http://www.instructables.com Tue, 18 Jun 2013 13:48:40 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Hiking-First-Aid-Kit/
Hiking First Aid Kit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6T/3W69/HHS9V1F1/F6T3W69HHS9V1F1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6T/3W69/HHS9V1F1/F6T3W69HHS9V1F1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6T/3W69/HHS9V1F1/F6T3W69HHS9V1F1.SMALL.jpg jkdabrown One of the most import piece of equipment when enjoying the outdoors is a first aid kit. This instructable shows you the first aid kit I carry, the things in it and what there used for. First Aid Bag The first aid bag should be strong and waterproof and have enough room to carry the first aid sup...
By: jkdabrown

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 13 Jun 2013 14:09:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Ranger-Bead-Counter-Shoulder-Strap/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4N/0HY5/HH2VJA41/F4N0HY5HH2VJA41.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4N/0HY5/HH2VJA41/F4N0HY5HH2VJA41.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4N/0HY5/HH2VJA41/F4N0HY5HH2VJA41.SMALL.jpg soul_eater This is a idea to a ranger Bead Counter attached to my maxpedition Sitka shoulder strap, but can be attached any backpack, also glows in the dark you can find the beads in amazon. The bead Counter it's a military sistemas to keep the trak of the distance walked, every bead you pull it down every 60...
By: soul_eater

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 26 May 2013 13:21:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hiking-staffsurvival-bow/
Hiking staff/survival bow - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/KJ2Q/HFPTIW7F/FXEKJ2QHFPTIW7F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/KJ2Q/HFPTIW7F/FXEKJ2QHFPTIW7F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/KJ2Q/HFPTIW7F/FXEKJ2QHFPTIW7F.SMALL.jpg zippetydooda I was recently looking for a new project and happened on some videos by the Backyard Bowyer on making bows from PVC pipe.  After watching a few of his very instructive tutorials, I decided to make one for myself.  After I got it done, I was surprised how well it shot and how easy it was to make, n...
By: zippetydooda

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 1 May 2013 14:29:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pill-Survival-Kit/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIB/UB9R/HFPTRLFV/FIBUB9RHFPTRLFV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIB/UB9R/HFPTRLFV/FIBUB9RHFPTRLFV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIB/UB9R/HFPTRLFV/FIBUB9RHFPTRLFV.SMALL.jpg csimpkins2 This is my pill survivall kit. This kit will provide your basic needs in a survival situation. All you need is: A flint and steel A knife A fishing Float Some cotton wool 2 fishing hooks Garden wire (can be strip and used as snare wire) Antiseptic Wipes Some plasters or band aids Paracord 2 water pu...
By: csimpkins2

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 20 Apr 2013 13:42:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Dont-throw-away-that-old-external-frame-pack-just/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE9/4FM5/HEBNCBH2/FE94FM5HEBNCBH2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE9/4FM5/HEBNCBH2/FE94FM5HEBNCBH2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE9/4FM5/HEBNCBH2/FE94FM5HEBNCBH2.SMALL.jpg Mountainmistress This is basically an update to my post for my Go/Hiking pack. http://www.instructables.com/id/Gohikingextended-stay-bag/ So, I pretty much love the pack I've been using for years now and I'm not really looking forward to the cost of upgrading to a frame pack that would suit my needs. A while back ...
By: Mountainmistress

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 18 Mar 2013 09:00:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Aluminum-Bottle-Stove-2-Piece/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ7/3DPH/HDRS6926/FJ73DPHHDRS6926.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ7/3DPH/HDRS6926/FJ73DPHHDRS6926.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ7/3DPH/HDRS6926/FJ73DPHHDRS6926.SMALL.jpg jphphotography A very popular DIY design, I noticed instructables was lacking a "rolled edge" aluminum bottle stove instructable so I figured I'd make one. These are fun an easy to make. Once you make the die you can reuse it over and over to make more stoves. The photos should pretty much explain everything but i...
By: jphphotography

