The perfect home-reference book for both seasoned outdoorsmen and average citizens to learn comprehensive outdoor survival techniques. This practical survival guide from U.S. Special Forces Captain and outdoor survival expert Mykel Hawke includes illustrated instruction on: shelter and water food and fire tools and medicine navigation and signaling survival psychology Hawke's engaging style and matter-of-fact attitude-not to mention his incredible resume in the survival arena-elevates this book above its competition.

Disasters strike with little warning, but the right preparation can be the difference between life and disaster. "Ready, Set, Survive" is your comprehensive guide to understanding, preparing, and overcoming the chaotic forces of nature. This essential manual is your requisite tool to ensure that when the elements unleash their fury, you are equipped with practical knowledge, techniques, and strategies to protect yourself, your loved ones, and your community. Embark on a lucid exploration of natural disasters, demystifying the science behind their destructive force, and learn how historical events offer invaluable lessons for current preparedness. "Ready, Set, Survive" doesn't just acquaint you with disaster patterns but prompts you to assess risks that are specific to your life and locale. In a world where family is paramount, this eBook delivers an entire chapter on creating a comprehensive family disaster plan that includes clear communication strategies, emergency roles, safe meeting places, and intricate consideration for all family members, including children, the elderly, and your beloved pets. When disaster hits, resources are scarce. Prepare to build an essential survival kit tailored for you, keeping in mind custom approaches for varied calamities. Securing your abode is a top priority; hence, "Ready, Set, Survive" guides you through safeguarding your home against earthquakes, floods, fires, and storms with practical, actionable advice. Financial preparedness is often overlooked in disaster planning. Dive into insightful sections on disaster insurance, asset protection, emergency funds, and navigating aid. This indispensable resource ensures you're financially fortified against catastrophes. The aftermath is daunting, but this guide equips you with psychological first aid tactics and systematic recovery processes to help you rise from the ruins with resilience and determination. "Ready, Set, Survive" also presents cutting-edge technological tools, tips for children's education and community involvement, and special topics ranging from pandemic preparedness to eco-friendly strategies. It even addresses the unique needs of urban dwellers and apartment residents to ensure readers from all walks of life can adapt, survive, and thrive, no matter their living situation. Prepare to engrain yourself in a culture of safety. Whether you're maintaining your preparedness, advocating for better legislation, or taking part in community safety networks, "Ready, Set, Survive" is more than a book; it's your roadmap to enduring and outliving natural disasters. Equip yourself for the unforeseen—your future self will thank you. Secure your copy today, and when calamity calls, answer with confidence!

In any survival situation, you need to know where you are and where you're heading. If you get lost, you'll waste valuable time and energy—time that could be spent getting to safety or getting help.

Lightweight and small enough to fit in your pocket or tucked into your backpack, Survive Mountains is the must-have item to keep with you in case you find yourself in a mountainous survival situation. Including topics on administering basic first-aid, finding food and water, building shelter, and mental preparation, Survive Mountains also has full-color images and illustrations throughout. Expert hiker, and first-ever winter thru-hiker of the entire Pacific Crest Trail, Justin Lichter gives you the absolute essential information needed to get you home safely. Inside you’ll find: How to build fire, construct shelter, find water, and get food Navigation, orienteering, and signaling Worst-case-scenario advice for precarious situations Tips for common trail concerns, from lightning to blisters

The beauty and tranquility of nature can be deceptively dangerous for the unprepared. A change in weather conditions, personal injury, or lost or damaged supplies can turn a scenic hike into a life-threatening ordeal. Those with the knowledge of survival stay calm, stay safe, and stay alive. Outdoor Survival Guide provides you with the essential survival information to help you overcome the most frequently encountered outdoor hazards. This guide offers practical, step-by-step instruction so you can implement the skills and techniques even under the most stressful circumstances. From extreme cold to the isolated wilderness, you’ll have the tools to survive. In Outdoor Survival Guide, survival expert Randy Gerke shares the same techniques and strategies he has used with the U.S. military and other government agencies. You will learn these skills and more: Assess your situation and prioritize your needs. Use your surroundings for shelter and safety. Navigate through isolated wilderness. Survive in extreme heat or cold. Signal for help. How to find drinking water in the wild and make sure it’s safe to drink. Identify edible vegetation to stave off hunger. Assemble your own custom survival kit. Preparation is the key to survival, and Outdoor Survival Guide will ensure that you are prepared. Before you venture afield, read this guide, and then stow it in your backpack, in your glove compartment, or with your outdoor supplies. It might save your life. Visit the book's Web site at www.theoutdoorsurvivalguide.com.

