barely anything even with 3 ...
By: RobbySkateboard

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 24 Aug 2011 10:32:21 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord-Wrap/
Paracord Wrap - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX5/TSE5/GO6VA6B0/FX5TSE5GO6VA6B0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX5/TSE5/GO6VA6B0/FX5TSE5GO6VA6B0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX5/TSE5/GO6VA6B0/FX5TSE5GO6VA6B0.SMALL.jpg Harlan Whitman  For this Instructable gonna wrap a handle on a custom camp axe that I made. This form of wrap could be used on any type of handle. A nice thing about this type of handle is that if needed you have however many feet of rope with your tool. Last summer I actually unwrapped a handle for rope (that I f...
By: Harlan Whitman

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 21 Aug 2011 22:12:09 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Camping-tips-and-tricks/
Camping tips and tricks - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8B/FTHY/GRFNCV73/F8BFTHYGRFNCV73.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8B/FTHY/GRFNCV73/F8BFTHYGRFNCV73.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8B/FTHY/GRFNCV73/F8BFTHYGRFNCV73.SMALL.jpg Lorddrake For over 30 years my family has been making annual trips to Vermont to go camping in the late Fall.  Over the years it has grown from being just four of us (my Mom, Dad, Sister, and me) to over a dozen people, family and close friends.  I know a lot of people on instructables are into backpack cam...
By: Lorddrake

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 19 Aug 2011 03:19:36 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Volcano-Picnic-Plate/
Volcano Picnic Plate - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F01/ZI84/GP7IHWWH/F01ZI84GP7IHWWH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F01/ZI84/GP7IHWWH/F01ZI84GP7IHWWH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F01/ZI84/GP7IHWWH/F01ZI84GP7IHWWH.SMALL.jpg hpstoutharrow Eat, Drink and be Merry with this all in one food and drink assist system.  Everyone loves outdoor finger foods but with one hand holding a plate, and another holding a drink, there are no fingers available to actually get food to your mouth. The worst things about outdoor eating...not enough hands...
By: hpstoutharrow

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Aug 2011 17:09:20 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Firetruck-Camping-Car/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5O/D59W/GR6ZJO9P/F5OD59WGR6ZJO9P.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5O/D59W/GR6ZJO9P/F5OD59WGR6ZJO9P.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5O/D59W/GR6ZJO9P/F5OD59WGR6ZJO9P.SMALL.jpg steampunker_de I bought  an old cheap Firetruck directly from an Fire Department. It was not longer used and older than 40years! I removed all the things don´t needed any longer and created an useful interior for festivals and camping... if you have any questions, feel free to ask. please excuse when i used some i...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 11 Aug 2011 13:18:52 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-MREsa-tutorial/
DIY MREs.....a tutorial... - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPA/ZAYU/FRK45FAD/FPAZAYUFRK45FAD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPA/ZAYU/FRK45FAD/FPAZAYUFRK45FAD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPA/ZAYU/FRK45FAD/FPAZAYUFRK45FAD.SMALL.jpg HTWTUSA I'm gonna be showing you a way to store meals at a fraction of the cost of commercial or even surplus MRE cost.... Your average MRE will run you between 5 and 8 bucks....My MREs cost under 3 dollars each, and are customized to my taste.... Shopping List... ***Step 1...gather your fixins....anyth...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2009 18:43:19 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Teardrop-Travel-Trailer/
Teardrop Travel Trailer (added VIDEOS!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNX/D6QT/GQB4X3DC/FNXD6QTGQB4X3DC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNX/D6QT/GQB4X3DC/FNXD6QTGQB4X3DC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNX/D6QT/GQB4X3DC/FNXD6QTGQB4X3DC.SMALL.jpg Rob O Fair warning!  This is going to be a biggie Instructable.  Fair warning!  I suggest you read the WHOLE THING before you start building.  You may also want to obtain some more detailed plans that include more detailed drawings and dimensions. Over the past year I've built a 'teardrop travel trailer....
By: Rob O

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 26 Jul 2011 03:17:35 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/make-your-own-charcoal/
make your own charcoal - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDE/3JLJ/GPZABOBZ/FDE3JLJGPZABOBZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDE/3JLJ/GPZABOBZ/FDE3JLJGPZABOBZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDE/3JLJ/GPZABOBZ/FDE3JLJGPZABOBZ.SMALL.jpg windstalker1992 bqqing is always nice and nicer when you dont have to spend to get charcoal and this is my way of having the fun of childish fire starting plus getting charcoal to grill on later what you will need what you will need : *wood *a sealable bqq or other thing (mine is made of cast iron and isnt s...
By: windstalker1992

