Topic

Outdoor & Bushcraft

Core outdoor skills: navigation with map and compass, tarp setup, fire starting with a ferro rod, knives, and essential knots.

With five basic knots, you can pitch a tarp, secure a load, and set up a clothesline. Here's how to tie them, and what you shouldn't use them for.

5 min read

A good knife is a tool, not a status symbol. What matters when it comes to blade, steel, and handle – plus a brief overview of the legal situation.

5 min read

A ferro rod works even when wet and in wind. Learn how to prepare tinder, strike sparks correctly, and stay safe and legal while doing it.

5 min read

A tarp is lightweight, fits in any backpack and protects you from rain and wind. Here's how to set up a safe shelter in just a few minutes.

4 min read

Dead battery, no signal? With a paper map and a compass, you can still find your way. Learn the basics step by step.

5 min read