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 3 Mar 2013 20:36:14 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Oh-look-its-another-survival-kit/
Oh look, it's another survival kit. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/3FTP/H994X1UT/FE43FTPH994X1UT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/3FTP/H994X1UT/FE43FTPH994X1UT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/3FTP/H994X1UT/FE43FTPH994X1UT.SMALL.jpg andyup1 Well, if you're looking at my survival kit, chances are you've seen quite a few around here. I will not claim to have the oh-this-is-the-best-ever-kit-ever-you'll-never-find-one-better-and-this-fits-everyone's-every-need!!!!!! kit, but, for my situation and what I am likely to encounter, this is the...
By: andyup1

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 8 Nov 2012 11:50:45 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Two-Bight-Turks-Head-Paracord-Lanyard/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTS/2JLX/H7430PLU/FTS2JLXH7430PLU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTS/2JLX/H7430PLU/FTS2JLXH7430PLU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTS/2JLX/H7430PLU/FTS2JLXH7430PLU.SMALL.jpg Stormdrane More knotty stuff on my blog:  http://stormdrane.blogspot.com  This video tutorial will show how to tie a Two-Bight Turk's-Head lanyard using about 5.5 feet of 550 paracord.  The Turk's Head part of the knot is described in 'The Ashley Book of Knots', knot #595.  I added the lanyard knot and loop o...
By: Stormdrane

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 25 Sep 2012 04:58:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-an-Altoidstin-can-stove-without-ANY-tools/
Build an Altoids/tin can stove with just a knife/without ANY tools! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0D/AIZ8/H673DXJU/F0DAIZ8H673DXJU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0D/AIZ8/H673DXJU/F0DAIZ8H673DXJU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0D/AIZ8/H673DXJU/F0DAIZ8H673DXJU.SMALL.jpg BalkanSpirit IMPORTANT!!!!: I updated with a video! The top part of the stove has to be a bit higher as to leave space between the lower part, otherwise it will not burn! To do this I placed 2 wooden blocks, which can't be easily set to a fire state between the two parts...and voila! Optional: Make lots of hole...
By: BalkanSpirit

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 28 Aug 2012 02:11:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/survival-pack/
survival pack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBC/SRVO/H4AGDRFE/FBCSRVOH4AGDRFE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBC/SRVO/H4AGDRFE/FBCSRVOH4AGDRFE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBC/SRVO/H4AGDRFE/FBCSRVOH4AGDRFE.SMALL.jpg aliasaint thought i’d share my jetpack with you as my first instructable! it’s still in progress, but these are my contents thus far, minus my edc, cookset, shelter, & clothing system [which so far includes gloves, wicking garb, hiking shoes, thermals, gaiters, facemask, etc]. it’s meant to serve as my backpa...
By: aliasaint

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 14 Jul 2012 00:19:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/HikingSurvival-Lanyard/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4S/XP3L/H1YOJILB/F4SXP3LH1YOJILB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4S/XP3L/H1YOJILB/F4SXP3LH1YOJILB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4S/XP3L/H1YOJILB/F4SXP3LH1YOJILB.SMALL.jpg Mountainmistress Simple little lanyard that I ware when hiking, made of 550 paracord. Contains: 1. Survival whistle (whistle, compass, thermometer, LED flashlight, magnifying glass, and signal mirror) 2. Magnesium and flint 3. lighter 4. Folding knife on quick release 5. Altoids Smalls mini kit (held by silicon...
By: Mountainmistress

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 May 2012 19:25:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hot-to-Make-a-Survival-Bracelet-with-Buckle/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP2/KZIE/H27LSSWC/FP2KZIEH27LSSWC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP2/KZIE/H27LSSWC/FP2KZIEH27LSSWC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP2/KZIE/H27LSSWC/FP2KZIEH27LSSWC.SMALL.jpg Knot the Ordinary How to make a paracord survival bracelet with a buckle. Follow me on FACEBOOK- Knot the Ordinary
By: Knot the Ordinary

