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Best Emergency Wilderness Survival Shelter – The Wolf Camp BIVOUAC BED & EAGLE’S NEST and Bivi Bag instead of Debris Hut

Posted on January 30, 2025March 2, 2025 By Chris Chisholm No Comments on Best Emergency Wilderness Survival Shelter – The Wolf Camp BIVOUAC BED & EAGLE’S NEST and Bivi Bag instead of Debris Hut
Best Emergency Wilderness Survival Shelter – The Wolf Camp BIVOUAC BED & EAGLE’S NEST and Bivi Bag instead of Debris Hut

The debris hut, popularized through the Boy Scouts and survival schools, is ineffective for most emergency situations due to its impractical requirements, including time, skills, physical ability, and materials. Instead, we recommend the Bivouac Bed, or Bivy Bed, as a more viable emergency shelter that can be created quickly under duress. It emphasizes essential steps like sheltering out of the wind, and insulating against the ground. The Eagle’s Nest is even better for extended situations. Continue Reading Best Emergency Wilderness Survival Shelter – The Wolf Camp BIVOUAC BED & EAGLE’S NEST and Bivi Bag instead of Debris Hut

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Emergency & Wilderness Survival – Tips, Suggestions & Advice

Posted on January 27, 2025January 23, 2025 By Chris Chisholm 1 Comment on Emergency & Wilderness Survival – Tips, Suggestions & Advice
Emergency & Wilderness Survival – Tips, Suggestions & Advice

In emergencies, individuals often panic due to a biological “freeze, fight, or flee” response. A crucial step during panic is to pause for 20 minutes to calm down and reassess the situation. The “Law of Fours,” helps us identify essential needs in survival: good air within 4 minutes, temperature regulation within 4 hours, potable water within 4 days, and substantial food within 4 weeks. Continue Reading Emergency & Wilderness Survival – Tips, Suggestions & Advice

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Hiking & Backpacking Leadership – Outdoor Risk Management

Posted on January 23, 2025March 6, 2026 By Chris Chisholm No Comments on Hiking & Backpacking Leadership – Outdoor Risk Management
Hiking & Backpacking Leadership – Outdoor Risk Management

The content emphasizes the importance of outdoor leaders, particularly those in their 20s, recognizing the incomplete development of their frontal lobes and the habits to engage them. It stresses mindful decision-making to prevent risky situations, highlighting that young leaders can still make wise choices. The piece outlines various risks including water hazards, falls, and more, advocating thorough risk management and communication plans. It addresses safety protocols for transportation, incidents, and equipment to prevent accidents while accomplishing outdoor educational goals. Continue Reading Hiking & Backpacking Leadership – Outdoor Risk Management

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How To Use A Compass – Using Map & Compass – Recommended Compasses

Posted on June 26, 2024June 26, 2024 By Chris Chisholm No Comments on How To Use A Compass – Using Map & Compass – Recommended Compasses
How To Use A Compass – Using Map & Compass – Recommended Compasses

This blog article and popular youtube video provides instructions on using compass and map, emphasizing proper alignment and direction-finding techniques. It recommends orienteering compasses with spinning dials and clear plastic, plus the ability to set declination. A mirrored compass and a global compass are also best for accurate navigation. Wolf Camp founder Chris Chisholm offers additional resources for natural navigation and orienteering tips. Additionally, wilderness survival training courses are recommended for those seeking practical skills in navigation, lost-proofing, and orienteering in wilderness settings. Continue Reading How To Use A Compass – Using Map & Compass – Recommended Compasses

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Top 10 List of Natural Navigation, Lostproofing & Orienteering Tips, Tricks & Advice

Posted on June 20, 2024June 19, 2024 By Chris Chisholm No Comments on Top 10 List of Natural Navigation, Lostproofing & Orienteering Tips, Tricks & Advice
Top 10 List of Natural Navigation, Lostproofing & Orienteering Tips, Tricks & Advice

