Latest about Bushcraft & Survival
Whittling 101: whittling tips, tricks and inspiration from our expert
A simple whittling project, such as a wooden spoon, is a superb way to enhance your knife skills while making a genuinely useful tool
How to navigate by the stars: the fundamentals of celestial navigation
Learning how to navigate by the stars is great fun, plus it could also save your skin if you lose your compass or GPS device
How to avoid getting struck by lightning: vital safety tips for camping and hiking
It's unlikely but not so uncommon that you should ignore the risks. These expert tips on how to avoid getting struck by lightning will help keep you safe
Wildfire safety: how to prevent – and stay safe from – fires
Our guide to wildfire safety details how to ensure you don’t accidentally start a wildfire – and how to keep safe should one occur in your region
Learn the four Ds of navigation before your next wild escape
Navigation for hiking and backpacking doesn't need to be rocket science with the four Ds to guide you
You must learn how to signal a helicopter, say rescuers who saved Colorado hunter
Helicopters were circling above the man, who spent a night lost in the backcountry, but he didn't know what to do
How to triangulate: to find your location in any terrain
Learning how to triangulate is vital for safe and efficient backcountry navigation. Our simple, step-by-step guide shows you how it’s done
What are Ordnance Survey maps? Plus, their history, future and main competitor
What are Ordnance Survey maps? We delve into the great British institution of the Ordnance Survey, taking a look at its maps, history, future and its main competitor, Harvey