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 May 2012 14:48:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Uncle-AZs-Altoids-Survival-Kit/
Uncle AZ's Altoids Survival Kit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQO/M6BW/H2CE6JJV/FQOM6BWH2CE6JJV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQO/M6BW/H2CE6JJV/FQOM6BWH2CE6JJV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQO/M6BW/H2CE6JJV/FQOM6BWH2CE6JJV.SMALL.jpg Prof. A. Z. O_Trope ALTOIDS SURVIVAL KIT OK, to start, let me say that this falls into the “better than nothing” category, but with a bit of thought and lots of borrowing of good ideas from other kits and other Instructables®, I think I came up with a fairly useful version. There are many similarities to other excelle...
By: Prof. A. Z. O_Trope

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 May 2012 11:36:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Tie-a-Single-Strand-Star-Knot/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSS/9SYY/H21CGM8H/FSS9SYYH21CGM8H.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSS/9SYY/H21CGM8H/FSS9SYYH21CGM8H.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSS/9SYY/H21CGM8H/FSS9SYYH21CGM8H.SMALL.jpg Stormdrane More knotty stuff on my blog:  Stormdrane's Blog This video will show how to tie a single strand star knot.  I followed Fred Creativ'Knots photo tutorial for tying the knot, but had comments from others that they were having trouble following the path of the cord, so between the video and the photo...
By: Stormdrane

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 May 2012 19:23:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Whats-in-my-Backpack/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI5/XB3Q/H1YONIVX/FI5XB3QH1YONIVX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI5/XB3Q/H1YONIVX/FI5XB3QH1YONIVX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.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 14:41:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Gohikingextended-stay-bag/
Go/hiking/extended stay bag - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJE/4TZD/H1YOB2KM/FJE4TZDH1YOB2KM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJE/4TZD/H1YOB2KM/FJE4TZDH1YOB2KM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJE/4TZD/H1YOB2KM/FJE4TZDH1YOB2KM.SMALL.jpg Mountainmistress Alright, just to finish out my camping/go gear. Here is my extended stay bag. As in not an overnight bag. This bag started out as a generic Field-line I used it a few years then started looking for another bag. But I found it difficult to find an affordable bag with all the things that I liked about...
By: Mountainmistress

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 10 May 2012 19:49:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Medium-Size-survival-kit-and-first-aid/
Medium Size survival kit and first aid. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/PNL0/H0FLR5HO/FFIPNL0H0FLR5HO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/PNL0/H0FLR5HO/FFIPNL0H0FLR5HO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/PNL0/H0FLR5HO/FFIPNL0H0FLR5HO.SMALL.jpg Mountainmistress OK, so I posted my carry kit already, http://www.instructables.com/id/Yet-Another-Altiods-Kit/ ,here. This is a bit larger that goes with us camping by clipping on the side of my pack via the Buddy-Lok system. When It's not with me Hiking it's in the car, quick at hand. i have an added update that ...
By: Mountainmistress

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 3 Apr 2012 10:01:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Updated-and-revised-hiking-how-to-What-I-bring-al/
Updated and revised hiking how-to: What I bring along with me. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKT/LL8A/H01N4UIE/FKTLL8AH01N4UIE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKT/LL8A/H01N4UIE/FKTLL8AH01N4UIE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKT/LL8A/H01N4UIE/FKTLL8AH01N4UIE.SMALL.jpg amandaggogo After many good suggestions and myself getting a few new items since my last instructable, I have updated on what I like to bring along with me on a light hike. Subtract or add whatever you like, also, suggestions are welcome as always! Happy Hiking all! Supplies I have several supplies I tak...
By: amandaggogo

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 20 Mar 2012 18:22:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Take-along-when-HikingCamping/
Hiking How-To: What I bring along with me. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC2/Q77I/GXFXOUKO/FC2Q77IGXFXOUKO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC2/Q77I/GXFXOUKO/FC2Q77IGXFXOUKO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC2/Q77I/GXFXOUKO/FC2Q77IGXFXOUKO.SMALL.jpg amandaggogo Alright all you flower children/outdoorsy people, This here instructable is just a quick little video/photo's about what I personally like to take along when going on a hike or going camping, Your bag may differ, but this is mine, and I thought I would share, who knows, you may find some cool things...
By: amandaggogo

