Outbound Dan's Outdoor Musings

Though my gear reviews are tediously long and comprehensive in their tests, this is my initial impression of the Ontario Little Bird knife.  Before lashing out at my general lack of cohesiveness and use of hardcore testing methods which snap blades in half, please remember that this is an initial review only.   First of all - I have a lot of knives - a lot of them.  That said, I am extremely picky about the ones I carry.  Unfortunately, most of my knives sit unused and under-appreciated in boxes in my basement.    There is something, when you first hold a knife in your hand, when you can tell it is meant for you.  Or perhaps you are meant for it.  Who knows what ancient chemistry awakens when we touch a fine blade?  Perhaps this is the "riddle of steel" after all.   OKC Little Bird Specifications:  Manufacturer: Ontario Knives OKC (Ranger) Model: Little Bird II Overall Length: 4.25 inches Blade Length: 1.8 inche...

As a consultant for the "Wilderness Survival" section for Powder Horn training, I thought that an online resource list would help Venturing and Scouting leaders.  If you have an additional resource that you feel would be appropriate,  please use the comment section below.  As always, keep the links appropriate for Scouting.  What is Powder Horn training?  Powder Horn training exposes Venturing leaders to different high-adventure opportunities from horseback riding to backpacking.  Check out BSA Powder Horn Training for more information on this exciting course.    Remember the Rule of Three: You can survive .... 3 minutes without air 3 hours without shelter 3 days without water 3 weeks without food What are the seven survival priorities?   Positive mental attitude Shelter  Fire Signaling First aid  Water  Food Risk Management:  For an introduction to hiking and backpacking safely, check ou...