A good tarp is both lighter and cheaper than the even the lightest of tents and has a number of advantages that make it much more attractive to light backpackers.

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A breakdown of the best survival backpacks. What to look for, what features to choose, and what style suits your situation.

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The Kelvin 36 is a compact tool, unlike any other on the market, and features tools that you won't find in most traditional multitools.

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With little more than a bit of paracord and a tarp, you can quickly set up an improvised shelter that will keep you warm and dry.

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Rock solid photography gear for outdoorsmen. The OFFGRID Survival Adventure Photography Gift Guide, highlighting all the photo/video gear we use on the site.

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In today's world of GPS devices and internet mapping websites, navigation is something that most people take for granted. But when it comes to survival and emergency preparedness planning, the subject of navigation is definitely something that needs to be taken into consideration.

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One of the most important parts of any hike or backpacking adventure is your Pre-Trip Planning. Planning will help ensure your trip goes smoothly, and will allow you to account for any dangers that you may face on your route.

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In my opinion, a water filter is one of the most important pieces of gear you can carry. Find out why the Katadyn Pocket Water Microfilter is the only one that I trust enough to place in all my hiking and bugout bags....

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Looking for the perfect survival knife? After reviewing Sog's Seal Pup Elite we think that it might just be the perfect survival knife.

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I've seen people spend all sorts of money on the latest and greatest outdoors gadgets, but for some reason when it comes to sleeping bags they seem to neglect the importance of choosing the right bag. What to look for when purchasing a good sleeping bag...

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