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 17 Jan 2012 15:07:25 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Whats-in-my-survivalfirst-aid-kit-you-ask/
What's in my survival/first aid kit you ask? - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA5/6YO5/GXFXNLYE/FA56YO5GXFXNLYE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA5/6YO5/GXFXNLYE/FA56YO5GXFXNLYE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA5/6YO5/GXFXNLYE/FA56YO5GXFXNLYE.SMALL.jpg amandaggogo These items! Got a quick little video explaining the items within my kit, and why I have those particular items. Also, I have some photos below for those of you that would rather read for yourself then listen to my rambling (Though I tried to make the video not boring!) http://youtu.be/KoSzcuieHvA ...
By: amandaggogo

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 Jan 2012 18:36:09 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-woven-paracord-belt/
Easy woven paracord belt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSH/WPPI/GWF5UDSB/FSHWPPIGWF5UDSB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSH/WPPI/GWF5UDSB/FSHWPPIGWF5UDSB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSH/WPPI/GWF5UDSB/FSHWPPIGWF5UDSB.SMALL.jpg amandaggogo This belt is pretty easy to make and looks good in my opinion. You can use any kind of belt buckle you want for it, I used D rings (Yes, I know, I don't have them fastened correctly, I always wear them this way because I'm cool like that.) Supplies You will need the following: Paracord (I used ...
By: amandaggogo

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Jan 2012 09:43:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Super-Simple-Survival-Stove/
Super Simple Survival Stove - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP8/HSNU/GVVPVABG/FP8HSNUGVVPVABG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP8/HSNU/GVVPVABG/FP8HSNUGVVPVABG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP8/HSNU/GVVPVABG/FP8HSNUGVVPVABG.SMALL.jpg WhiteTech I started this for the Stay Warm Weekly challenge, This step by step guide will teach you how to make a stove/warming can, which in this case, is a big candle. It's very simple and burns for an easy 45 minutes and it's waterproof! It's essentially a big candle! Materials and Tools One of the...
By: WhiteTech

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 7 Dec 2011 13:40:36 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Outdoor-EDC-Kit/
Outdoor EDC Kit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSF/SM80/GTQVOKG6/FSFSM80GTQVOKG6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSF/SM80/GTQVOKG6/FSFSM80GTQVOKG6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSF/SM80/GTQVOKG6/FSFSM80GTQVOKG6.SMALL.jpg talon_guy A selection of items that could prove vital in an emergency, that packs down to 9 x 6 x 2 cm pouch, and weighs 100 grams. Perfect for hiking, climbing, trail running, mountain biking, trekking, camping, canoeing etc.... Whistle Gaseous Tritium Light Source (basically a glow stick that glows for up...
By: talon_guy

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 15 Oct 2011 16:26:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pocket-Survival-Kit-Not-a-Candy-Tin/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR5/3SGC/GT6ZDUJQ/FR53SGCGT6ZDUJQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR5/3SGC/GT6ZDUJQ/FR53SGCGT6ZDUJQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR5/3SGC/GT6ZDUJQ/FR53SGCGT6ZDUJQ.SMALL.jpg punkhead58 This is my entry for the Survival Skills Challenge, and my first Instructable. Here is my little utility/emergency* survival pouch that I carry while camping, hiking, and fishing. Now, I do all of these activities in nice weather (late spring-early fall), so I wanted a small, compact kit that would...
By: punkhead58

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 30 Sep 2011 15:32:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cell-Phone-Mirror/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEU/JLVK/GSUT1CIB/FEUJLVKGSUT1CIB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEU/JLVK/GSUT1CIB/FEUJLVKGSUT1CIB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEU/JLVK/GSUT1CIB/FEUJLVKGSUT1CIB.SMALL.jpg Capesquan A great way to grab attention, if lost or in need of rescue, or just to be spotted, is to add a mirror screen protector to your cell phone. The mirror does not affect the visibility of the phone's screen, and works all the time, even if the phone's battery dies. Besides that, it protects the screen ...
By: Capesquan

