by Survival Sherpa | Nov 24, 2014
I couldn’t believe what my former middle school student told me in Science class! “You grow meat in the ground.” Not believing his jaw-dropping ignorance, I fought back the urge to laugh because he was dead serious. Clearly, “No Child Left Behind” wasn’t...
by Survival Sherpa | Nov 22, 2014
Mother Nature is always true to her nature. You can’t change her. She’s beautifully rugged, awe-inspiring, and occasionally deadly. Best be prepared when she tries to make your life miserable. Like duct tape and WD-40 in my tool box, there aren’t many Core Temperature...
by Survival Sherpa | Nov 2, 2014
Today we’re proud to present another DIY project from a fellow Doing the Stuff Networker. Jamie Burke is a master at repurposing trash and junk. His latest project shared on our DTSN Facebook Group not only saves money, but would be very useful both now (free is...
by Survival Sherpa | Oct 24, 2014
Your footing gives way and you body is immersed in 45º water. The clock is ticking. Within 15 minutes, you’ll begin to lose dexterity in your fingers. You need shelter and fire. What’s in your kit to help you erect a quick shelter and fire? I uploaded my first ever...
by Survival Sherpa | Oct 13, 2014
Fall is a season where many of us head out to enjoy the outdoors. Crisp air, colorful leaves, deer in rut, and clear mountain streams lure us to nature. Unfortunately, there are times when things go sideways on day hikes and canoe trips. When they do, you’ll need...
by Survival Sherpa | Sep 26, 2014
Feel the nip in the air? Summer fades and autumn arrives to transform the forest canopy into an artist’s palate. Hunters, campers, and hikers are gearing up to enjoy the great outdoors. Winter is on the way and many of your favorite edible and medicinal plants will...
by Survival Sherpa | Sep 19, 2014
Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Willing is not enough; we must do. — Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Everyday life is full of daily disaster drills. The fire alarm blared mid-sentence second period. My first thought was that this couldn’t be a routine, scheduled...
by Survival Sherpa | Sep 14, 2014
By Todd Walker Anyone Doing the Stuff of self-reliance will appreciate John McCann’s new book, Practical Self-Reliance: Reducing Your Dependency On Others. I bought his new book this summer and have thoroughly enjoyed the read! Right upfront, a distinction is made...
by Survival Sherpa | Sep 8, 2014
Scientists use applied physics to find solutions to real world problems. These smart people put principles of physics to work to add value to our everyday lives. They trade theory for action! In one of the most monumental scientific books ever written, Sir Isaac...
by Survival Sherpa | Aug 29, 2014
When you’re Doing the Stuff of self-reliance, you’ll have the scars to prove it! There seems to be no end to the things that attach to and attack my skin. Ticks, chiggers, cuts, burns, and poisonous plants seem to find me in the woods and backyard. My go to herb to...
by Survival Sherpa | Aug 25, 2014
By Kat Yorba Today we continue on with our series with looking at “Bleeding.” We will discuss the herb Agrimony and Yarrow. Make an Herbal Compress to stop Bleeding and a Tincture of Yarrow. BLEEDING Some people can handle the sight of blood, some can’t. I am one...
by Survival Sherpa | Aug 21, 2014
By Todd Walker All the Survival Blogs in the world… cannot save you! Coming from a fellow survival blogger, this may seem a bit strange. Hang with me as I explain. My good friend, Daisy Luther – owner and writer at The Organic Prepper, wrote an article recently...
