Quick Bugout Bag Checklist
The term bugging out is a term survivalist preppers and some military use when talking about getting out of a certain situation. A bugout bag is a handy set of ready to go items that you can just grab and go. Some people prefer the term "B.O.B."(Bug Out Bag) or "Go Bag." The general rule of thumb is to have enough supplies in your bug out bag to survive at least 3 days, although sometimes bug out bags are made to last 7 - 21 days, and even indefinitely.Depending
WeatherWool, An introduction to Premium Wool
Over the ages, nature has helped evolve the best solutions for survival in the very animals that live off the land. Every species must adapt to it's environment and find a way to stay warm in the coldest environments. So when you are looking for the warmest fibers on the planet, it makes sense to look at animals that survive in the coldest, nastiest environments on the planet. The one domestic animal that survives at the highest altitudes, experiences the biggest temperature changes, and endures constant moisture is
The Best Wool Anorak
For many years, I’ve been searching to find the best wool clothing on the planet. Working in the wilderness full time means I need a clothing fiber that works in wide range of temperatures and rough conditions. Clothing choice is a huge consideration when purchasing equipment for work because it means the difference in being comfortable and miserable. Because we train in all kinds of terrible conditions. I’ve gone through and purchased numerous cheaper options that were available and was still un-satisfied with the performance. Like many people
21 Items You Can Barter When SHTF
None of us like to think about an economic collapse or apocalyptic disaster, but with the instability of the economy and increasing natural disasters there is a real potential for the Stuff to Hit The Fan (SHTF). I am not a doom and gloom survivalist, but I am a realist, and feel it is important that we are prepared for the worst.In the digital age, the act of exchanging actual currency has become a thing of the past. For most we simply swipe a card with no real
Welcome New Sigma 3 Instructor Mike Lowe
SIGMA 3 Survival School is proud to announce we have brought Mike Lowe onto the team. We've been following him for years and have always been a huge fan because of his extreme level of bushcraft skills. You'd be hard pressed to find a more skilled bushcraft instructor in the whole world. And I believe much of that skills was sourced from his raw love for the outdoors. When you truly love something to the core of your being, you want to do it ALL the time. And
Top Underrated Survival Skills
For many survival has become more than a hobby, it is a way of life. The survival industry is a vast and ever growing community built around developing self-reliance skills and reconnecting with nature. It is in this exciting pursuit many skills get overlooked and in some cases are underrated. The thought of rubbing two sticks together is exhilarating
The Best Sleeping Bag
The conditions outside will dictate everything, and could encompass thousands of different temperatures and climates. For this article we will be highlighting some of the Best Cold Weather Sleeping bags.When it comes to wilderness outdoor activity there are really only 3 types of buschcrafters.The "Arm Chair Bushcrafter" - Enjoys the virtual arena of the outdoors, and finds enjoyment in the entertainment side of survival.The "Avid Bushcrafter" - Enjoys physically getting outdoors, and actually training in survival skills. They enjoy the occasional overnighter, but many times their outdoor activity
Sigma Satellites – Join the Team!
We are excited to announce our Sigma Satellites; a new and simple way to join the Sigma family. We have a proud honored group of instructors and affiliates, and it is our passion to incorporate the best in the industry. Unfortunately, for many they cannot take off 45 Days to become a certified instructor, and that is why we are launching multiple satellite training locations across the country.Sigma Satellites provide land owners the opportunity to host training courses on their property which allows them to participate in training
