The Briefing Room

“Winging it” works in sitcoms, not the bush. This practical guide walks you through the 12 survival skills that matter when plans go sideways: how to build and sustain a fire, throw up a fast shelter, find and purify water, tie the four knots that do 90% of camp work, navigate without GPS, handle first aid, signal for help, read incoming weather, secure calories with simple fishing/trapping, keep your head when things get stressful, and leave the place better than you found it. No gimmicks—just reliable techniques, pro tips, and a pocket checklist so you’re ready for real-world conditions.