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Water Acquisition and Purification

November 10, 2020 by Gordon Dedman 12 Comments

  In this blog we will be looking at the importance of water in an outdoor environment, water intake and dehydration, a few ways of sourcing it, the 5 water contaminants and a few different methods of purifying it to make it safe to drink. We will also look at why having a metal container as part of your kit is so important. Water … [Read more...] about Water Acquisition and Purification

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SHELTER/COVERING

July 23, 2020 by Gordon Dedman 16 Comments

The purpose of shelter is to create a micro-climate where you can control your core body temperature. The clothing on your back and the material you surround yourself in both offer cover to protect you from the elements, both in a wilderness environment and in an urban one (your home). In this issue we will be looking at heat loss/gain … [Read more...] about SHELTER/COVERING

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Combustion Device and the Importance of Fire

June 18, 2020 by Gordon Dedman 15 Comments

In this blog we focus on the second most important item you should have as part of your essential outdoor equipment:  some form of reliable combustion device; and why fire and the ability to use it correctly is a vital wilderness skill. The Importance of Fire From the dawn of time, humankind has needed fire to; keep warm, cook and preserve … [Read more...] about Combustion Device and the Importance of Fire

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COVID19 Update – 1st May 2020

May 1, 2020 by Gordon Dedman 10 Comments

At Bushcraft Survival Australia, the health and wellbeing of our staff and our participants is always a priority. We are keeping an eye on current restrictions and guidance in Australia and overseas which is changing on a daily basis. As of May 1st there has been an ease in COVID19 restrictions in NSW due to infection rates remaining low. If … [Read more...] about COVID19 Update – 1st May 2020

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