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 11 Jul 2011 18:49:24 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Priming-Wick-for-Alcohol-Stove-and-Pot-Stand/
Priming Wick for Alcohol Stove [and Pot Stand] - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK2/8VFR/GP7IFJ91/FK28VFRGP7IFJ91.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK2/8VFR/GP7IFJ91/FK28VFRGP7IFJ91.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK2/8VFR/GP7IFJ91/FK28VFRGP7IFJ91.SMALL.jpg waranddiscord Priming Wick Made from Household Materials An alternative to using a priming pan or a fibreglass wick wrap on your drinks can stove. Tools and Materials You will need... Needle-nose pliers with wire cutters (or Leatherman) 1 bolt, 5 or 6mm diameter (I used M6) Thin, bendable wire like snar...
By: waranddiscord

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 3 Jul 2011 19:23:28 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Duct-Tape-Hammock-1/
Duct Tape Hammock - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F36/45ZY/GOW481H6/F3645ZYGOW481H6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F36/45ZY/GOW481H6/F3645ZYGOW481H6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F36/45ZY/GOW481H6/F3645ZYGOW481H6.SMALL.jpg Dadzilla This red, white, and blue hammock is the perfect place to relax on the 4th of July! The Pieces 3 x roll Scotch duct tape 2 x wooden dowel (48" x 1" diameter) The Set-Up Since this hammock is woven, and duct tape is as sticky as, well, duct tape, a rigid set-up is necessary. I used a woode...
By: Dadzilla

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 16 Jun 2011 17:04:51 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Making-of-MACHETE/
"MI MACHETE".DIY "MACHETE". - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8L/XU13/GOHMGF92/F8LXU13GOHMGF92.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8L/XU13/GOHMGF92/F8LXU13GOHMGF92.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8L/XU13/GOHMGF92/F8LXU13GOHMGF92.SMALL.jpg Mr.Sanchez Templed by Sun and Rain and left as useless , it was waiting for someone who could back it to live  Blast Wood and make some Big Noise. Aint a cool Intro…? If you google "Machete" you´ll find a pic of an Old Badass Texican…that’s not the one that I´m going to talk about…I´m talking about that Tool ...
By: Mr.Sanchez

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 4 Jun 2011 00:49:56 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Paper-Bricks-free-fuel-from-recycled-paper/
Paper Bricks - free fuel from recycled paper - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0W/KX67/GN4D067N/F0WKX67GN4D067N.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0W/KX67/GN4D067N/F0WKX67GN4D067N.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0W/KX67/GN4D067N/F0WKX67GN4D067N.SMALL.jpg adsandy Even those who try to go paper-free still have lots of paper around the house.  This is especially true if you are a student.  Recycling is a great way to dispose of it, but why not turn it into something that you can use and enjoy.  This makes a great project for a rainy day.  While the components ...
By: adsandy

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 May 2011 01:01:37 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/modern-outhouse/
modern outhouse - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F98/SZEB/GKGL6DI7/F98SZEBGKGL6DI7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F98/SZEB/GKGL6DI7/F98SZEBGKGL6DI7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F98/SZEB/GKGL6DI7/F98SZEBGKGL6DI7.SMALL.jpg coolbeansbaby68 I built this 8 by 8 modern outhouse for my property. I dismantled a 1993 25 foot camper and used the toilet, vanity ,sink. shower, and windows from the camper. Building the floor I studded in a 8 by 8 floor  with pressure treated 2 by 8s and in between the studs i mounted the black water ta...
By: coolbeansbaby68

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 Feb 2011 19:22:39 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Propane-Tank-ard/
Propane Tank-ard Insulated Beverage Bottle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAE/51KG/GKAYXY6Q/FAE51KGGKAYXY6Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAE/51KG/GKAYXY6Q/FAE51KGGKAYXY6Q.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAE/51KG/GKAYXY6Q/FAE51KGGKAYXY6Q.SMALL.jpg hpstoutharrow Re-Purpose a disposable Propane tank into an insulated beverage container. Instead of throwing away those one-time use Propane tanks, this Instructable shows you how to turn them into a safe, reusable drink tankard. Best of all, it is a functional insulated container so, it will keep your drink col...
By: hpstoutharrow

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 Feb 2011 02:19:13 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Ultra-Lightweight-Backpacking-Spice-Kit-only-1oz/
Ultra-Lightweight Backpacking Spice Kit (only 1oz.) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDU/G2KE/FWA98RHC/FDUG2KEFWA98RHC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDU/G2KE/FWA98RHC/FDUG2KEFWA98RHC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDU/G2KE/FWA98RHC/FDUG2KEFWA98RHC.SMALL.jpg thatoneguydavid I like to cook, and I like to hike, so naturally I like to cook while I hike. In order to make some interesting and tasty meals on the trail, I put together a small spice kit. I decided to make my own kit mainly because I could not find anything i liked available commercially. That and it was sup...
By: thatoneguydavid

