http://www.instructables.com Sun, 27 May 2012 22:52:55 UTC BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Inflatable-Bed-to-Stand-Up-Paddle-Board-Pump-Adapt/
Inflatable Bed to Stand-Up Paddle Board Pump Adapter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4C/NQAT/H2MYJRBN/F4CNQATH2MYJRBN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4C/NQAT/H2MYJRBN/F4CNQATH2MYJRBN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4C/NQAT/H2MYJRBN/F4CNQATH2MYJRBN.SMALL.jpg ewilhelm Across Tomales Bay in Point Reyes National park are some of my favorite campsites, which can only be reached by boat.  On our most recent trip, my wife, Christy, was concerned about sleeping comfortably on just a sleeping pad due to a rib injury and being many months pregnant.  Since we either sail ...
By: ewilhelm

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 25 May 2012 20:22:54 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/BUILD-A-MINIATURE-toy-hauler-CAMPER/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5U/JZQO/H1ZG81LB/F5UJZQOH1ZG81LB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5U/JZQO/H1ZG81LB/F5UJZQOH1ZG81LB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5U/JZQO/H1ZG81LB/F5UJZQOH1ZG81LB.SMALL.jpg cajundood OK....This will begin as a sort of reverse-instructable. I  will need comment & suggestions on how to best utilize the space given. I love the instructables on teardrop trailer construction and they gave me great ideas. but i can purchase an enclosed trailer new, for about the same and build from th...
By: cajundood

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 May 2012 13:04:31 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Best-Penny-Stove-with-Built-in-Primer/
Best Penny Stove with Built in Primer!!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW8/VZ1T/H27LSBJN/FW8VZ1TH27LSBJN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW8/VZ1T/H27LSBJN/FW8VZ1TH27LSBJN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW8/VZ1T/H27LSBJN/FW8VZ1TH27LSBJN.SMALL.jpg ralphulous There are alot of stoves out there that have trouble priming them. This makes it so you don't have to throw gas on the ground or all over your stove.   Here is what you'll need.   Cutting the Bottom Can Using a sharpie and a book or small box mark a line all the way around about an inch and half ...
By: ralphulous

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 May 2012 07:37:44 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-attatch-MOLLE-shoulder-straps-and-hip-belt-/
How to attatch MOLLE shoulder straps and hip belt to an ALICE Pack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMO/22VD/H1ZG7YPJ/FMO22VDH1ZG7YPJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMO/22VD/H1ZG7YPJ/FMO22VDH1ZG7YPJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMO/22VD/H1ZG7YPJ/FMO22VDH1ZG7YPJ.SMALL.jpg APRHollowPoint This is my first instructable so if something's missing let me know in the comments. In this Instructable I'll show you how to attatch the MOLLE shoulder straps and waist belt to the Medium ALICE Pack. I chose to upgrade to the MOLLE straps because they were much more comfortable than the ALICE stra...
By: APRHollowPoint

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 May 2012 00:36:30 UTC 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/Whats-in-my-Backpack/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI5/XB3Q/H1YONIVX/FI5XB3QH1YONIVX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI5/XB3Q/H1YONIVX/FI5XB3QH1YONIVX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI5/XB3Q/H1YONIVX/FI5XB3QH1YONIVX.SMALL.jpg amandaggogo Got a two part video series here showing what all I choose to put into my camping backpack, and my guy friend's camping backpack. Covering the basics, food, water, first aid/survival, tools, and some other various items. Feel free to kindly comment on anything you think I might need to add! To see p...
By: amandaggogo

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 18 May 2012 21:41:32 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/Outdoor-Living-Skills-Summer-Camp-Guide/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPT/BLYF/H1ZG6W6P/FPTBLYFH1ZG6W6P.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPT/BLYF/H1ZG6W6P/FPTBLYFH1ZG6W6P.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPT/BLYF/H1ZG6W6P/FPTBLYFH1ZG6W6P.SMALL.gif poofrabbit Outdoor Living Skills (OLS) is offered at many summer camps across the United States.  During my time working for a children's overnight camp I can tell you this is a VERY popular activity!  Instructables is a wonderful place to get ideas for camp projects, this guide will help you collect and use ...
By: poofrabbit

