Survival Nutrition: Balancing Calories and Protein in the Wilderness
1. Understanding Your Nutritional Needs in the WildWhen you’re out in the wilderness, your body works much harder than it does at home. Whether you’re hiking, setting up camp, or…
Packing Emergency Rations: What to Bring and How Much for Remote Trips
1. Understanding Emergency Rations: The BasicsWhen planning any remote trip across the US—whether you’re backpacking in the Rockies, road-tripping through Nevada’s open desert, or heading off-grid in Alaska—emergency rations are…
Finding Food and Water in Arid Landscapes: Surviving in Deserts and Canyons
1. Understanding Desert and Canyon EnvironmentsWhen exploring the American Southwest, you’ll quickly realize that deserts and canyonlands are some of the toughest environments to survive in. These regions—like Arizona’s Sonoran…
Purification Methods: How to Make River, Lake, and Rainwater Safe to Drink
1. Understanding Waterborne Hazards in the WildIf you’re hiking, camping, or backpacking anywhere in the U.S., chances are you’ll need to drink water straight from a river, lake, or even…
Foraging for Wild Edibles: Safe and Nutritious Finds in the U.S. Wilderness
Introduction to Foraging in the U.S.Foraging—searching for wild edible plants, mushrooms, and other natural foods—has deep roots in American culture. Long before modern grocery stores, Indigenous peoples and early settlers…
The Essential Guide to Locating Clean Water in the American Backcountry
1. Understanding Water Sources in the U.S. WildernessWhen you’re exploring the American backcountry, finding clean water is one of your top priorities. The wilderness across the United States offers a…