Inspired by TV shows and movies, many people wonder how long they could survive in the wild. If they have this entertaining and practical guide with them, they'll be ready to tackle many kinds of challenges. These 95 survival skills will not only get the reader out of trouble, but also teach them to avoid dangerous situations in the wilderness. Map-reading skills, animal attacks, leech removal, and lightning strikes are just some of the varied topics expertly explained in the text and depicted in the illustrations and photographs. High-interest content will attract all levels of readers and outdoors enthusiasts.

Many hunters acquire the skills they need through years of accompanying more knowledgeable hunters into the outdoors. Now, seasoned hunters have compiled their best advice in this valuable handbook. Whether the interest is in hunting deer, pheasant, pig, duck, or turkey, there's advice in this indispensable guide. Young hunters and those just curious about hunting will learn how to plan for a hunt and hone their skills to ensure success. Carefully chosen illustrations, diagrams, and photographs demonstrate and depict need-to-know information that will make all the difference on the hunt.

Camping is one activity that's much more fun when one has the right skills and know-how for the outdoors. Field & Stream's editors have collected 87 essential pieces of advice about camping that will make readers into leaders of the campground. Pitching a tent, making knots, building a fire, and cooking a delicious outdoor meal are all part of this wide-ranging guide. Visual aids and numbered directions make each skill comprehensible, while beautiful color photographs will inspire readers to pack up and head outside.

Whether readers are proficient fishermen or just like to spend time at the end of a dock with a rod, they'll learn something on every page of this user-friendly handbook. Not only will they find out how to "stick a fish with a fly" in a stream, they'll also learn some boating skills that will ensure success in deeper waters. Each section is broken down into easy-to-follow segments, steps, or labeled illustrations. No tackle box is complete without the 106 essential fishing skills featured in this beneficial book.

The expert outdoorsmen at Field & Stream share essential survival tips and techniques in this comprehensive guide. In modern daily life, almost any information or service you could need is just a click away. But when something goes wrong in the wilderness, you have nothing but your wits to rely on—so it’s best to be prepared. Field & Stream Outdoor Survival Guide is full of skills, tips and tricks for surviving a wide range of potentially dangerous situations. This volume covers typical dilemmas, like building a fire in the rain, as well as more extreme scenarios, like skinning and cooking a snake. It also covers a few skills that are just plain awesome—like making a blowgun. Geared to the hunter or fisherman, but with something for almost everyone who loves the great outdoors, this is the book you want in your backpack before heading out into any potentially sketchy situation.

Hurricanes, floods, volcanic eruptions, forest fires, sandstorms, blizzards, tsunamis—these are the many disasters that people face around the world. Often, a little knowledge is what separates survivors and victims. This attention-grabbing volume is crammed with lifesaving content for all readers, and not only methods of surviving major disasters but also events such as broken bones. First-aid techniques, the Heimlich maneuver, and CPR are included in this helpful guide. The high-interest content is well organized and easy to navigate. Each valuable section of information is accompanied by beneficial diagrams, illustrations, and photographs.

Camp Anywhere Tested and proven expert tips to help you stay warm, eat well, and build a fire in any situation in record time. Fish Smarter Advice on the best techniques for flyfishing, baitcasting, and more, as well as surefire ways to get the most out of your motorboat, canoe, or kayak. Hunt Better How to track a buck, make the toughest shots, master bowhunting and knife skills, and haul butcher, and cook wild game. Survive Anything Whether you fall through thick ice, are swept away by a raging river, or have to stare down an angry bear, these skills can mean the difference between life and death. Be A Total Outdoorsman T. Edward Nickens and the experts at Field & Stream share their collective wisdom to demystify the natural world around us, revealing the essential outdoor skills handed down from generation to generation. The Best of the Total Outdoorsman provides tried-and-true techniques and tactics that will inspire new adventures and expand the proficiency of the most grizzled experts. For more than 100 years, Field & Stream magazine has provided expert advice on every aspect of the outdoor life, including hunting, fishing, conservation, and wilderness survival. The magazine's annual "Total Outdoorsman" issue is one of its most popular, read by over nine million sporting enthusiasts. Book jacket.

The beauty and tranquility of nature can be deceptively dangerous for the unprepared. A change in weather conditions, personal injury, or lost or damaged supplies can turn a scenic hike into a life-threatening ordeal. Those with the knowledge of survival stay calm, stay safe, and stay alive. Outdoor Survival Guide provides you with the essential survival information to help you overcome the most frequently encountered outdoor hazards. This guide offers practical, step-by-step instruction so you can implement the skills and techniques even under the most stressful circumstances. From extreme cold to the isolated wilderness, you’ll have the tools to survive. In Outdoor Survival Guide, survival expert Randy Gerke shares the same techniques and strategies he has used with the U.S. military and other government agencies. You will learn these skills and more: Assess your situation and prioritize your needs. Use your surroundings for shelter and safety. Navigate through isolated wilderness. Survive in extreme heat or cold. Signal for help. How to find drinking water in the wild and make sure it’s safe to drink. Identify edible vegetation to stave off hunger. Assemble your own custom survival kit. Preparation is the key to survival, and Outdoor Survival Guide will ensure that you are prepared. Before you venture afield, read this guide, and then stow it in your backpack, in your glove compartment, or with your outdoor supplies. It might save your life. Visit the book's Web site at www.theoutdoorsurvivalguide.com.

A manual for the modern hunter-gatherer that will teach you everything you need to know about foraging, hunting, and cooking in the wild. From finding wild edible plants to subsistence hunting, you'll learn how to live off the land while hunting like a caveman—and eating like a king. With high-quality design, intricate detail, and a durable flexicover, this manual is the perfect addition to any outdoor enthusiast’s library. Whether you’re using modern tools, old-fashioned snares, or your own two hands, this book will show you the amazing range of hands-on (literally!) methods for catching and cooking your prey. Use the detailed field guides to gather edible plants, nuts, and mushrooms, then turn them into gourmet meals with field-tested camp cooking tips. And prepare for any emergency, whether you’re lost in the woods or surviving a natural disaster. This book demystifies it all, with simple hints and step-by-step illustrations to make you a self-sufficient survivor—in your backyard or in the wild.