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 24 Sep 2011 16:52:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord-wrapped-Maglight-glow-in-the-dark/
Paracord wrapped Maglight (glow in the dark) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F18/9IKP/GR9T2N3K/F189IKPGR9T2N3K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F18/9IKP/GR9T2N3K/F189IKPGR9T2N3K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F18/9IKP/GR9T2N3K/F189IKPGR9T2N3K.SMALL.jpg fat elvis I purchased some glow in the dark paracord and thought it would be cool to wrap a flashlight with it. There has been plenty of times I haven't been able to find my torch in the middle of the night while camping, etc. Hopefully-this will help me find it when I need it. The wrap used is spiral hitchi...
By: fat elvis

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Aug 2011 13:35:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-and-Easy-Gravity-Water-Filter/
Cheap and Easy Gravity Water Filter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGP/HQ24/GQ5QC3X4/FGPHQ24GQ5QC3X4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGP/HQ24/GQ5QC3X4/FGPHQ24GQ5QC3X4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGP/HQ24/GQ5QC3X4/FGPHQ24GQ5QC3X4.SMALL.jpg jemor143 When I’m off hunting and fishing at the camp, I usually bring clean water. But I like to have backup option. The thing is that « real » and safe filters are way too expensive to use merely as backups. That’s why I like to use chlorine dioxide (by Pristine), that give a better taste than Iodine. Al...
By: jemor143

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 20 Jul 2011 07:25:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord-Chain-Sinnet-Fast-Deploy-Boonie-Hatband/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/NBBR/GPVF21BE/F7ZNBBRGPVF21BE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/NBBR/GPVF21BE/F7ZNBBRGPVF21BE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/NBBR/GPVF21BE/F7ZNBBRGPVF21BE.SMALL.jpg Stormdrane This video will show how to add paracord to a boonie hat using a chain sinnet.  The paracord can be quickly removed for use if needed. More knotty stuff on my blog:  http://stormdrane.blogspot.com
By: Stormdrane

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Jul 2011 11:08:21 PDT 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://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK2/8VFR/GP7IFJ91/FK28VFRGP7IFJ91.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK2/8VFR/GP7IFJ91/FK28VFRGP7IFJ91.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK2/8VFR/GP7IFJ91/FK28VFRGP7IFJ91.SMALL.jpg JohanJShaw 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: JohanJShaw

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 3 Jul 2011 12:23:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-A-Survival-Hip-Pack/
How To Make A Survival Hip-Pack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVE/NY1W/GN77XBJ3/FVENY1WGN77XBJ3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVE/NY1W/GN77XBJ3/FVENY1WGN77XBJ3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVE/NY1W/GN77XBJ3/FVENY1WGN77XBJ3.SMALL.jpg crism597 A survival hip-pack is great for hikers who want an easy to carry survival pack that they can have easy access to in the middle of the woods. This is meant for survival for a few days, but not a long period of time. This kit is meant to be cost friendly and I tried to use things that you would norma...
By: crism597

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 Jun 2011 11:29:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Turret-Preheater-Pot-Stand-for-Alcohol-Stove/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK8/G1WB/GO14QMZ1/FK8G1WBGO14QMZ1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK8/G1WB/GO14QMZ1/FK8G1WBGO14QMZ1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK8/G1WB/GO14QMZ1/FK8G1WBGO14QMZ1.SMALL.jpg JohanJShaw My preheating pot stand design, for homemade drinks can alcohol stoves Made from 2 standard food tins Primes the stove with a tealight in the base and holds the pot! Advantages No messy priming pan to set your sleeves on fire Sturdy construction; more stable than wobbly bent-coathanger types Fl...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 24 May 2011 16:02:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-an-EDC-and-be-prepared-for-anything/
Make an EDC, and be prepared for anything. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN2/SAQU/GMSXINQ0/FN2SAQUGMSXINQ0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN2/SAQU/GMSXINQ0/FN2SAQUGMSXINQ0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN2/SAQU/GMSXINQ0/FN2SAQUGMSXINQ0.SMALL.jpg wakojako ##EDIT## Oops! I forgot to mention that this 'ible is dedicated to my friend - it was his idea to make this 'ible I just photographed it, chose the contents and wrote the instructions. I do carry some of the components, just not all of them. Happy now? "What's an 'EDC'?" you may ask. EDC stands fo...
By: wakojako

