the birds

Alfred Hitchcock anyone?

survival knife

what you can see......

swedish mora

fire steel

klick beads

whistle

extra 550 cord

on the back......

safety pin

military can opener

carabiner

fire piston

The fire piston is a ancient device which is used to kindle fire. It uses the principle of the heating of a gas (air) by its rapid compression to ignite tinder. It works very similar to a diesel engine.

550 paracord components

The number of strands in 550 paracord is 7, however closer inspection will reveal there are actually 14. The strands are twisted in groups of two to form the 7 strands commonly cited. A braided nylon outer sheath contains and protects the cordage inside.

550 paracord is rated to hold 550 pounds. Taken individually, the components of this cord consist of

The sheath is rated at about 300-pounds
14 inner strings, each of which have a rating of about 17.5 pounds
7 strands made up on two strings each for a rating of 35 pounds.

bamboo spear

bamboo flute

Just whipped this up the other day. I'm no good at playing it yet. Hopefully with a little practice I'll get it.

So here is a link of my inspiration until I get good.

eriktheflutemaker on youtube

great music!

throwing stick

haversack contents

• whistle/klick beads (view)
• bandanna
• EZE lap diamond sharpeners l-pac
• 2 small stone sharpeners
• fishing kit (sling bow accessory)
• potable aqua
• hobo stove (view)
• head lamp
• 4in. Mora with fire steel
• neck Mora (view)
• hand saw
• poncho
• mosquito head net
• tp in plastic
• emergency blanket
• black trash bag
• large plastic bag
• small multi tool w/ small light
• bag of 3o cal. shot (sling bow)
• compass
• 100 ft 550 para cord
• 2 film canisters (1 cattail, 1 pine sap)
• GPS
• magnification w/ ruler

most of the gear ends up on my person so it leaves a lot of room in the haversac for other supplies if needed

backpack

• external pack frame
• 2 metal tent stakes
• machete
• sling bow w/ fishing adapter (watch the creator's video)
• quiver (8 arrows: 3 small game, 3 large game, 2 fishing)
• deer call
• sling
• haversack (veiw)
• bedroll (wool blanket and mosquito hammock)
• walking stick

mosquitoes: attractants/repellents

Mosquitoes have complex methods of detecting hosts and different types of mosquitoes react to different stimuli. Most mosquitoes are active at dawn and dusk, but there are also mosquitoes that seek hosts during the day. You can avoid being bitten by making sure you aren't attracting mosquitoes, using attractants to lure mosquitoes elsewhere, using a repellent, and avoiding actions that diminish the effectiveness of the repellent.

Mosquito Attractants

Dark Clothing

Many mosquitoes use vision to locate hosts from a distance. Dark clothes and foliage are initial attractants.

Carbon Dioxide

You give off more carbon dioxide when you are hot or have been exercising. A burning candle or other fire is another source of carbon dioxide.

Lactic Acid

You release more lactic acid when you have been exercising or after eating certain foods (e.g., salty foods, high-potassium foods).

Floral or Fruity Fragrances

In addition to perfumes, hair products, and scented sunscreens, watch for the subtle floral fragrance from fabric softeners and dryer sheets.

Skin Temperature

The exact temperature depends on the type of mosquito. Many mosquitoes are attracted to the slightly cooler temperatures of the extremities.

Moisture

Mosquitoes are attracted by perspiration because of the chemicals it contains and also because it increases the humidity around your body. Even small amounts of water (e.g., moist plants or mud puddles) will draw mosquitoes. Standing water also allows mosquitoes to reproduce.

Natural Repellents

It's very easy to make your own natural mosquito repellent. These natural products will effectively repel mosquitoes, but they require more frequent reapplication (at least every 2 hours) and higher concentrations than DEET. Because of the differences between types of mosquitoes, products that contain multiple repellents tend to be more effective than those containing a single ingredient. As you can see, natural repellents tend to be volatile plant oils.