This post outlines the top 10 lostproofing skills, orienteering skills, natural navigation skills, and practical modern navigation tips taught at Wolf Camp & School of Natural Science. It emphasizes the importance of risk management, carrying essentials, maintaining awareness, and more. The post covers orienteering with and without compass, and concludes wiht 10 tips for finding direction using natural elements. Continue Reading Top 10 List of Natural Navigation, Lostproofing & Orienteering Tips, Tricks & Advice

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Sensory Awareness – The Most Important Skill of Nature, Survival, Hunting & Gathering

Posted on June 17, 2024June 21, 2025 By Chris Chisholm 2 Comments on Sensory Awareness – The Most Important Skill of Nature, Survival, Hunting & Gathering
Sensory Awareness – The Most Important Skill of Nature, Survival, Hunting & Gathering

In this post, the author discusses the importance of enhancing sensory awareness in nature to truly connect with the environment. They emphasize the significance of breathing deeply to increase oxygen flow to the brain, engaging peripheral vision to detect movement, and expanding hearing to capture all sounds. Additionally, they highlight the practice of using other senses, such as smell, taste, and touch, to further connect with nature. The author urges readers to integrate all senses to achieve full awareness. The post concludes with information about camps, classes, and workshops at Wolf Camp & School of Natural Science. Continue Reading Sensory Awareness – The Most Important Skill of Nature, Survival, Hunting & Gathering

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Subscribe to our Outdoor Skills Blog Posts!

Posted on June 3, 2024February 5, 2025 By Chris Chisholm No Comments on Subscribe to our Outdoor Skills Blog Posts!
Subscribe to our Outdoor Skills Blog Posts!

Subscribe to the our outdoor skills blog by scrolling down and clicking on the green “Subscribe” button. After we finish moving our old posts over from our old server in May 2025, expect new quarterly seasonal posts, and in the meantime, join us for spring workshops and classes, summer youth camps, and in-depth internships. Continue Reading Subscribe to our Outdoor Skills Blog Posts!

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Sur-Thriving My Wilderness Survival Trek by Ashlynn Tibbott

Posted on November 23, 2021February 5, 2025 By Chris Chisholm No Comments on Sur-Thriving My Wilderness Survival Trek by Ashlynn Tibbott
Sur-Thriving My Wilderness Survival Trek by Ashlynn Tibbott

Ashlynn Tibbot shares her transformative experience during a Wilderness Survival Trek, where she navigated blindfolded, built a shelter, and endured a rainstorm. Overcoming doubts and fears, she found strength and self-reliance. Ashlynn’s account serves as a testament to the power of perseverance and self-discovery in the face of adversity. Continue Reading Sur-Thriving My Wilderness Survival Trek by Ashlynn Tibbott

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Top 5 Wild Edible Mushrooms for Wilderness Survival in the Northwest

Posted on January 6, 2015June 15, 2024 By Chris Chisholm No Comments on Top 5 Wild Edible Mushrooms for Wilderness Survival in the Northwest
Top 5 Wild Edible Mushrooms for Wilderness Survival in the Northwest

The Mycological Society and Snohomish County Mycological Society leading educational forays. Key features for safe mushroom identification include size, shape, color, gills, odor, spore color, and more. Five standout mushrooms in the region, such as the Cep and Lobster mushroom, are highlighted with cooking tips. Continue Reading Top 5 Wild Edible Mushrooms for Wilderness Survival in the Northwest

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Stinging Nettle: Harvesting, Processing and Recipes

Posted on June 7, 2013June 15, 2024 By Kim Chisholm 13 Comments on Stinging Nettle: Harvesting, Processing and Recipes
Stinging Nettle: Harvesting, Processing and Recipes

Stinging Nettle is best to harvest in spring, offering food, medicine, and fiber. Tender tops are harvested for food, and the plant can be processed for immediate use or dried for tea. Nettles can be used in recipes like pesto and cured when stung with remedies like jewelweed and plantain. Conduct thorough research and respect nature’s guidelines.

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