We survived two hurricanes in Florida. Hurricane number one, we had no power for two days. Number two, we were without power for 8 days. Our emergency survivor kit consisted of bottled water, candles, flashlights, batteries, radios and bags of non refrigerated food. The bath tub is filled with water also. The first survival tip? Dip wash cloths in the water,and put one around your head, because the house will get very very hot in a hurry with no air conditioning. Next, keep hydrated, and drink lots of water. Since we had no electric we had no running appliances, and I could just imagine all of the...

by Stephen Hobbs It goes without saying there are more than 5 important survival skills to know and apply. Given the many outdoor-related television shows and YOU Tube videos available, everybody is offering up what they think is important for surviving the wilderness. While all of these presentations help, it is in answering these specific 5 questions that will make or break your preparation and prevention for your next adventure. Therefore, can you answer these questions with a resounding YES? More important, can you prove the answer before you leave on your next adventure? Remember it is one thing...