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 24 Jun 2009 04:22:12 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-clean-your-climbing-rope/
How to clean your climbing rope! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF6/UBP8/GHSYTPXO/FF6UBP8GHSYTPXO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF6/UBP8/GHSYTPXO/FF6UBP8GHSYTPXO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF6/UBP8/GHSYTPXO/FF6UBP8GHSYTPXO.SMALL.jpg The Insomniac This is a project I made to clean my ever-growing number of climbing ropes, as well as the many ropes I use at my local Scout camp's climbing tower.Previously I had only ever used the "big bucket of soapy water" method, until I was introduced to this one this fall. Cleaning a climbing rope regularly...
By: The Insomniac

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 17 Dec 2010 22:07:56 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Duct-Tape-Hammock/
Duct Tape Hammock - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO1/Q4A7/GFRWPWT5/FO1Q4A7GFRWPWT5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO1/Q4A7/GFRWPWT5/FO1Q4A7GFRWPWT5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO1/Q4A7/GFRWPWT5/FO1Q4A7GFRWPWT5.SMALL.jpg sitzikbs Make a Hammock out of Duct Tape and every household materials in 3 Easy steps: Step 1: Woodworks (Preparing the wooden rods) Step 2: Duct Tape Heaven Step 3: Rope it up Materials:  2 wooden rods (Broom or mop will do) Duct Tape : 50m Rope Tools: Saw Drilling machine  6 mm drill Good mood :) ...
By: sitzikbs

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 Oct 2010 12:56:28 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Sugru-Knife-CaddyCase/
Sugru Knife Caddy/Case! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVM/MXVV/GEI8WISD/FVMMXVVGEI8WISD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVM/MXVV/GEI8WISD/FVMMXVVGEI8WISD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVM/MXVV/GEI8WISD/FVMMXVVGEI8WISD.SMALL.jpg strykerX_X        I have been looking for a way to cary my knife around & have it quickly accessible, but couldn't find the right case. So I made this nice knife caddy/case that I can quickly pull my knife out of, & then put it securely back in. (Great for on a hicking backpack & on your pants belt-loop for ev...
By: strykerX_X

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 26 Sep 2010 19:44:29 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Mini-Altoid-Gas-Grill/
Mini Altoid Gas Grill - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/4TJL/GELSMDTO/F9K4TJLGELSMDTO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/4TJL/GELSMDTO/F9K4TJLGELSMDTO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/4TJL/GELSMDTO/F9K4TJLGELSMDTO.SMALL.jpg HM-Innovations The title has it all, you've seen the original Altoids Grill that uses small pieces of charcoal or even alcohol. We made the first Butane Lighter Altoids Gas Grill... Keep in mind that this is not really safe for actually cooking something on it, but you can heat up water, pans, etc. We hope y'al...
By: HM-Innovations

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 29 Sep 2010 20:15:31 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Camping-Hot-Tub/
Camping Hot Tub - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO8/6H32/GE7LBKAM/FO86H32GE7LBKAM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO8/6H32/GE7LBKAM/FO86H32GE7LBKAM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO8/6H32/GE7LBKAM/FO86H32GE7LBKAM.SMALL.jpg player2756 Sitting around the camp fire at a lake has left us too hot on one side and freezing on the other.  Drunken idea - A hot tub would keep us warm all over.  It would also get the girls in thier bikinis! How will a 10x10x2ft body of water be heated and kept hot?  Don't forget to comment, rate and shar...
By: player2756

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 Sep 2010 15:15:01 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Campfire-Toasting-Fork/
Campfire Toasting Fork - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCI/4QEX/GDIKF0WY/FCI4QEXGDIKF0WY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCI/4QEX/GDIKF0WY/FCI4QEXGDIKF0WY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCI/4QEX/GDIKF0WY/FCI4QEXGDIKF0WY.SMALL.jpg AntMan232 This instructable tells you how to make a really easy toasting fork, for use on campfires. It takes about 30 seconds to make and can be made with just a penknife. Tools/Materials You need: A penknife, preferably locking for safety. (I used  Victorinox Skipper) A stick, about 1/2 an inch thick...
By: AntMan232

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 31 Aug 2010 15:25:47 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Parachute-Shade-Structure/
Parachute Shade Structure - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE5/8DWH/EDKET2JY84X/FE58DWHEDKET2JY84X.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE5/8DWH/EDKET2JY84X/FE58DWHEDKET2JY84X.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE5/8DWH/EDKET2JY84X/FE58DWHEDKET2JY84X.SMALL.jpg benjcarson How to build a sturdy shade structure using a military surplus "35 foot" parachute. We're bringing this to Burning Man this year, so it has to withstand the intense winds on the playa. Update: The structure made it to the playa and survived the wicked windstorm on Wednesday! It required some addi...
By: benjcarson

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