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 12 May 2012 16:03:05 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Program-Director-Special-Events-Summer-Camp-Guid/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2P/EZUA/H1YOHRTG/F2PEZUAH1YOHRTG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2P/EZUA/H1YOHRTG/F2PEZUAH1YOHRTG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2P/EZUA/H1YOHRTG/F2PEZUAH1YOHRTG.SMALL.jpg poofrabbit Program, evening program directors and special events coordinators at children's summer camps have a big tasks.  Not only do they help work with homesick campers, staff, ensuring cabins are clean, but they are also in charge of making sure programs run smoothly, that they are entertaining, and they ...
By: poofrabbit

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 12 May 2012 15:01:43 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/Buck-Fishing-Knife/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8B/ERF4/H1PIT8A1/F8BERF4H1PIT8A1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8B/ERF4/H1PIT8A1/F8BERF4H1PIT8A1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8B/ERF4/H1PIT8A1/F8BERF4H1PIT8A1.SMALL.jpg lucyfanclub I've had a Buck folding fishing knife lying around unused for a few years. The blade was corroded so I turned it into a small fixed blade. The blade was reduced from about 6 inches to 4, reshaped and reground. The handle is figured Tasmanian Blackwood with brass hilt and lanyard hole.The sheath is c...
By: lucyfanclub

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 4 May 2012 07:50:01 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Wood-Carrier-thats-a-Cinch/
Make a Wood Carrier that's a Cinch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFX/XIRV/H1QML8RE/FFXXIRVH1QML8RE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFX/XIRV/H1QML8RE/FFXXIRVH1QML8RE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFX/XIRV/H1QML8RE/FFXXIRVH1QML8RE.SMALL.jpg bobzjr Make this simple, effective, and low cost wood carrier.  You only need two materials.  The picture probably tells you everything you need - but I am posting detailed steps and comments. Traditional wood carriers take more materials and also do not take advantage of the cinching mechanism.  This wor...
By: bobzjr

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 4 May 2012 02:49:14 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-set-an-Eyelet/
How to set an Eyelet (grommet) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXU/903T/H1LWPICP/FXU903TH1LWPICP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXU/903T/H1LWPICP/FXU903TH1LWPICP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXU/903T/H1LWPICP/FXU903TH1LWPICP.SMALL.jpg macfreshy This will cover setting an eyelet without the special eyelet pliers, a bench mounted press, or a hydraulic press. You will need a hole punch, the eyelet tool (or tapered punch large enough to spread the eyelet) and an anvil of some sort with a hole. punch the hole. Using either a leather/ fabric ...
By: macfreshy

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Apr 2012 08:47:50 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Big-Teepee-from-Cedar-Trees/
Make a Big Teepee from Cedar Trees - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/RF2R/H1LWPFK1/FW2RF2RH1LWPFK1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/RF2R/H1LWPFK1/FW2RF2RH1LWPFK1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/RF2R/H1LWPFK1/FW2RF2RH1LWPFK1.SMALL.jpg triumphman I had always wanted my own Teepee after watching "Dances with Wolves" ! They look so comfortable and are easily moved! Well I have  quite a few dead cedar trees around my Log Home, so I decided to cut them down and make a Teepee of my own! Here is how I did it! Here is what you need! To start off...
By: triumphman

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 Apr 2012 22:14:47 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/My-prototype-folding-camp-saw/
My prototype folding camp saw. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWC/61J6/H1ENBW2I/FWC61J6H1ENBW2I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWC/61J6/H1ENBW2I/FWC61J6H1ENBW2I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWC/61J6/H1ENBW2I/FWC61J6H1ENBW2I.SMALL.jpg str8shter This my version of a folding camp saw, used to cut fire wood or whatever, just don't cut yourself. See the saw used in a test cut video cutting a 3 1/2" walnut log. This is very hard wood and the saw worked very well. Also see the video showing how to unfold and fold the saw. It took just o...
By: str8shter

