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How (and When) Hikers Should Use Space Blankets

That shiny sheet of plastic you have wadded up at the bottom of your daypack can help you stay alive. Will it help you stay comfortable? That’s a different story.

Latest in Survival Skills

Is It Ever OK to Trundle Rocks?

How to Stay Alive in Avalanche Terrain, Courtesy of the Pros

Pass/Fail: Build a Fire on Snow

Trapped in Quicksand

Game: Survive the Slot Canyon

6 Backcountry Dangers to Watch For on the Trail

Could You Survive a Wilderness Blizzard? Play Our New Game and Find Out.

Could You Survive?

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That shiny sheet of plastic you have wadded up at the bottom of your daypack can help you stay alive. Will it help you stay comfortable? That’s a different story.

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