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How To Survive . . . The Magazine for the Expert Survivalist

Hi, Oskari here! This week in ‘How To Survive . . .’ magazine you’re in for a real treat! We’re reviewing

some of the latest – and best – survival guides written by world famous explorers and survivalists

How To Survive on a Desert Island by Harry Cole Super survivor Harry Cole was lost on a desert island in Africa . . . and survived. With just a trusty bottle and some cling film, Harry managed to collect enough fresh water to make a cup of tea. Jolly good show! Harry’s guide also has some excellent information about one of the most important things for a survivalist – how to make a shelter. The Survival Rule of Three states that you can survive three minutes without air, three hours without shelter, 3 days without water, and 3 weeks without food. So get out there and build those shelters!

How To Survive a Jungle by Arthur F-BS As a former member of elite Special Forces, the mysterious Arthur F-BS never EVER allows anyone to know his last name. His excellent survival guide has details of a brilliant equipment list, including the all-important machete. Here, you’ll find information about building signal fires and collecting and purifying water. Arthur F-BS also points out the importance of building a good shelter – but don’t use poisonous plants for your roof. Great tip!

Catching Beetles in Tropical Forests by Dr Rhydian Evans In his best-selling guide, world famous entomologist Dr Rhydian Evans, gives the survivalist some excellent advice regarding what kinds of beetles one might find in a tropical forest. But these beetles are not for squashing! Oh no! Dr Evans provides some easily followed instructions so you’ll know where to find the beetles and how to catch them. But please do not disturb their habitats!

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Stickman Survival Guide for Volcanic Islands by Kai Cierach Have you ever had one of those days when you think everything is going just fine thank you very much and then . . . BAM! . . . you’re stranded on a volcanic island? Well, don’t worry! If you have Kai’s handy guide in your back pocket, you’ll be fine. In this survival guide, you’ll find in depth directions for building a fire using just your glasses and a pocket knife, and there are some unique water collection ideas. Keep your cling film handy!

How To Build A Shelter by Lorcan Oliver This comprehensive guide to shelter building is an awesome addition to any survivalist’s library. Here the world renowned survival expert Lorcan Oliver provides exclusive hints for fire building, shelter building and an important reminder to bring your bow and arrow! Also, watch out for the super-interesting facts at the end of the guide.

How To Survive on a Desert Island by Max Bowen Just last week, I found myself stranded on a desert island and I SO wish I’d had this guide in my survival kit. I was thirsty, hungry, and cold at night, but Max Bowen’s guide would have been enough for me to know how to catch fish, find water AND build a fire. The only thing missing is someone to tuck me in at night and make me a cup of tea in the morning! Amazing!

How To Survive On An Uninhabited Island by Max Hewett Where does Bear Grylls go when he needs advice? Max Hewett, of course! Max is a seasoned survivalist who has actually swum with dolphins! I wonder if they taught him a few sea survival secrets? Where else would he have learned such awesome shark hunting techniques? Also included in this handy survival guide are ‘building a shelter’ and ‘making a fire without a match’. As an added bonus, this guide is on special offer – buy one get one free, so you can buy one for you and give the other to your friend, Bear.

Guest Tip . . . And now it’s time for guest writer, Dan Smith to share a top survival tip.

‘When I used to go on long fishing trips with my brother, we always took our fishing gear – hooks, lines, weights etc – and we always had a knife and a fire kit. We also took mosquito repellent, a mosquito net, something to make a waterproof shelter, and we always, always, ALWAYS, took toilet paper. You

never know when you’re going to need it!

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