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How to Clean and Fillet a Fish: Step by Step
Turning your catch into dinner is a simple skill worth learning. Here is how to fillet a fish cleanly, step by step, with the fewest bones and most meat.
How to Cast a Baitcaster Without Backlash
Baitcasting reels offer power and accuracy once you master them. Here is how to set up the brakes and cast smoothly without the dreaded backlash.
6 Essential Fishing Knots Every Angler Should Know
A strong knot is the only thing connecting you to the fish. Here are six essential fishing knots and exactly when to use each one.
How to Find Water in the Desert
Water is survival in the desert. Here is how to find it, collect it, and make it safe, plus why prevention beats every survival trick.
Snakebite First Aid: What to Do and What to Avoid
Most snakebites happen far from a hospital. Here is the modern first aid for a venomous snakebite, and the outdated methods you should never use.
Mountain Lion Safety: What to Do in an Encounter
Mountain lion encounters are rare, but knowing how to respond keeps you safe. Here is how to avoid them and exactly what to do if you meet one.
How to Signal for Rescue in the Backcountry
If you need help far from the trail, knowing how to signal can save your life. Here are the signals rescuers look for and how to make yourself found.
Flash Flood Safety: What to Do Outdoors
Flash floods are among the deadliest outdoor hazards and can strike with little warning. Here is how to avoid them and what to do if one hits.
How to Set Up a Tent in the Rain and Stay Dry
Pitching a tent in the rain does not have to mean a wet night. Here are the techniques that keep the inside of your tent dry when the weather turns.
8 Essential Camping Knots Every Camper Should Know
A handful of good knots handle almost any camp task, from pitching a tarp to hanging food. Here are eight essential camping knots and when to use each.
Hypothermia: How to Prevent, Spot, and Treat It
Hypothermia can strike even in mild weather. Here is how to recognize the warning signs, prevent it, and respond if someone in your group gets too cold.
How to Prevent and Treat Blisters While Hiking
Blisters end more hikes than bad weather. Here is how to prevent hot spots and treat blisters properly so you can keep enjoying the trail.