Survival/Prepping Compass - Survivalist Forum
Mar 23, 2024 · So for survival, as far as I can tell all types of preparations are generated by 2 fundamental distinctions- location and method. so basically, whether you want to stay put or become mobile and weather you want to produce things live, or just buy things and store them- hybrid solutions obviously split the difference and cut the lines so to speak.
Hiking, Camping and Wilderness Survival Items
Jun 6, 2007 · Compass/GPS. Length of rope/cord. 2 Knifes (1 fixed/1 folder) Matches and a Lighter. always carry my 22lr pistol with me and extra ammo. change of clothing. Pancho. These are all the base items I carry, all else is added if needed. …
Survival: A Simulation Game - Survivalist Forum
Mar 9, 2008 · A sectional air map made of plastic. One Quart of 100 proof whiskey. A compass. Family-size chocolate bars (1 per person) Your task as a group is to list the above 12 items in order of importance for your survival. List the uses for each. You MUST come to …
Best compass - Survivalist Forum
Jan 26, 2009 · The less expensive Silva liquid filled compasses that sell for $15-20 are fine. You do really need to know how to calculate declination if you are going to work between a topo map and the compass; if you are going to use the compass just to go into the woods and come back to a baseline, such as a road, declination is not as big a concern.
Lensatic vs. Mirror Compass - Survivalist Forum
Jul 4, 2011 · 25 posts · Joined 2016. #8 · Oct 21, 2016. Get a good quality mirrored compass with adjustable declination. The Suunto M3 is a great choice, about $30, or the Suunto M2D with a few more whistles and bells for about $40. Search YouTube "wilderness navigation" there are some great videos there in the first page.
Land navigation with out compass. | Survivalist Forum
Aug 7, 2024 · I usually do this at a slight angle! Place a marker rock, or button, or lifesaver at the TIP of the SHADOW. Wait a minimum or 15 min, but longer is better, and repeat. MARK the END OF THE SHADOW. TWO is enough, but a third will make you feel better. Now, draw a straight line between the Two Markers.
Altoid tin survival kit... what contents? | Survivalist Forum
Nov 12, 2010 · Below are a couple of pics of what I have so far. Also a list of the contents. razor blade and wire saw. mini bic and strike anywhere matches w/striker and a cotton ball. 6 water purifier tablets in the orange bag. 40' stren 6lb test, 3 hooks, 3 line weights. acrylic signal mirror. button compass. magnifine glass.
Good quality backpack button compass? - Survivalist Forum
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Esee 5 knife sheath mod survival kit - Survivalist Forum
Jun 5, 2024 · Front of the sheath is the survival tin pouch with: Lighter; 4 zip ties; Button compass; S.O.L. Fishing kit; S.O.L. lifeboat matches; AH-1 Arrow head in oil soaked cardboard wrapped in plastic; I need to find some other stuff I can fit in it. Attached to the pouch is 25 ft paracord zip tied to keep it from unraveling, and secured with the pouch ...
Issue with Cammenga lensatic compass - Survivalist Forum
Apr 6, 2023 · Camenga is not compensated for declination. For simple backup wrist compass on watch and you want a Tru-Nord which has been compensated for the longitude where you are deployed. Great point. I hope anyone fooling around with a compass understands how important declination adjustment is. Uncle Billy and Outpost75.