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 26 Apr 2012 23:39:10 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Excali-weenie-Slayer-of-Burnt-Hot-Dogs-Bane-of-A/
Excali-weenie, Slayer of Burnt Hot Dogs, Bane of All Over-Roasted Marshmallows! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOS/77CH/H1ERI08W/FOS77CHH1ERI08W.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOS/77CH/H1ERI08W/FOS77CHH1ERI08W.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOS/77CH/H1ERI08W/FOS77CHH1ERI08W.SMALL.jpg pastprimitive My wife, son, and I like to spend a dinner or two month during the spring time before it reaches nuclear heat levels of 90-110 deg F eating dinner outside by our fire pit area we lovingly call the "fire bowl" (Click to see a video of what the fire bowl looks like).  The rabbits, pheasants, bull snak...
By: pastprimitive

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 25 Apr 2012 09:30:57 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Small-wood-burning-tent-stove/
Small wood burning tent stove - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1O/UTI2/H19RTG2W/F1OUTI2H19RTG2W.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1O/UTI2/H19RTG2W/F1OUTI2H19RTG2W.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1O/UTI2/H19RTG2W/F1OUTI2H19RTG2W.SMALL.jpg supererogator This is STRICTLY for use in a tent already fitted with a chimney, or outdoors.  DO NOT use this in an RV, modern, non military tent, or anything else that may catch fire.  I am not responsible if you set your self, friends, and family on fire. That being said:  My goal was to build a cheap wood sto...
By: supererogator

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 24 Apr 2012 05:41:00 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/Cotton-Wool-Ball-and-Petroleum-Jelly-Firestarters/
Cotton Wool Ball and Petroleum Jelly Firestarters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJL/S7DT/H18FMUVR/FJLS7DTH18FMUVR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJL/S7DT/H18FMUVR/FJLS7DTH18FMUVR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJL/S7DT/H18FMUVR/FJLS7DTH18FMUVR.SMALL.jpg lucyfanclub I've seen different ways to make firestarters from cotton wool and Vaseline (petroleum jelly). This is the quickest way I've found and makes excellent firestarters that keep for ages and burn for about 6-7 minutes. You’ll need: - Cotton wool or cotton wool balls - Vaseline (petroleum jelly) - Sauce...
By: lucyfanclub

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 20 Apr 2012 08:37:07 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/Cowboy-boot-knife-sheath-1/
Cowboy boot knife sheath - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCE/Y0I3/H0TBYCEK/FCEY0I3H0TBYCEK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCE/Y0I3/H0TBYCEK/FCEY0I3H0TBYCEK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCE/Y0I3/H0TBYCEK/FCEY0I3H0TBYCEK.SMALL.jpg mrknifeman I made this for 2 reasons: 1, there are lots of military boot knives for sale, but I found out these are supposed to go in the lacing of a boot. And as you know, cowboy boots don't have laces. And 2, I was wrapping the handle of my knife in paracord, and the knife would not fit in the old sheath wit...
By: mrknifeman

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 17 Apr 2012 16:54:19 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Firestarter-my-version/
Firestarter (my version) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/4LA1/H0OJ2154/FE44LA1H0OJ2154.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/4LA1/H0OJ2154/FE44LA1H0OJ2154.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/4LA1/H0OJ2154/FE44LA1H0OJ2154.SMALL.jpg mmedeiros Hello, it's my first instructable, hope you like Sorry to my English... My version of firestarter, after much research here, i make this firestarter. making the firestarter Materials: Egg box old candles (for cut and melt) sawdust steel wool (optional) Steps: 1 - cut the candle in a pieces o...
By: mmedeiros

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 Apr 2012 15:56:23 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Fishing-pole-tent-revisited/
Fishing pole tent revisited. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC5/YUBJ/H0FLNNYV/FC5YUBJH0FLNNYV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC5/YUBJ/H0FLNNYV/FC5YUBJH0FLNNYV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC5/YUBJ/H0FLNNYV/FC5YUBJH0FLNNYV.SMALL.jpg Computothought Here I will re-present the original fishing pole tent from (http://www.instructables.com/id/Multi-use-fishing-pole-idea/) and add some enhancements. The original tent. Scenes from the original instructable. But we want to make a smaller tent and then possibly add flaps. The tent poles. We want...
By: Computothought

