Winter doesn’t have to mean hibernation. With the right layering system, you can stay warm, dry, and comfortable no matter how cold it gets. From merino wool base layers to durable outer shells, each piece of your clothing plays a role in keeping you safe and enjoying the outdoors all year long. Learn how to build your system, choose quality gear that lasts, and make the cold your new favorite season.

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 Ahead Introduction...

From A SERE Specialist After signing up for the USAF in 2010, I knew I wanted to do something fun where I could jump out of planes and shoot guns, queue the recruiter SERE video. I spent 12 years in the Air Force as a SERE Specialist, where I worked as a combat survival instructor, a water survival instructor, and set up a base-level training shop to conduct refresher courses. I finished my 12 years by certifying as a Combat Aviation Advisor (CAA). I also deployed to CENTCOM where we ran...