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Outdoor Safety

Learn how to handle food safely when camping, tell directions without a compass, and more. Stay safe and prepared in the great outdoors!

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Sep 10, 2008

When lost out in the wild, or even just trying to get someone's attention, you're going to need to signal for help. A mirror, compass, or any reflective surface will do the trick. Watch this video t ...

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Sep 10, 2008

Big predators pose a big threat unless you know what to do under attack. HOW TO SURVIVE advises making lots of noise, freezing when confronted, and playing defense in order to survive. Watch this vi ...

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Sep 10, 2008

Out for a leisurely hike in the woods? Well, don't leave home without a few simple supplies or you could be facing a survival situation out-of-doors. Make sure to take supplies along with you, like a ...

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Sep 2, 2008

Wilderness survival experts use various methods to navigate wilderness areas. Learn how to use a compass, maps, moss, running water, and the Sun to navigate in the wilderness in this free video series ...

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Aug 25, 2008

This video outdoor safety tutorials gives tips on how to read a topographical map and how to use a compass, Global Positioning System (GPS) and topographical map so they all work together. Directiona ...

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Aug 7, 2008

This video tutorial, in dramatic style, puts you into the driver's seat and shows you how difficult it is for the lift truck operators to see pedestrians. The video then outlines simple ways pedestria ...

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Aug 7, 2008

Ladder Safety is a video tutorial designed to highlight the important safety procedures associated with ladder use on construction sites. The video uses classic B&W comedic film footage and computer g ...

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Aug 7, 2008

No compass or map? No problem. Figure your way out of the wilderness just by looking around you. You will need a stick, two rocks, and the ability to find constellations. Learn how to tell direction ...

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Aug 7, 2008

Thoreau said, "Water is the only drink for a wise man." Here's how to purify yours when you're out in the wild. To purify water, you will need a camp stove or campfire, water purifier, water purifica ...

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Aug 7, 2008

Life is not always a walk in the woods, but when it is, make sure you don't step in the poison ivy. Leaves of three, don't touch me or Leaves of three, let it be is a pretty good rule of thumb as poi ...