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 14 Apr 2012 17:57:55 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Pot-Belly-Stove-Outdoor-Wood-Heater/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTR/MTCY/H0XM7LQF/FTRMTCYH0XM7LQF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTR/MTCY/H0XM7LQF/FTRMTCYH0XM7LQF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTR/MTCY/H0XM7LQF/FTRMTCYH0XM7LQF.SMALL.jpg qakaos Hi Guys My First Instructable.. Here is my version of a typical "outdoor wood heater" built over the holiday break ready for winter in Australia. This was a great little project where i could spent 4 days welding things together! My build makes use of 3 old truck brake drums, scrap steel and wate...
By: qakaos

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 12 Apr 2012 13:37:32 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Hotmail-Heater/
The Hotmail Heater, prepper bug out off the grid heat and hot water - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDB/3NMO/H1EN6X2D/FDB3NMOH1EN6X2D.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDB/3NMO/H1EN6X2D/FDB3NMOH1EN6X2D.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDB/3NMO/H1EN6X2D/FDB3NMOH1EN6X2D.SMALL.jpg rowerwet I built a Teardrop trailer in 2011, finding a cheap heat source for of-the-grid camping that is safe is one of those ideas always being kicked around on the best (IMO) website for Tear Drop Trailers (TD) http://www.tnttt.com/index.php.  There is a company that makes a tent heater powered by propane,...
By: rowerwet

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 12 Apr 2012 13:33:27 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/Multi-use-fishing-pole-idea/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV3/5EJP/H0FLJBTQ/FV35EJPH0FLJBTQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV3/5EJP/H0FLJBTQ/FV35EJPH0FLJBTQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV3/5EJP/H0FLJBTQ/FV35EJPH0FLJBTQ.SMALL.jpg Computothought Just a thought. having gone camping many times as a kid, wished I had one of these to save on all the equipment we had to carry.  Fishing pole(s) that also could be used as part of a tent to reduce equipment It's a walking stick, fishing pole. spear, hoe, and tent poles all in one. Tent stake and co...
By: Computothought

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 3 Apr 2012 17:04:54 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Off-Grid-Light-Weight-Camper-for-My-Tiny-Truck/
Off Grid, Light-Weight Camper for My Tiny Truck - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNU/JZNA/H0FLNNM1/FNUJZNAH0FLNNM1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNU/JZNA/H0FLNNM1/FNUJZNAH0FLNNM1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNU/JZNA/H0FLNNM1/FNUJZNAH0FLNNM1.SMALL.jpg Noodles For Free - First off, if you are looking at this and you are yelling in bold "IT'S NOT EVEN FINISHED!!!"  or you are the type that is yelling in bold   "IT'S NOT EVEN STARTED!!!" I'll yell back at you "I THOUGHT IT WOULD BE BETTER TO UPDATE THIS AS I GO!" So that's what   I'm doing. Also doing the instructab...
By: Noodles For Free

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 3 Apr 2012 17:04:54 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Paint-can-gasifer/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F99/61CE/H0FLR5FR/F9961CEH0FLR5FR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F99/61CE/H0FLR5FR/F9961CEH0FLR5FR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F99/61CE/H0FLR5FR/F9961CEH0FLR5FR.SMALL.jpg tbug I made this gasifer out of two paint cans. It was cheap and it was a way for me to prove the concept. I plan to make another as I continue to improve the design. 1. Take the lid off the quart can. 2. Place the lid on top of the gallon can lid, trace it out 3. Punch out a hole the size of inside of ...
By: tbug

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 3 Apr 2012 17:01:14 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Teaching-Your-Kids-To-Love-Camping/
Teaching Your Kids To Love Camping - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV2/MIVO/GZI8KC7O/FV2MIVOGZI8KC7O.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV2/MIVO/GZI8KC7O/FV2MIVOGZI8KC7O.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV2/MIVO/GZI8KC7O/FV2MIVOGZI8KC7O.SMALL.jpg jessicaleilani Get your kids Outside! Getting the kids out into the great outdoors isn’t exactly easy these days. Inside we have things like air conditioning, video games, the Internet, and indoor plumbing. How can a camping trip stack up against all that? If you are going to be the one to drag them away from t...
By: jessicaleilani