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 23 Apr 2011 08:50:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Designing-and-using-a-Solar-Compass/
Solar Compass. Suped up it can even tell the time! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMQ/8NSZ/GIH8NBHE/FMQ8NSZGIH8NBHE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMQ/8NSZ/GIH8NBHE/FMQ8NSZGIH8NBHE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMQ/8NSZ/GIH8NBHE/FMQ8NSZGIH8NBHE.SMALL.jpg gaiatechnician Survivalist guides on the web do not show anything like this!  Some of  their ways to use the sun to find direction seemed a little  unreliable and time consuming too.   Especially in deep winter and high summer when the suns path deviates most, I would not have too much faith in the methods. I hope...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 3 Jan 2011 14:50:31 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Medicine-Bottle-Matchbook/
Medicine Bottle Matchbook - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1L/Y33A/GF069J4I/F1LY33AGF069J4I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1L/Y33A/GF069J4I/F1LY33AGF069J4I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1L/Y33A/GF069J4I/F1LY33AGF069J4I.SMALL.jpg manonbr This is a useful little match case I came up with for a recent hiking trip. It was used primarily for matches - all my other stuff was stowed elsewhere in my pack. My friend thought it was cool so I decided to share! What to use Ingredients, so to say: Matches (dip the heads in wax to waterproo...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 10 Oct 2010 10:55:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord-Survival-Necklace/
Paracord Survival Necklace - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYC/RVBZ/G7CUGMKZ/FYCRVBZG7CUGMKZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYC/RVBZ/G7CUGMKZ/FYCRVBZG7CUGMKZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYC/RVBZ/G7CUGMKZ/FYCRVBZG7CUGMKZ.SMALL.jpg ERCCRE123 Paracord survival necklaces? What are those? You probably have heard of paracord survival bracelets. They hold paracord on your person, but nothing else. Now, there is a way to hold cord AND some survival tools on your person without stuffing your pockets. These necklaces hold about 9 feet of cord ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Mar 2010 16:49:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Q/AJ24/GM4N17IU/F1QAJ24GM4N17IU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Q/AJ24/GM4N17IU/F1QAJ24GM4N17IU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Q/AJ24/GM4N17IU/F1QAJ24GM4N17IU.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo "Easy Paracord Projects" gives you the complete step-by-step instructions for 20 different paracord projects. Learn to make survival bracelets, watchbands, a dog collar and much more. All projects come from Instructables.com, are written by our creative community, and contain pictures for each step ...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 17 Mar 2010 14:24:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Tie-the-Lanyard-Knot/
How to Tie the Lanyard Knot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA8/OMF5/G51GAF1V/FA8OMF5G51GAF1V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA8/OMF5/G51GAF1V/FA8OMF5G51GAF1V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA8/OMF5/G51GAF1V/FA8OMF5G51GAF1V.SMALL.jpg eddy14777 Many people including myself have had trouble following the Stormdrane youtube video on tying the lanyard knot so i have done some research and found the solution! Materials All you need is a reasonable length of para cord or whatever you wish to use. First Step The first thing you are going t...
By: eddy14777

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 31 Jan 2010 15:07:51 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Choose-Backpacking-Gear/
How To Choose Backpacking Gear - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F39/TPL9/FXK6CR48/F39TPL9FXK6CR48.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F39/TPL9/FXK6CR48/F39TPL9FXK6CR48.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F39/TPL9/FXK6CR48/F39TPL9FXK6CR48.SMALL.jpg teaaddict314 When it comes to backpacking gear, there are thousands of options. But which options are best for you? Down? Synthetic? Vertical Sidewalls? 80L? 50L? So many options, all for different people. And when it comes to buying backpacking/hiking gear, you don't want the wrong stuff. Otherwise you will be ...
By: teaaddict314

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 28 Jul 2009 01:21:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Ultimate-Survival-Kit/
The Ultimate Survival Kit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FER/MSHP/FWMO3AJR/FERMSHPFWMO3AJR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FER/MSHP/FWMO3AJR/FERMSHPFWMO3AJR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FER/MSHP/FWMO3AJR/FERMSHPFWMO3AJR.SMALL.jpg rownhunt Gathering Your Supplies Here is a list of things you will need: -Tin foil (to boil water or cook food) - Signalling mirror  - Signaling whistle - Wire saw - Fishing kit - Sewing kit - Snare wire - Twine (can be used as tinder) - Water purification tablets - Compass - Fire Steel - Ma...
By: rownhunt

