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Effective Ground to Air Signal Strategies for Survival Situations
All the basics for an excellent Ground to Air Signal
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Mar 54 min read


How to Sharpen a Knife With a Diamond File (Field Guide for Beginners)
Sharpening your survival knife is a very simple task and one that will pay dividends. A sharp knife makes every outdoor task easier (at least the ones you need a knife for. A diamond file gives you a simple, reliable way to sharpen your knife anywhere, even with zero prior experience. If you can hold a steady angle, you can sharpen your blade. This guide walks you through the exact process we teach in our classes and in the video below. ESEE 4 - My favorite field knife Jump A
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Dec 4, 20255 min read


🌲 Into the Blackwater: A Weekend of Survival, Discovery, and a Whole Lot of Heart
This weekend, my family and I packed up and headed into the Blackwater River Forest in Holt, Florida — one of the purest, wildest remaining longleaf pine ecosystems in North America. It wasn't just a camping trip. It was a test, a homecoming, a little spiritual recalibration, and a field laboratory for what Six Point Survival is all about: connection, resilience, and remembering who we really are when the modern noise drops out. And yes — we brought Skelly , our Six Point Hal
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Nov 6, 20256 min read


Common Survival Myths That Could Kill You
3 common survival myths that could get you killed.
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Oct 15, 20256 min read


Map Reading Basics: How to Read Topographic Maps - Lines, Symbols, and Coordinates
Topographic maps offer a detailed, reliable way to read the land—something no app can fully replicate. In this blog, we’ll break down why map reading still matters, how topographic maps work, and what key features to recognize. Whether you're a hiker, homesteader, or survivalist, understanding these basics can make the difference between getting turned around and finding your way with confidence.
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Aug 1, 20257 min read


Crafting Fire: DIY Firemaking Tools and Techniques
Fire has been a vital element in human history - providing warmth, light, protection, a means of cooking food and so much more. While modern conveniences have made starting a fire as easy as flipping a switch, knowing how to make fire without relying on matches or lighters is a valuable skill
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Feb 22, 20243 min read
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