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 3 Apr 2012 17:01:14 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Ultimate-Tarp-Survival-ShelterBackpacking-Ten/
The Ultimate Tarp Survival Shelter/Backpacking Tent - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO7/OWS9/H0DM2PEZ/FO7OWS9H0DM2PEZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO7/OWS9/H0DM2PEZ/FO7OWS9H0DM2PEZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO7/OWS9/H0DM2PEZ/FO7OWS9H0DM2PEZ.SMALL.jpg OldShotgunYoungShooter Utilizing just 6 tent stakes, an 8 by 12 cheapo tarp, and a 4 and 1/2 foot long stick, this shelter offers protection from the elements and super simple set up. Materials All that's needed is an 8 by 12 tarp, a 4 and 1/2 foot stick, and 6 tent stakes. Staking Back Stake the inner 2 grommets on...
By: OldShotgunYoungShooter

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 29 Mar 2012 22:59:52 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Soda-Can-Stove-3/
Soda Can Stove - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBN/MJFS/H0AR6QS5/FBNMJFSH0AR6QS5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBN/MJFS/H0AR6QS5/FBNMJFSH0AR6QS5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBN/MJFS/H0AR6QS5/FBNMJFSH0AR6QS5.SMALL.jpg mdolljd Stove made out of two soda cans, aluminum beverage cans.  Used for backpacking, camping or just for fun.  Runs on an alcohol fuel. Materials 2 Soda/pop cans aluminum beverage cans Drill - 3/32 inch drill bit Scissors Utility knife, x-acto knife Sharpie Ruler Tips- start cuts away from measuremen...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:21:23 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/My-Homemade-Zippo-Comment-if-You-want-me-to-make-/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0H/I0VK/GZSNYWFW/F0HI0VKGZSNYWFW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0H/I0VK/GZSNYWFW/F0HI0VKGZSNYWFW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0H/I0VK/GZSNYWFW/F0HI0VKGZSNYWFW.SMALL.jpg bobthebuilder728 I can buy a Zippo, but I like building stuff more. Made one before, and it just wasn't good enough to me. No this doesn't catch fire in your hand! Okay, it happened to me once...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Mar 2012 14:30:25 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Amazing-Cotton-Ball-Fire-Starters/
The Amazing Cotton Ball Fire Starters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F16/9B6U/GZQR1D6Q/F169B6UGZQR1D6Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F16/9B6U/GZQR1D6Q/F169B6UGZQR1D6Q.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F16/9B6U/GZQR1D6Q/F169B6UGZQR1D6Q.SMALL.jpg OldShotgunYoungShooter These fire starters are a collaboration of other Instructables. You can light them with flint+steel,matches,lighter... They're even light-able while sitting on water. Materials Get just a couple of cotton balls, a bottle of 91% isopropyl alcohol,a container of Vaseline(petroleum jelly), and an i...
By: OldShotgunYoungShooter

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Mar 2012 14:30:25 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Dividers-for-stacking-storage-boxes/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F29/OORC/H006G8FA/F29OORCH006G8FA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F29/OORC/H006G8FA/F29OORCH006G8FA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F29/OORC/H006G8FA/F29OORCH006G8FA.SMALL.jpg alhazen I've been using these stacking storage totes as car camp luggage since they stack so nicely in the back of my SUV.  Unfortunately, my things don't stack so nicely inside them. This particular brand of box had ribs down the sides for added strength.  They also fit a sheet of thin Masonite perfectly ...
By: alhazen

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 20 Mar 2012 23:48:49 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/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/Snake-Tube/
Snake Tube - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/5889/GZKG341P/FTH5889GZKG341P.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/5889/GZKG341P/FTH5889GZKG341P.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/5889/GZKG341P/FTH5889GZKG341P.SMALL.jpg ShutterEye The snake tube is a really easy, safe way the collect snakes. It uses the basic instincts of a snake to get it into a bag with practically zero effort.  Best used along with a Hook Stick (You can find a link to building one by clicking here),  the snake tube will allow minimal stress and hazard to ...
By: ShutterEye

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Mar 2012 13:39:47 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Snake-or-Hook-Stick-for-Safe-Snake-Collecting/
Snake (or Hook) Stick for Safe Snake Collecting - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA2/FOTY/GZLW4A4M/FA2FOTYGZLW4A4M.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA2/FOTY/GZLW4A4M/FA2FOTYGZLW4A4M.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA2/FOTY/GZLW4A4M/FA2FOTYGZLW4A4M.SMALL.jpg ShutterEye This is my first Instructable, so I'd really appreciate as much help and feedback as possible.  Firstly, and most importantly, we need to clear the air on a few things: 1) This is more a report on how I made my hook stick as opposed to how to make the best one - This means that some parts are opti...
By: ShutterEye

