19 Must-know | Survival Hacks

Small adjustments can solve large logistical problems.13. : Rub a small needle or paperclip against your hair or a magnet to give it a static charge. Float it on a leaf in a still puddle; it will naturally align itself with the Earth’s magnetic North-South axis.14. Charred Cloth : By "baking" cotton fabric in a nearly airtight tin over a fire, you create char-cloth—a material that catches even the smallest spark from a flint and steel.15. Duct Tape Bandages : Beyond fixing gear, duct tape can be used as a blister shield or to secure a splint.16. Pine Resin Glue : Melted pine resin mixed with crushed charcoal creates "mountain man glue," a waterproof adhesive used for patching gear or securing tool heads. V. Food and Foraging

: Smearing petroleum jelly onto cotton balls creates a "fire starter" that burns for several minutes, providing enough time to ignite even stubborn, slightly damp wood. 19 MUST-KNOW SURVIVAL HACKS

Fire provides warmth, protection, and the ability to purify water. Small adjustments can solve large logistical problems