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 Jul 2009 22:09:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Horizontal-Sheath/
Horizontal Sheath - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDZ/J1BG/FW4JTY4W/FDZJ1BGFW4JTY4W.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDZ/J1BG/FW4JTY4W/FDZJ1BGFW4JTY4W.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDZ/J1BG/FW4JTY4W/FDZJ1BGFW4JTY4W.SMALL.jpg MrMakeveli This instructable will show you how you can make a cheap horizontal sheath using any of the all-purpose ones that are traditionally oriented vertically but have the holes and belt slots available. It will be stabilized on its own belt. If your sheath does not have these holes but has room, it seems ...
By: MrMakeveli

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 19 Jun 2009 04:44:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Survivals-Law-of-3/
Survival's Law of 3 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9U/013U/FU6LTSAD/F9U013UFU6LTSAD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9U/013U/FU6LTSAD/F9U013UFU6LTSAD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9U/013U/FU6LTSAD/F9U013UFU6LTSAD.SMALL.jpg strods There are dozens of lists of things to bring when you're in an emergency, but what do you actually do? What do you do first, and when do you do everything else... That's what this instructable is for. Instead of one more list of crap in your pocket, I want to give you a list of things to think of, G...
By: strods

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 6 May 2009 00:29:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Find-north-with-your-watch/
Find north without compass but your watch. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRE/WA4J/FJ4NQLDS/FREWA4JFJ4NQLDS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRE/WA4J/FJ4NQLDS/FREWA4JFJ4NQLDS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRE/WA4J/FJ4NQLDS/FREWA4JFJ4NQLDS.SMALL.jpg knarx After I saw this I was quite excited by the simplicity of the way to find north. But in fact, it found the 15 minutes to wait bothersome. So here, by the way Detective Conan used this way too, is 'my' way to find north easily without waiting 15 minutes. In fact you have to have at least a watch to f...
By: knarx

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 30 Jul 2008 13:17:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Navigate-with-a-Map-and-Compass/
How to Navigate with a Map and Compass - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOB/JNNY/FISZS53G/FOBJNNYFISZS53G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOB/JNNY/FISZS53G/FOBJNNYFISZS53G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOB/JNNY/FISZS53G/FOBJNNYFISZS53G.SMALL.jpg zwild1 Alright, so everyone knows a few fundamentals of navigation- north is always up, the sun rises in the east, and compasses usually point towards magnetic north. But at some point in time, outdoor enthusiast or not, you'll want to be able to find out where you are, and where you need to go. ...
By: zwild1

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 22:29:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Build-a-Campfire/
How to Build a Campfire - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F7L/IDRC/F5KL9PU4/F7LIDRCF5KL9PU4.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F7L/IDRC/F5KL9PU4/F7LIDRCF5KL9PU4.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F7L/IDRC/F5KL9PU4/F7LIDRCF5KL9PU4.SMALL.jpg stasterisk So, campfires are the best. They're warm, they give off light, they keep bugs away and they're great for cooking. This instructable is all about how to start a campfire with photos from our roadtrip to Mexico.Originally, stasterisk was going to post photos she took and I was going to make up witty...
By: stasterisk

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2007 08:50:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Altoids-Survival-Kit/
Altoids Survival Kit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FYN/F83F/F0X27YB1/FYNF83FF0X27YB1.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FYN/F83F/F0X27YB1/FYNF83FF0X27YB1.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FYN/F83F/F0X27YB1/FYNF83FF0X27YB1.SMALL.jpg sardines454 Take an empty Altoid tin and jam-pack it full of survival tools!!!! This kit is designed to save your life in an unfortunate outdoor situation. Hopefully you won't have to use it but it is always a nice feeling having it in your pocket while camping, hiking, or backpacking. Also please be sure to...
By: sardines454

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