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Mar 2012 12:20:13 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/Repair-Down-Booties/
Repair Down Booties - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXV/STPN/GZACJWWK/FXVSTPNGZACJWWK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXV/STPN/GZACJWWK/FXVSTPNGZACJWWK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXV/STPN/GZACJWWK/FXVSTPNGZACJWWK.SMALL.jpg josh For the last several years I've been rockin' a pair of down-filled house/ tent booties. They've been with me to the Arctic in winter and have saved my poorly circulated feet from cold and numbness on countless other occasions. My family makes fun, but they do not know the awesomeness that my feet ex...
By: josh

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Mar 2012 22:35:30 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/The-DON-Stove-Alcohol-Stove/
The DON Stove - Alcohol Stove - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU9/R8HR/GZFUT4Z6/FU9R8HRGZFUT4Z6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU9/R8HR/GZFUT4Z6/FU9R8HRGZFUT4Z6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU9/R8HR/GZFUT4Z6/FU9R8HRGZFUT4Z6.SMALL.jpg wiley coyote The Durable Obvallate Nemophilist Stove ..... or it could just stand for my name. !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ** Don't do this!  There are sharp edges and you may get hurt. ** !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!...
By: wiley coyote

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Mar 2012 05:18:09 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/External-antenna-for-Emergency-Weather-Radio/
External antenna for Emergency Weather Radio - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F08/QL6U/GZACIN5S/F08QL6UGZACIN5S.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F08/QL6U/GZACIN5S/F08QL6UGZACIN5S.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F08/QL6U/GZACIN5S/F08QL6UGZACIN5S.SMALL.jpg The Insomniac I picked up a fairly new weather radio from Oregon Scientific (Model WR102) at a consignment outfitter recently. Unfortunately, due to my location, I couldn't get any signal using just the onboard antenna. I decided to rectify this situation, and make a detachable antenna for when I needed better si...
By: The Insomniac

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Mar 2012 01:05:23 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Hiking-Ukulele-How-to-strap-a-soft-ukuleleg/
The Hiking Ukulele - How to strap a soft ukulele/guitar case to a backpack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGC/22AH/GZACQHVM/FGC22AHGZACQHVM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGC/22AH/GZACQHVM/FGC22AHGZACQHVM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGC/22AH/GZACQHVM/FGC22AHGZACQHVM.SMALL.jpg Nicoco I’m planning on a 3 days hike with my best buddy in two weeks. We have minimalist yet comfy approach while getting our gear : no tent, one clothing set, a sleeping bag and survival items (fishing hook, knife, Swedish firesteel, etc.). We’ve decided to add some fun gear, for early nights around the ...
By: Nicoco

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Mar 2012 14:26:01 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/Camping-Plastic-Bottle-Glass/
Camping Plastic Bottle Glass - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQL/REW9/GZ0MMBTL/FQLREW9GZ0MMBTL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQL/REW9/GZ0MMBTL/FQLREW9GZ0MMBTL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQL/REW9/GZ0MMBTL/FQLREW9GZ0MMBTL.SMALL.jpg builtbyben98 Lightweight and environmentally friendly glasses made from empty plastic bottles. Marking the bottle Take the razor blade and mark where to want to cut. I just slightly indented around the circumference. Sorry, the picture turned out to be upside down. Cutting the glass Cut along the line.  I...
By: builtbyben98

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 26 Feb 2012 19:42:36 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Yet-Another-Altiods-Kit/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/4PNR/GYVDISNE/FTH4PNRGYVDISNE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/4PNR/GYVDISNE/FTH4PNRGYVDISNE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/4PNR/GYVDISNE/FTH4PNRGYVDISNE.SMALL.jpg Mountainmistress OK, So this is my first instructable so please feel free to offer any suggestions. I've been checking out other carry kits and taking from them what suited my needs. Over time I have taken away and packed in so much stuff. In my kit I have the following, 1. 3x cotton fire starters 2. Aluminum Foil...
By: Mountainmistress

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