If you’re ever stranded in the wilderness, it’s important to be able to correctly determine which plants are edible. The vegetation around you may look appetizing, but what can you safely eat? Some plants will keep you alive and are full of essential vitamins and minerals, while some could make you violently ill….or even kill [...]
Whether you’re new to camping or a seasoned outdoorsman, these camping tips are sure to make your next trip better! 1. Use a rake as a skewer Once it’s been cleaned/sanitized, you can use it to cook all your hot dogs – or marshmallows – at the same time. 2. Skip the lunchboxes You can [...]
In this detailed video, YouTuber Nate Murphy shows us how to transform a used van into a fully-funtional, off-grid camper in just over two weeks. It definitely involves a lot of skill and patience, but in the end the camper is fully equipped to take Nate anywhere he wants to go.
If you’re ever in a bind to make fire for your campsite, lemons are your next best friend! In this video from NorthSurvival, a young man shows us how to make fire with a lemon. This is an awesome survival tip that you don’t want to miss.
Camping is fun but can be challenging. From sore backs to grumbling bellies, we know campers will use any tips and tricks available to make sure everyone has an enjoyable and comfortable camping experience. Here are 25 great camping hacks to try the next time you roll out for a trip outdoors: 1.Mesh laundry bags [...]
You’re securely buckled into second- or third-row seating. Your ears are covered by silver-dollar-sized foam pads with a spring metal band between them crushing your carefully quaffed big hair – perhaps even a dew with business up front and a party in the back. A wire leads from the headphones to a tape player not [...]
Impractical cars are certainly fun and beautiful, but they’re impractical for a reason. Most new cars you can buy are practical enough to use everyday. Most modern sports cars can even serve as reliable, dependable daily drivers, provided you don’t have to transport a lot of people or cargo. But there are a handful of [...]
The guys at Team O’Neil Rally School explain the differences when off-roading with manual vs automatic transmission and which is better, when.
Humvee vs Truck: A tale as old as time. Off The Ranch is back with another video that tests the build and strength of a truck against the massive engine and weight of a humvee. Watch as two of the strongest vehicles in the world play a little game of tug-of-war and tear up some [...]
Collecting and storing pinecones is a practical source of tinder for fire starting whether for camping, the backyard fire pit, a woodstove for cooking, or the fireplace at the cabin or home. You can ensure they light quickly and spice things up a bit by dipping those cones in wax and adding scents or even [...]