Prepare to embark on an unprecedented journey of survival knowledge with "Ultimate Survival Preparedness," your comprehensive guide to thriving in the face of the unexpected. This meticulously crafted tome is your companion in assessing, preparing, and executing a survival strategy tailored to a multitude of scenarios that could challenge even the most experienced survivalists. Are you ready to master the art of readiness? In Chapter 1, discover the compelling history and evolution of the bug out bag, learn when it becomes your lifeline, and begin to personalize it to fit your unique survival profile. Move on to Chapter 2, setting clear objectives and scenarios, to ensure you're ahead of any crisis. As you venture further, Chapter 3 reveals the secrets to selecting the perfect bug out pack to shoulder your survival. Learn to choose wisely between varying types and materials crafted for resilience against the unknown. Dive into Chapter 4, where the essence of life—water—is addressed in depth, with insights into purification methods and efficient hydration management. Your journey through the chapters will carve through the vital themes of nourishment, shelter, personal safety, and first aid, equipping you with knowledge to confront adversity head-on. Beyond the foundation, the guide leads you to explore the critical extras such as communication devices in Chapter 11, the nuances of varied lighting in Chapter 12, and maintaining hygiene in adverse conditions in Chapter 13. Each chapter is a piece of the survival puzzle, ensuring you're equipped for every possible angle. No survival plan is one-size-fits-all, and "Ultimate Survival Preparedness" recognizes this through tailored advice for varying climates, personal circumstances of family members, and the inclusion of your furry friends. In the final chapters, unravel the threads of mental fortitude and stress management, navigate the intricacies of financial readiness, and dissect real-life case studies that weave the fabric of survival stories – tales of caution and inspiration drawn from the trenches of survival. Whether you're a seasoned prepper or new to the concept of emergency preparedness, "Ultimate Survival Preparedness" is an invaluable resource for anyone serious about weathering storms, surviving upheavals, and keeping ahead of the curve in an unpredictable world. Uncover the secrets to lasting resilience, and let this guide be the armor that safeguards your tomorrow. Your journey to ultimate preparedness begins here.

Put the Odds in Your Favor! Train like a Tribute before you enter the Arena using this wilderness survival guide--you don't have to live in Panem to put these survival skills to use. Experience the adventure of life in District 12 by learning and practicing the survival skills used by Katniss, Peeta, Gale and their friends. Some of the survival skills you'll learn: • Building temporary shelters to protect from rain, cold, wind and sun. • Finding and purifying water--even when there are no streams or lakes nearby. • Building and using fire for cooking, signaling, warmth and making tools. • Identifying and cooking wild edible plants. • Building Gale's famous twitch-up snares. • Peeta's camouflage techniques. • Katniss's hunting and stalking skills. • Making your own survival bow and arrows and other tools. • The materials you need to create a forage bag like Katniss's. • Survival first aid. • Navigation tips and tricks for travel, rescue and evasion. Detailed photos and step-by-step instructions will help you master each skill. The real-life skills found in The Unofficial Hunger Games Wilderness Survival Guide will help you in any wilderness or disaster survival situation. Start your training today.

Step into a world reshaped, a landscape reborn from the ashes of the old. "The Post-Apocalyptic Survival Handbook" is your ultimate guide to thriving in the wilds of a world transformed. Each chapter unfolds secrets to mastering this new environment, sharing must-have skills in the relentless pursuit of survival. Imagine a world where water is as precious as gold—and just as hard to find. "The Post-Apocalyptic Survival Handbook" reveals prized techniques for locating, purifying, and harvesting the essence of life itself. Learn to engineer solar stills that coax water from the most unexpected places, securing your lifeline in a parched new era. Food is not just about sustenance; it's hope, it's energy, it’s survival. Turn the earth’s generosity to your advantage as the book guides you through foraging, hunting, and nurturing the seeds of tomorrow. Unearth the secrets of small-scale agriculture and permaculture, transforming the barren into a bounty that sustains life itself. When the safety of four walls is a luxury of the past, shelter becomes a profound priority. Discover how to select the safest grounds and craft a haven from natural and scavenged materials. Navigate the fine balance between insulation and exposure, mastering the art of making a home in the heart of the wilderness. Harness the power of the wind, sun, and water with DIY renewable energy systems that shine a light of hope onto a world left dark. "The Post-Apocalyptic Survival Handbook" empowers you to craft an electrified future, from scratch, with its detailed guides on energy storage and distribution. Delve into the depths of post-apocalyptic healthcare, where every scratch could be perilous. This guide stands as your first responder, imparting wisdom on managing trauma, using herbal medicines, and preserving both physical and mental health against overwhelming odds. Facing danger requires more than brute strength; it needs wit, strategy, and adaptability. The handbook equips you with defense strategies that make the difference between being a victim and a victor. From hand-to-hand combat to crafting makeshift weapons and implementing security measures, be prepared to stand your ground. In a world where cash is kindling and gold has lost its glimmer, "The Post-Apocalyptic Survival Handbook" transforms you into a master of barter and trade. Learn how to assess value in a currency-less economy, ensuring that when you trade, you triumph. As you turn each page, you'll unravel the fabric of a new society through collective effort and shared wisdom. Building communities, upholding human dignity, and setting ethical standards—this handbook is the blueprint for civilization’s rebirth. Venture beyond mere existence. Dare to dream, plan, and build for generations yet to come. Your handbook for the dawn after darkness, for the life beyond survival, awaits. Embrace your new beginning with "The Post-Apocalyptic Survival Handbook," your essential companion in charting the course of mankind's resurgence. The future is not written; it's survived.

"Star of 'Man, woman, wild' on the Discovery Channel"--Cover.