Citronella Oil

Lemon Eucalyptus Oil

Cinnamon Oil

Castor Oil

Rosemary Oil

Lemongrass Oil

Cedar Oil

Peppermint Oil

Clove Oil

Geranium Oil

Possibly Oils from Verbena, Pennyroyal, Lavender, Pine, Cajeput, Basil, Thyme, Allspice, Soybean, and Garlic

Another plant-derived substance, pyrethrum, is an insecticide. Pyrethrum comes from the flowers of the daisy Chrysanthemum cinerariifolium.

Things that Lower Repellent Effectiveness

Many Sunscreens

Dilution from Rain, Perspiration, or Swimming

Absorption into the Skin

Evaporation from Wind or High Temperatures

Keep in mind that 'natural' does not automatically imply 'safe'. Many people are sensitive to plant oils. Some natural insect repellents are actually toxic. Therefore, although natural repellents provide an alternative to synthetic chemicals, please remember to follow the manufacturer's instructions when using these products.

bullroarer

Its a means of communicating over extended distances and an ancient ritual musical instrument. It makes a characteristic roaring with notable modification from the changing speed of the roarer as it is spun around and around. By modifying the the speed given it, the sound can be controlled, making the coding of information possible. The low frequency component of the sound travels extremely long distances, especially on the wind.

flounder

im use to gigging these, but this one i snag on a jig.

15 in.

not one for the record books, but he sure was tasty!

edible insect if...

Most insects are edible. Unfortunately, there isn't a dead giveaway to tell if a bug is edible unless you know what you're doing. However, there are some general guidelines you can use to help you decide. One rule of thumb that experts endorse is to steer clear of brightly colored insects. Insects that are extremely pungent are also good to keep off your plate. Some experts will caution against hairy critters as well as bugs that bite or sting. Disease carriers like flies, ticks and mosquitoes are also on the no list.

But for every rule, there are exceptions. The tomato worm is bright green and perfectly safe to eat. Caterpillars are edible for the most part, but maybe you should stay away from the hairy, colorful ones. Tarantulas are hairy too, but are roasted and eaten in some countries. Black ants are edible, but their fiery cousins aren't. Stinging bugs like bees and wasps are edible and known for being quite tasty. The same can be said for scorpions.

all in there are 14 orders of edible insects

Anoplura - lice

Orthoptera - grasshoppers, crickets and cockroaches

Hemiptera - true bugs

Homoptera - cicadas and treehoppers

Hymenoptera - bees, ants and wasps

Coleoptera - beetles

Lepidoptera - butterflies and moths

Megaloptera - alderflies and dobsonflies

Odonata - dragonflies and damselflies

Ephemetoptera - mayflies

Trichoptera - caddisflies

Plecoptera - stoneflies

Neuroptera - lacewings and antlions

Isoptera - termites

plant warning signs

Aside from the universal edibility test, there are a few other tips on what kinds of plants you should avoid. These tips may rule out some plants that are edible, but it's better to do that than to risk getting poisoned

Steer clear of plants with shiny leaves.

Don't eat mushrooms.

Many are safe to eat, but many are highly toxic and even deadly, so it's not worth the risk.

Umbrella-shaped flowers are a bad sign. Stay away from these plants.

Don't eat plants with white or yellow berries.

If the plant's sap is milky or discolored, leave it alone.

Avoid beans or plants with seeds inside a pod.

If it tastes bitter or soapy, spit it out.

Avoid anything that smells like almonds.

Same as poison ivy, stay away from plants with leaves in groups of three.

3's of life

3 weeks without food

3 days without water

3 minutes without air

3 seconds without hope

angryman hobo stove

the angryman hobo stove

$6 plus the food you get from the cans

oysters by the dock

8:00 this morning before heading aout to fish, notice there are no fish photos!

fox 40 micro w/ klick beads

got kinda tired of my klick beads banging on whatever they were tied to so i moved them to my whistle ( fox 40 micro).

neck knife

when i received this knife the beltloop was total crap. it was to flexible and began to break down, so i cut it off and lashed some 550 paracord around it and ended up with what you see below. it is also easier to remove and replace the knife in the sheath now that this has been done

ERIK FROST MORA SWEDEN

oh yeah, i got the knife from BENSBACKWOODS. just look for the link below.

fork & spoon