All Posts by Brian Mark

How to Hunt Bobcats

Bobcats are solitary hunters and stalk their prey until they gain a foothold or get close enough to launch an attack. Before you can successfully hunt bobcats, it is essential to identify their preferred habitat. Scout areas where bobcats have been known to frequent and confirm their presence by finding scat or tracks. Identifying a […]

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Survival Skills: 10 Ways to Purify Water 

How do you purify water survival skills?  How do you purify water in a wilderness situation? There are a few ways to make safe water from contaminated sources. For example, if you’re in the desert, you can gather morning dew and rainwater from plants. Similarly, you can burn a wooden bowl over a fire. A […]

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5 Ways To Eat Acorns for Survival

Can you survive off acorns? Soak the acorns in cold water overnight. Once soaked, rinse the acorns well with fresh water and let them dry. They should taste bland, with no bitterness. Depending on the tannins, the water can be dark or light. Then, cook them for up to four days. If you have enough […]

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Hunting Breeds That Make Great Rabbit Dogs

Can any dog be a rabbit dog? Almost any breed of dog can make an excellent rabbit dog. Ideally, the perfect hunting dog will have agility and stamina, be able to navigate thick ground cover, have excellent eyesight, and be obedient. A good dog should also have a low prey drive, making it an ideal […]

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The 10 Most Dangerous Spiders in the World

The Brazilian Wandering Spider The Brazilian Wandering Spider belongs to the genus Phoneutria, a family of Ctenidae. While the species are not known for their medical value, they do pose a threat to humans. Although they are mostly found in northern South America, they also have a single species in Central America. Despite their name, […]

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How to Mount Your Own Deer Antlers 

How do you prepare antlers to mount?  Once you have harvested your deer, you need to prepare the antlers for mounting. You will need a saw and a piece of wood for the mounting bracket. You will need to use a standard crosscut handsaw to remove the antlers and prepare the wood. Before you begin, […]

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How to Spool a Spinning Reel 

How to Pick the Best Fishing Line for Your Spinning Reel  Using monofilament or braid fishing line is the cheapest choice, but they are also less abrasion-resistant than braid. Mono lines are less likely to stretch out of a fish’s mouth, so they are a good option for catching smaller species. However, they do not […]

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How to Motorize Your Fishing Kayak 

How do you motorize a kayak?  One way to motorize a kayak is to add a small electric motor. The best way to do this is to purchase a compact jet-motor, which is about the size of a football. It is powered by a lithium-ion battery and features a small propeller. The speed can be […]

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How to Tan a Deer Hide, the Easy Way

How do you tan a hide step by step? First, you will need to flesh the hide. Fleshing means removing the fat and meat from the hide. You will usually do this by placing it over a beam and scraping off the fat. You can use a special knife made for this job – it’s […]

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