The ground can draw heat away from your body surprisingly quickly, even when the air temperature does not feel particularly cold. A thick layer of dry leaves can help trap air beneath you, creating insulation between your body and the ground. In this challenge, you…
A simple shelter wall can have gaps that let wind through, even when the frame itself is strong. Clay-rich soil mixed with plant fibres can form a natural plaster that fills small spaces and helps bind materials together. Your challenge is to make a small…
Affiliate disclosure: This article contains affiliate links. If you purchase something through one of our links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Waking up to a damp sleeping bag can make an otherwise good night outdoors uncomfortable. Sometimes the moisture…
Staying warm in woodland is not just about wearing a thick coat. Wind, damp clothing, cold ground and a lack of movement can all make you feel chilly, even when the weather does not seem particularly cold. Knowing how to manage these conditions is a…
Choosing where to camp is about more than finding a flat patch of grass with a good view. In order to find a safe campsite, the right spot should keep you sheltered, comfortable and away from any hazards, while giving you enough space to pitch…
In the first challenge, you learned how to find North without using a compass. For Challenge 02, you’re going to put your shelter-building skills into practice. A good outdoor shelter isn’t about building the biggest or most impressive structure you can. It’s about understanding what…
